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Plan 5032 - The Monaco - A Functional Garage that’s Full of Charm and Style
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Main Floor Plan
A Walk Through The Monaco
With the Monaco, the stucco siding, wood accents and steep roofline blend together to give this little garage lots of European personality. This garage plan pairs nicely with homes in Tudor, Mediterranean, French Country and other European styles — and it will give you the extra space you’ve always wanted for your collection of classic cars.
Cars aren’t the only reason to build this garage, however. Perhaps you want a woodworking shop of your very own. The Monaco will give you the space you need for tools, and there is plenty of open floor space to accommodate larger furniture projects or smaller jobs like shelves and wooden wall art.
Art enthusiasts and crafters alike will find that they have plenty of wall space for shelving and cabinetry — perfect for tucking away multitudes of art and craft supplies. Depending on your particular favorite pastime, you can use the remaining space for work benches, crafting tables or easels.
Of course, there are some hobbies that just don’t fit within the average home. Have you ever struggled to work on intricately detailed models and crafts while the kids and the family pet are underfoot? Or have you always wanted enough room to build the miniature layout of your dreams, but you’ve never had a spare room to devote to the project? If so, the Monaco will give you the space and privacy you need.
Home-based entrepreneurs will find that with some minor modifications, the Monaco can easily become a detached office. Simply ask to remove the garage doors and then fill the interior space with desks, office equipment, shelving and the tools of your trade. You’ll have a space that is all your own, free from whatever distractions await you inside your home.
How do you settle the debate over who gets to decorate your home’s den? You don’t! Let her turn the den into the sitting room she’s always wanted while you turn the Monaco into the man cave that all of your friends will envy. With comfortable seating, a big TV, a pool table and maybe even a bar, you’ll spend more time in the Monaco then you will at home.
This is only a sampling of the things that you can do with these garage plans. Let your imagination run wild and you’ll see that there are many more ways that you can put the Monaco to use!
Plan Details
Beds and Baths
Floors1
Exterior Dimensions
Width30'-0"
Depth24'-0"
Height (to Midpt)17'-0"
Height (to Peak)23'-0"
Garage
Garage Bays2 Car Garage
Garage Area678 sqft
Garage LocationFront
Garage OrientationStraight-On
Structure
Roof FramingTruss
Roof Material Shake/Comp Roof
Snowload25 lb/sf
Wall Framing2 x 6
Main Roof Pitch10/12
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European
Some of the features of this home are 'European'. European homes come in many guises, since the term reflects homes styled after those in many countries; English Tudor, French Country, and Dutch Gable, to name a few. Beyond the country of origin, there's also the period of history from which the style emerged; Georgian, Victorian, Greek Revival; the list is almost endless. The homes shown in the collection below feature elements inspired by those found in countries across the Atlantic.
Farmhouse
This home features in our Farmhouse plans collection. Farmhouse is a general term for the main house of a farm. It is a type of building or house which serves a residential purpose in a rural or agricultural setting. Most often, the surrounding environment will be a farm. Many farm houses are shaped like a T. The perpendicular section is referred to as the ell. Architectural styles vary, but very often they are of Cape Cod design. In general styles vary from region to region, but more often the style is simplistic so to serve the needs (and the budget) of the owners.
French Country
French country is a style of home design inspired by the rural, rustic homes of the French countryside. It is characterized by its use of natural materials, such as stone, brick, and wood, and by its emphasis on comfort and warmth. French country homes often have a picturesque, charming appearance, with steep pitched roofs, arched windows and doors, and ornamental details such as shutters and window boxes. The exterior may be finished in a soft, muted color palette, and the interior may feature exposed wood beams, stone or brick fireplaces, and comfortable, welcoming furnishings. French country architecture often incorporates elements of traditional French design, such as formal gardens, patios, and courtyards, and may also include outdoor living spaces such as balconies, porches, and terraces.
Mediterranean
Our Mediterranean style house plan collection includes Spanish, Tuscan, Mission and Italian style homes. They typically have a low pitched or flat tile roof. There are arches at doors, windows and porches. Balconies feature ornamental ironwork. Exteriors are finished in stucco or masonry with terra cotta paver trim.
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