Custom Garages
Your garage should do more than shelter a car; it should protect your investments, simplify your life, and enhance your property. At Outdoor Personia, we design and build custom garages that keep vehicles, equipment, and belongings clean, secure, and shielded from New England’s harsh weather.
Say goodbye to snow-covered windshields, pollen-dusted paint, and unexplained scratches. Our custom-built garages are thoughtfully crafted for year-round use and can be fully insulated for comfort, storage, or workspace flexibility. From single-car to multi-bay designs, each structure is tailored to your needs and your home’s architecture.
We’ve helped homeowners across all New England states create beautiful, durable garage solutions. Our team manages the entire process, including permits, site preparation, and final drawings, so your project is seamless from concept to completion.
Feel free to contact us and speak with one of our garage design consultants today!
What to Consider Before Getting Started
The cost of a custom garage depends on size, design, materials, site conditions, and features such as insulation or electricity. Outdoor Personia will work within your budget and provide a variety of options to help finance your project.
Attached garages offer direct access to your home, while detached garages provide greater design flexibility and separation. The best choice depends on lot layout, zoning requirements, style choice, and how you plan to use the space.
In most towns, a building permit is required for a new garage. Requirements vary by location, size, and use. Outdoor Personia Design Consultants can handle permitting, zoning compliance, and approvals with your local building department.
Yes. A fully insulated garage allows for comfortable year-round use and protects vehicles and stored items from extreme temperatures. Insulation also makes garages ideal for extra living spaces like workshops, home gyms, or hobby spaces.
Garage size depends on the number of vehicles, storage needs, and future use. Many homeowners choose extra space for tools, bikes, lawn equipment, or workshop areas to ensure flexibility and long-term convenience.
Most custom garage projects take a few months from design through construction. Timelines depend on permitting, site preparation, weather, and customization details. Outdoor Personia manages the process efficiently from start to finish.
Choose the Type That's Best For You
attached
Design & Planning Considerations:
An attached garage provides everyday convenience and seamless integration with your home. These designs often allow for a breezeway or mudroom and offer easy access to existing utilities such as plumbing, electrical, AC, and heating systems. Entry can be direct from the house, from outside, or into a finished space above or beside the garage. Attached garages are often preferred when easement restrictions limit placement options, and they can be styled to complement your home’s architecture beautifully.
Best For:
Homeowners who want convenient, all-weather access between house and garage, prefer shared utilities, or need a solution that works within tighter placement or easement constraints.
Pricing Example:
24×24 Custom Attached 2-Car Garage
typically starts in the range of:
$100,000 to $150,000
Foundations, options, and permitting costs vary based on your property and project requirements
detached
Design & Planning Considerations:
A detached garage is often the ideal solution for homeowners who have outgrown an existing attached garage or face property-specific constraints. Lot layout, grades, slopes, and easements frequently influence placement, while house height limitations may restrict attached options. Detached designs also keep all sides of the home open to natural light, entry points, and architectural balance. Utilities, septic systems, and zoning considerations can further favor a detached structure. This option provides flexibility without compromising your home’s footprint or functionality.
Best For:
Those seeking maximum placement flexibility, improved light and access around the home, or a garage solution that avoids structural or height limitations of an existing house.
Pricing Example:
24×24 Custom Detached 2-Car Garage
typically starts in the range of:
$90,000 to $125,000
Foundations, options, and permitting costs vary based on your property and project requirements
single-car
Design & Planning Considerations:
A single-car garage is an ideal solution when property size, zoning setbacks, or budget considerations limit larger options. These garages are well-suited for frequent daily use, offering convenient, protected access for one vehicle while still allowing space for essential storage. Setback requirements or foundation placement restrictions often make a single-car footprint the most practical choice. With thoughtful design, a single-car garage can be highly efficient, durable, and visually cohesive with your home, delivering functionality without overbuilding or unnecessary expense.
Best For:
Properties with limited space or stricter zoning where a compact, efficient garage meets daily parking needs without overbuilding or exceeding budget.
Pricing Example:
12×24 Custom Detached 1-Car Garage
typically starts in the range of:
$30,000 to $50,000
Foundations, options, and permitting costs vary based on your property and project requirements
MUlti-Car
Design & Planning Considerations:
Multi-car garages are designed for growing needs, whether you’re planning ahead for teenagers who will soon be driving or protecting a prized classic car collection. These spacious structures easily accommodate boats, trailers, campers, tractors, and other recreational vehicles. Many homeowners dedicate one bay to a workshop, garden equipment, or organized storage, creating a highly functional space beyond parking alone. A multi-car garage offers long-term versatility and helps future-proof your property as your lifestyle evolves.
Best For:
Homeowners planning for additional vehicles, recreational equipment, or collections, and those who want flexible space that can evolve to include storage, workshops, or specialty uses.
Pricing Example:
24×36 Custom Detached 3-Car Garage
typically starts in the range of:
$125,000 to $175,000
Foundations, options, and permitting costs vary based on your property and project requirements
Multi-Use
Design & Planning Considerations:
A multi-use garage offers exceptional flexibility for homeowners who want more than vehicle storage. With options for multiple entry points, these spaces can serve as workshops, home gyms, offices, hobby rooms, or even commercial-use areas. Fully insulated designs can include bathrooms, heating, and air conditioning for year-round comfort. Some homeowners even explore in-law or guest space possibilities. This category is ideal for those looking to maximize usable square footage and adapt their garage to changing needs.
Best For:
Those looking to extend usable living or working space beyond parking, with flexibility for hobbies, fitness, entertaining, or future lifestyle changes for a growing family.
Pricing Example:
24×24 Custom Detached Garage with/Office Space
typically starts in the range of:
$150,000 to $200,000
Foundations, options, and permitting costs vary based on your property and project requirements
Modular
Design & Planning Considerations:
Modular garages are a smart choice for homeowners seeking a cost-effective, efficient solution without sacrificing quality. Their simplified, functional designs allow for multi-car layouts while staying within a more controlled budget. Because much of the structure is built off-site, construction timelines are often shorter with less disruption to your property. Modular options can also work well when setbacks or zoning restrictions limit foundation expansion or placement. This approach balances affordability, speed, and practical design.
Best For:
Buyers prioritizing affordability, faster build timelines, and minimal site impact, especially when zoning, setbacks, or foundation limitations make traditional builds more challenging.
Pricing Example:
24×24 Custom 2-Car Modular Garage
typically starts in the range of:
$70,000 to $90,000
Foundations, options, and permitting costs vary based on your property and project requirements
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Custom Garage Solutions
Other people like you have come to Outdoor Personia seeking solutions for their outdoor living spaces. Check out these project ideas and customer stories to see how we can personalize a solution for your individual needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Custom Garages
You can design and build a custom garage in many different styles. Personalize your customized garage plan to look precisely the way you have always envisioned it. Here are a few popular custom garage styles:
- The Standard garage is a practical, no-nonsense structure used mainly for storage and protection for vehicles.
- The Gambrel Style garage is a two-story structure prevalent in New England. The shallow roof pitch provides ample storage space or area for a convenient rec room.
- The Carriage House garage is an attractive garage characterized by its Americana look. This classic structure will provide your countryside home with plenty of usable space.
- The Attic Truss garage features a Cape Cod-style A-frame and has a pronounced steep roof. You can even add a dormer window for additional natural light. If you are looking for a garage with a loft or a two story garage this may be a good fit for you.
Can Outdoor Personia build a garage of any size? The answer is YES!
At Outdoor Personia, we design and build garages of any size, from new garages that include convenient breezeways to two-car garages with a second-story loft.
Do you know your custom garage’s dimensions or have space where you want to build it? Great! Our expert custom garage designers will help you design a garage that will fit your measurements and add a beautiful and functional asset to your property.
Should you build a 12×20 garage or a 20×20 garage? If you are unsure of the size you need our Outdoor Personia designers and garage builders will be more than happy to analyze your property. They can help you get the most significant benefit out of your space. We want to keep your new garage project head-ache free!
Are you looking for a custom garage color that will blend into the landscape, a subtle beauty that will not be overwhelming or distracting? Or maybe you want your garage to be a pop of vivid color that coordinates with your house.
Soft neutrals, bright accents, dark or light; the options are endless. With so many ideas and pictures floating around in your mind, you may be a bit overwhelmed. Outdoor Personia is here to help. Our expert garage designers love working with colors. They will be happy to give you helpful tips and genuine advice and direction as they work alongside you.
Are you looking for garage financing, particularly from a custom garage builder near you?
Outdoor Personia offers our customers a way to finance their custom garage projects quickly and affordably by partnering with Home Loan Investment Bank, FSB. This Federal Savings Bank has over 60 years of experience, and their loan officers are available five days a week. They provide excellent service and handle every aspect of your financing account.
If you have any questions about financing your custom garage project, we would be delighted to assist you in any way possible!
So you’ve decided to enhance your property’s look and value with a custom garage, but now what? Where should you start? See the Our Process page showing our step-by-step guide to the phases that most projects follow, as we collaborate to bring your vision to life.
Ask for a free quote, or stop by our design centers in Bellingham or Hanover, MA, or in Waterford, CT. One of our expert designers will be happy to sit down and discuss your garage ideas. Your designer will help you draw up a garage blueprint that looks just as you envisioned it.
If your area requires building permits, we can help with that too! Outdoor Personia has worked with local government officials for years to obtain needed paperwork for projects such as yours. We will either guide you through the permit process or procure the paperwork for you.
Now the building begins! With careful planning and superior skill, our experienced garage builders will erect your garage efficiently. They will treat your property with the utmost respect as if it were their own. After finishing your garage, the team will clean up the site and make sure everything looks better than when they started.
Finally, step back and admire your transformed property (and make use of your new space!)
Suppose you are looking for garages for sale, specifically, garages for sale in the New England States. In that case, Outdoor Personia might have the perfect solution! Our two design centers in Bellingham and Hanover, MA, are ideal for all your custom garage design and build needs. We serve the New England states of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Massachusetts counties, including Bristol, Norfolk, Plymouth, Essex, Middlesex, and Suffolk, are a few of our favorite places to build custom garages. We also love custom garage projects in fine communities throughout Rhode Island, such as the suburbs of Providence, the Blackstone River Valley, Warwick, and West Bay, South County, East Bay, and Newport County regions.
Check our recent Maine custom garage projects in Natick, Waltham, Sagamore Beach, Medway, Middleboro, Holliston, Quincy, and Hopedale! Whether your home is in the countryside or the suburbs, we would be delighted to work on your custom garage project with you!