The photo above is a good jumping off point for thinking about the garage as more than a storage space or an automotive man-cave. Here we have a woodworking shop that many an amature would love to have. Lets not stop here though, that floor could use a some acid stained concrete to spruce it up a little. Since the weather is so great here any kind of Rhino Lining would work for San Diego. Just need to make sure it does not trap dust. Part of the fun of living in such a mild climate is that we genuinely do not need to always store our vehicles in the garage. One small suggestion would be to start with a reputable San Diego contractor to get started on the storage until you can custom build your own.

Why stop there? Find a great non-conductive rhino liner and make your own high-tech lab. Microsoft started in a garage so there is no reason the next great technological revolution cannot be born in a well outfitted San Diego garage. You will want to find a great contractor to help with power needs and perhaps even a specialized electrician to make sure the tinkering in the garage does not trip the breaker for the main house. Hardware and software tech workshops will obviously have some very different needs as far as individual components but they both start with the same basic need, an isolated space.
Our final fantasy workshop is also best suited to a quiet space with a door that closes. Maybe tinkering is not your thing. Feeling a little more creative? Why not find a San Diego contractor who can help you turn your car’s bedroom into an artist’s workshop. Spray paint, encaustic, watercolor, pastels, stained glass, clay or bronze; the garage is the perfect space for an artistic haven. Easy to wash non-porous surfaces are going to rule in this garage as well as adjustable lighting. A good contractor in San Diego should be able to fit soundproofing into your budget if your aim is to turn this space into a musician’s haven. The term “garage rock” is pervasive for a reason! With a little creativity the term “shop” can mean a workspace for anyone with the urge to create.