ᐅ Design of Garage and Entrance Area

Thank you very much. Yes, we will definitely do quite a bit around it, including planning a bin enclosure. Planting can certainly make a big difference, that's true. Where would you place the extra-large planters?

Since the garage door unfortunately wasn’t planned in a “harmonious” way regarding its placement (there is no gap to the wall on the right side), I am considering whether we could use colored panels to the left of the garage door in the same color as the garage door or maybe some wood cladding to improve the appearance.

kbt09 schrieb:

Why is the light well supposed to be closed? Is that good for the basement? I might pick up on Haydee’s idea to design the grating so that 2 or 3 planter boxes can stand there, and then place at least one more along the wall in front of them. That way, the light well would be better concealed.

And in general, it’s good that your garage door isn’t centered; otherwise, there would be conflicts with the landing and the driveway.

What is going to happen to the wooden cladding?

Also, wouldn’t a colored door and gate make for a better eye-catcher?

The light well is actually no longer needed and is too large in my opinion, so the idea is to completely brick it up. Probably, the garage should have been made wider on the right side back then, which would have looked more harmonious, but unfortunately, that’s not the case. 🙂

What color are you imagining?

Schorsch_baut schrieb:

I would paint the walls and plaster in the anthracite color of the roof or even use wooden cladding, and coordinate the garage door and front door colors with the cladding on the upper floor. Also, extend the roof slightly as a pergola so that you don’t immediately step into a narrow space. Add a nice wall lamp and/or hanging lamp. The corner has great potential, but I wouldn’t just go with plain gray. Otherwise, it will be dull rather than wow!

I’ve also considered painting, but I’m uncertain whether to paint only the areas next to the garage door or also around the front door. That would create a strong contrast with the white of the rest of the wall. I really like the wooden cladding idea. But should it be the same as above the garage? And where exactly would it be placed?

What exactly do you mean by pergola, extending the roof? At the point where the wooden cladding below ends? Thanks for the photo, I think it’s great!

I am a fan of green... smiled... but maybe something like that, green is not particularly nice here... perhaps a sunny yellow instead.
The front door then in the same color as the window frames, with wood cladding around the garage door, similar to the upper floor.

In general, it depends on the look you are aiming for, so I would start by collecting some examples to see what typically appeals to me. I browsed through front yards and read books on the topic of front yard design, where you can find good tips and examples.

For your place, I would only update the front door, gate, and new steps or paving stones. I think a wooden cladding around the gate would be too much. Instead, as already suggested, nice planter boxes (and/or planting beds along the house?), a stylish new light fixture, possibly some decorative items (depending on taste), and above all a nice bench as a focal point and a place to set down bags, etc. Alternatively, a decorative seating area with two garden chairs and a small round table (you already have one chair there). I find that very inviting and practical, and it can be quickly moved if needed.

Where do you usually park your car? Be sure to include that in your planning!
Make sure to provide a shaded spot for garbage bins and find a way to conceal them (although opinions on this vary widely).

tommyh33 schrieb:

But as I said, I’m missing the wow factor here.

…because you are planning it as boringly as all houses look these days.

tommyh33 schrieb:

We very rarely or almost never drive into the garage with the car, because the door is also quite small (2.30m) (7 ft 7 in).

What is the garage used for? What is stored there, and how often do you use it?
The door actually still looks fine.
It could be painted – the color depends on the effect you want to achieve.
I would take up @Schorsch_baut’s idea and extend the wooden cladding from the top downwards in alignment. Not fully closed, but with gaps as seen above the window. On the left and right sides, creating a kind of open windbreak. Behind that, you could place the garage door or just a single door (currently there is a double door, which I wouldn’t replace with a sectional door).

tommyh33 schrieb:

Where the wooden cladding ends at the bottom.

At that height, yes.

The decorations on the left and right could then be placed in front of the cladding. Just like instead of one chair, two chairs with a small table.
My choice of color for hidden entrance doors (although I don’t have any myself) would be red.