Extra space often becomes wasted space. If that’s the case with your garage, it may be time to think about a garage conversion. Granny flats, home gyms, and rumpus rooms - there’s a multitude of possibilities to consider. 
Get in touch with a local Geelong Renovation Consultant to discuss how Refresh can improve and optimise your underutilised space and transform it into something great. 

Why choose Refresh Renovations?

Refresh Renovations offers a comprehensive approach to renovations that puts homeowners at the centre. Gone are the days of disorganised, mismanaged home improvement projects that cost time, money, and peace of mind. 
We aim to prioritise the homeowner’s experience with a straightforward and stress-free renovation. Our Renovation Consultants are so much more than project managers. From the early concept stages through to the final delivery, they will remain your single point of contact, giving you the most important information but not bothering you with the details behind the scenes. 
With their trusted network of industry professionals, you can rest assured that your local Geelong Renovation Consultant will be enlisting the help of reliable contractors and preferred suppliers to complete your garage conversion with a high level of craftsmanship and care. 

What garage conversion ideas are currently popular in Geelong?

Not all conversions need to be dramatic transformations. Providing they improve the space, making it better suited to your lifestyle, simplicity is great. Geelong’s sports and leisure scene is deeply embedded in the city’s culture and a garage conversion that leans into that just makes sense. Maybe that looks like optimised storage for your surfboards and equipment, or with shock-absorbing rubber gym floor tiles so you can work out comfortably. 
With Geelong’s connection to the Surf Coast Highway, it could be good economics to create a well-appointed guest suite for out-of-town visitors. Or, if you’re after a basic sleepout for the teenagers or an upscale granny flat for the in-laws’ extended stay, we can help make the conversion fantastic. 

What garage conversion services do Refresh Renovations provide?

A key element of our stress-free renovation process is the variety of services we offer in one place. From plumbing and electrical to structural engineering and architectural design, we can tackle the whole gamut. So whatever your garage conversion needs, we have the professionals to get it done. 

Our garage conversion services include:

• Garage to Living Space Conversion
• Garage to Bedroom Conversion
• Garage to Home Office Conversion
• Garage to Granny Flat Conversion
• Garage to Self-Contained Flat conversion
• Garage to Rumpus Room Conversion
• Garage to Home Theatre conversion
• Garage to Nursery conversion
• Garage to Home Gym conversion
• Garage storage solutions 
• Garage extensions and additions
• Bespoke garage conversion design and builds
• End-to-end garage conversion project management

...and anything else you can think of!

How much does a garage conversion cost in Geelong? 

There are many variables to consider when determining the cost of a garage conversion, but let’s take a look at two Refresh projects to give you an idea of what’s achievable at different price points. 
This upscale garage conversion was completed for $360,000. Here’s what that included:
- Council applications for change of purpose and plumbing work

- An open-plan Scandinavian-inspired kitchen, lounge, and dining area

- A well-appointed laundry area and powder room

- An office area with a built-in desk and open shelving

- Landscaping and a concrete wrap-around patio

- One bedroom with a luxury ensuite

- A bespoke exterior with cedar cladding, statement windows, and a steel gabled roof
Converting this garage to a sleepout cost $188,000 and included:
- Obtaining council consent

- A new slab foundation

- A kitchenette and modern bathroom 

- A deck with roof-covered extension to connect the sleepout to the main house

- New exterior doors on the main house and sleepout
*Costs are rough estimates and are subject to change. For a fixed-quote accurate to your specific project, please consult your local Geelong Refresh Renovation Consultant.

Do you need consent for a garage conversion? 

Your garage conversion will require a City of Greater Geelong building permit. But we’ll prepare and take care of the application to ensure your project is completed safely and up to code. 

Is your garage collecting dust?

Let’s change that! Get in touch with a local Geelong Renovation Consultant today and arrange a free consultation to discuss your options for a garage conversion.