Farmhouse Style Garage With Concrete Slab

“Jon did an amazing job for us. He built a carport, garage, and garden shed for us. He always made sure we knew what was going on and arrived ready to work each day. The job site was always cleaned up when they left. Jon and his crew are awesome.”

Project Overview

This Farmhouse Style Garage With Concrete Slab was built to provide covered parking and additional storage while maintaining a clean and cohesive look with the main home. The goal was to deliver a functional structure with strong materials and thoughtful design details that elevate the overall property.

Location: Texas Hill Country

Build Type: Farmhouse Garage

Foundation: Concrete slab by others

Footprint: 25 by 35 foot structure

The Client’s Goal - The homeowner wanted a Farmhouse Style Garage With Concrete Slab that would:

• Provide reliable covered space for vehicles

• Offer additional storage

• Match the farmhouse style of the home

• Create a seamless connection between the garage and house - The covered walkway was an important feature to allow easy access between structures while staying protected from the elements.

Build Process

We handled the full build including framing exterior finishes roofing and custom design elements.

Framing and Structure

• 2 by 4 walls at 10 foot height

• Zip 7 16 wall sheathing

• 5 over 12 roof trusses

• Zip 5 8 roof sheathing

  
  

Exterior and Design

• Hardie lap siding on eave walls

• Board and batten siding on front and rear gables

• Battens spaced 2 feet on center with 2 and a half inch width

• Cedar posts and decorative corbels for farmhouse detail

  
  

Roofing and Features

• 26 gauge metal roof

• 3 foot awning above garage door

• 16 inch soffit around entire structure

  
  

Garage and Access

• 16 foot wide by 8 foot tall residential garage door

• Covered walkway connecting garage to main home

  
  

Cost and Timeline

Farmhouse garages offer a strong balance between function and design while maintaining cost efficiency.

Total Project Cost: 37,400 dollars for materials and labor

Concrete was completed separately and not included in this total

Build Timeline: Approximately 3 to 5 weeks depending on site conditions and scheduling

Final Result

The completed farmhouse garage provides a clean and functional space for vehicle storage while enhancing the overall look of the property. The combination of board and batten siding metal roofing and cedar accents creates a timeless design that complements the main home.

With the addition of a covered walkway and thoughtful detailing, this build offers both practicality and visual appeal.

Projects like this highlight how a well designed garage can serve as both a functional space and an extension of the home’s style.