Homes come in many sizes, but few have gone viral like the new breezeway style home. This tiny residence offers many of the conveniences you find in new traditional homes all in a small package. And what is perhaps the most eye-catching aspect is the inclusion of a garage door.
The Breezeway Home
In some regard, the breezeway is typical of most tiny dwellings. It has the same rectangular shape of standard mobile homes, although it is somewhat shorter which allows for easier positioning and drivability.
The home itself is 30’ x 8.6’ and features two raised areas in the front and back which allow for a bed on the end and extra space for storage on the front. The home is crafted from recycled steel panels and features a cedar tongue and groove siding for that outdoor look.
A standard door is opposite of the garage door. The kitchen features reclaimed barn wood walls and quartz countertops. In addition, an LED strip helps to decorate the kitchen and provides that sophisticated appearance.
This allows for the modern accessories, including the full-size refrigerator, microwave, and bronze faucet to shine. There is even a dishwasher and three-burner stove that all together does not take up a lot of space.
The home comes with a wet bar, a pop-out TV, and a custom dog kennel. But it is the unique garage door feature which makes the breezeway different from many other tiny home designs. The garage door is a double steel (sandwich), insulated garage door which features vertical windows on its side. The door allows for a wide entrance which lets in the view, lets the natural light in and helps to air out the home’s interior.
Constructed like typical sectional garage doors, it operates on the same principle of two tracks that allow for the door to be raised or lowered. Just do not expect to have enough room to park your car or truck inside. However, you could run a motorcycle into the living room with the space that the door opening provides.
Perhaps the most eye-catching feature, apart from the garage door, is the wet bar that sits opposite of the kitchen. It is positioned right under a large window that provides the perfect view when eating. The seating is side-by-side instead of facing each other, but that helps to create more room inside the home.
The living room is the space between the garage door and standard door. There is a hidden TV that pops out from the wall when desired. Plus, there is enough space to put in a couple of chairs or a large sofa. The overall size of the living room and the home itself is designed for couples. However, it is perfect for those who live alone, although if there are three or more people it is going to get crowded pretty quickly.
The bathroom is at the back end of the breezeway with the master bedroom in the space above. A custom ladder allows for quick access to the bedroom when needed. The area is big enough for a swiveling television. Plus, an in-house Bose system completes the design.
And there is the dog kennel which is an unusual feature to be built inside such a small home. The kennel sits near the garage door so your pet can have quick access to the outdoors when needed.
What is a Breezeway?
For those who may not be familiar with the term, a breezeway is an architectural feature that allows for the wind to pass between structures.
The breezeway home gets its name from the two roof peaks at each end which create a valley in-between. The peaks in the roof allow for greater height and more space without adding to the width of the home. The lower center section inspired the term breezeway. A term that is quite fitting with the outdoor nature of the structure.
Adding Value to Your Tiny Home with a Garage Door
Whether your home is a breezeway inspired tiny home or other form of mobile home, adding a garage door to it can enhance its potential value. Adding a garage door to your tiny home offers many benefits, including:
Improved Aesthetics: If you want to freshen up the look of your home, a new garage door can certainly help to enhance the aesthetic quality of your residence. Homeowners can now choose from a wide variety of styles that not only increase the beauty of their homes, but may add real sale value. Be sure to check out all the new styles to see which one works best for your residence.
Increased Energy Efficiency: New and modern garage doors are made with a combination of advanced materials that insulate better, make them lighter and stronger. When compared to sliding doors or standard entry doors, garage doors offer better insulation options which can also help to lower energy bills.
Better Air Quality: The garage door large opening allows for better air quality due to improved air circulation. With fewer walls and partitions, air can circulate more freely, reducing the concentration of pollutants and improving indoor air quality.
Natural Lighting: The garage door large opening allows for more natural lighting. Natural light has been shown to improve mood, increase productivity, and reduce energy costs.
In summary, installing a high-quality and modern garage door can add value to your tiny home in multiple ways, including improving the first impression, enhancing energy efficiency, boosting curb appeal, and improved functionality.
