A family spent $69,000 turning their garage into an apartment so their son could live rent-free while launching his startup
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The apartment renovation features a small kitchen with an island, built-in pantry, and a focus on maximizing space. Designing the layout posed challenges, aiming for a studio feel without limitations of size. A one-story design enhances spaciousness. The Starmer family now shares their expertise in garage conversions through viral social media videos, selling plans and launching an online course to assist others in similar projects. Hundreds of renovation plans have been sold, demonstrating significant interest in optimizing small living spaces.
"While we were framing, I was like, 'I know it's a 2-by-4 wall, but I think I can make a pantry out of this 2-by-4 stud here,'" Christina said. "So instead of just drywalling it up, we made a large, long box and put some doors in the front."
"We wanted a really good flow in a super tiny space and for someone to not feel boxed in," she said. "Instead, she focused on creating a one-story space that felt spacious and inviting."
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