# Modern Garage Apartments A Space Reserved for Cars is Turned into a Gorgeous Modern Living Space By Andrew Sztein | Published 2013-01-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garage-apartment References: [boingboing.net](http://boingboing.net/2013/01/18/garage-converted-into-modernis.html) & [imgur](http://imgur.com/a/ny4uA) If you told someone that you lived in a garage apartment, they'd probably imagine you living amongst oil stains on the floor and having furniture comprising of old tires and broken car parts. In this case however, a normal garage (or car-hold if you prefer) has been turned into a [modern apartment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-64) that you wouldn't be ashamed to bring friends and family to. All the major living amenities have been cleverly covered in the [tiny space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabanon), from a fully equipped bathroom, bedroom space, a kitchen, office-work space, and a surprising amount of ambient light. Best of all, the garage apartment is still equipped with a regular garage door, before revealing the beautiful living space in behind. Hopefully this garage apartment comes with a parking space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Adaptive Reuse:** Opportunity to transform underutilized spaces like garages into modern living spaces. - **Micro Living:** Growing trend of maximizing small spaces to create functional and stylish living environments. - **Smart Homes:** Integration of technology and automation to enhance the functionality and convenience of living spaces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Real Estate:** Demand for adaptive reuse projects in the real estate market, catering to individuals seeking unique living spaces. - **Home Improvement:** Opportunity for home improvement companies to provide creative solutions for maximizing small spaces. - **Technology:** Integration of smart home technologies in modern garage apartments, creating a seamless and efficient living experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Juxtaposing Garden Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-garage.md) - [Artist Apartment Conversions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-prekop-studio.md) - [Smartly Designed Compact Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-apartments2.md) - [Paris Stable-Transformed Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garibaldi.md) - [Converted Industrial Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1960s-warehouse.md) - [Industrial-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glassbrick-apartment.md) - [Industrial Loft Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-casa-mrgt.md) - [Cleverly Designed Micro Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabanon.md) - [Former-Bakery Modern Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nz10-apartment.md)