The Riverside Garage occupies a 28-foot by 28-foot footprint, delivering 750 square feet of total heated living area within a two-story carriage house configuration. This design prioritizes vertical utility, pairing a compact residential floor plan with a substantial ground-level garage and workshop area. The structure is engineered to maximize site efficiency, making it a viable option for accessory dwelling unit (ADU) applications or secondary lot development.
The ground level is dedicated to the 642 square foot front-load 2-car garage, which includes a workshop zone for mechanical or hobbyist projects. A ceiling height of 8 feet on the first level maintains a standard clearance for vehicle storage and utility use. The primary living quarters are elevated to the second floor, which encompasses 712 square feet of heated space designed for independent living.
Occupying the upper level, the interior layout features a split-bedroom configuration that separates the sleeping quarters to enhance acoustic privacy. The plan includes one full bathroom, one half bathroom, and a centralized kitchen that serves as the core of the living area. A dedicated laundry zone is incorporated into the second-floor plan to consolidate household maintenance tasks within the private residential level.
With a maximum building height of 27 feet 1 inch, the structure utilizes a hybrid roof system featuring 8:12 and 4:12 roof pitches. The 8-foot ceiling height on the second floor provides a consistent volume throughout the living and sleeping areas. This vertical profile is supported by a robust design that balances the heavy-duty garage requirements on the ground level with the residential needs of the upper apartment.
Key Features: 2-car front-load garage, dedicated workshop, 750 sq ft living area, split-bedroom layout, 8-foot ceiling heights, second-floor laundry, 1 full bathroom, 1 half bathroom, 28 ft x 28 ft footprint, accessory dwelling unit (ADU) design.
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