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Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, part of the thrill of condo living is the blank design slate it provides. As you consider various condos in Boynton Beach, think about the design possibilities, too!

Here are some ideas to maximum your space and create a signature design style:

Use the floor plan as your canvas

Draw out the floor plan and play around with where furniture will go. Start with pieces you already own, and be realistic. Will the 6-foot-long dining room table fit with room to spare, or is a smaller table with extra leaves a better option.

Don’t get stuck in conventional arrangements

Just because a room is labeled “office” doesn’t make it the law. Maybe the dining room would make a perfect cozy seating area. Walk through the space, and figure out how to make it work for the way you live.

Create your own “rooms.”

Many condos in Boynton Beach have open floor plans. A great way to define space is with “see through” furnishings, such as book cases or shelving that are open on both sides.

Make the most of existing design features.

A long entry hall or the walls along the staircase can be turned into instant art galleries. Use this found space to showcase family photos or art collections.

Step away from the walls.

Not every sofa or chair needs to be pushed against the wall. Condos in Boynton Beach often have flexible, floor through plans, so use them to your design advantage. As you play around with furniture arrangements, try letting the sofa “float” in the middle of the room, so it’s accessible on all sides.

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Plan Your New Garage Design and Garage Building Size Local Building Regulations Regulate Your DecisionsWhen building a new garage or adding on a garage addition, it is important to begin by consulting your local planning department for information about building permits, zoning regulations and set back requirements. Set back requirements regulate how close you can build to the road as well as bordering property. If you do not comply with these building regulations and obtain proper building permits where necessary, you may have to tear down the new building or relocate the garage. It sure costs less to do the work right the first time! To build your garage you will need building plans or construction plans and a plot plan, which indicates the garage building location on your land.

Building Inspectors Offer Great Advise Your local building inspector may be your best resource for free advise when planning the construction of a new garage. It is a good idea to consult with your local city building inspector before you start your new project. This may make all the difference in developing a great relationship for future projects. Their building inspectors advice is free, and they can help ensure your garage project is up to code.

Plan Your New Garage on Graph PaperAfter you have made a list of every item to be placed in your new garage with the item sizes, Purchase graph paper to lay out the items and plan the total size you will need for your new garage.

What Size Garage Should I Build?What size should you build your new garage building? A single car garage should be at least 12′ wide by 22′ deep. The minimum width for a 2 car garage building should be 20 feet, but you will need additional room if you’re planning on putting in a workbench or if you’ll need to store your kids bicycles, lawn mowers, tools or your work shop equipment. A 22′X24′ wide garage is a more optimal garage size. Whatever size you choose to build, 2009 pricing for a new garage has a cost from $26 – $38 dollars per square foot. If you own a pickup truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), your garage needs to be at least 22′x22′ feet. Your ceiling height should be at least 8 feet high.