Double Garages NZ – Single, Double and 3 Bay Options
Double & 3 Bay Garage Options
Double garages are a great choice for residential property owners, providing space for two vehicles along with room for everyday items. For those who need a bit more room, a 3 bay garage offers more floor space for storage or whatever purpose you have in mind.
3 bay garages are a common size for lifestyle and rural use, providing more flexibility than a double garage. In many cases, once you start using the space, even a 3 bay can feel tight, and a 4 bay becomes the better long-term option.
Door Layout and Cost
A typical 2 bay double garage provides space for two vehicles. The most cost-effective option is access through the side wall (under the gutter) with two roller doors, one per bay.
If you want access through the gable end wall, you have two options: two separate doors, one on either side of the apex, or a single wide door. A wide opening in the end wall is generally more costly option, as more strength needs to be built into the end portal frame to allow for the wider opening.
Gable or Mono-Pitch Garage Design
We can deliver a double garage in either a gable or mono-pitch design. The choice usually comes down to the overall look you want to achieve and personal preference.
Gable roof double garages are the more common option. They suit most residential properties and provide a balanced, traditional look with open spans and good internal space.
Mono-pitch garages have a single sloping roof and can be an attractive option when other buildings on the property also have flat roofs, helping everything tie together visually. They are ideal when the building needs to sit alongside another structure or near a boundary where shading needs to be kept to a minimum.
