Garage Options Reading PA

We see more and more builders and developers in Reading who want to keep a neotraditional look--narrow streets, classic designs with hints from the past, varying setbacks--but for whatever reason can't incorporate alleys into their plans.

Local Companies

Muhlenberg Greene Architects, Ltd.
(610) 253-2717
400 Washington Street, Suite 1000
Reading, PA
Schlouch Incorporated
(908) 859-9531
Excelsior Industrial Park
Blandon, PA
Midatlantic Construction Services
(610) 916-1479
1047 Old Bernville Rd
Reading, PA
Net Results
(570) 639-5441
Dallas, PA
Integrated Structures
(412) 661-6600
6108 Howe St
Pittsburgh, PA
Widener Construction
(215) 949-2400
225 Lincoln Hwy
Fairless Hls, PA
Tasc Consulting Services Llc
(610) 521-5060
6 E Hinckley Ave
Ridley Park, PA
Lamarca Construction Management Inc
(412) 943-1700
526 E Bruceton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA
Jingoli Joseph & Son Inc
(215) 757-8910
Langhorne, PA
High Steel Structures Inc
(570) 326-9051
3501 W 4th St
Williamsport, PA

 

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Dominick Tringali Architects

Bloomfield Hills, Mich.

248-335-8888

DTArchitects@DTArchitects.com


Q. How can I achieve a neotraditional look without utilizing alleys?


A: We see more and more builders and developers who want to keep a neotraditional look--narrow streets, classic designs with hints from the past, varying setbacks--but for whatever reason can't incorporate alleys into their plans. We deal with that by exploring different ways to place the garage. If it must go in front, and in some communities that's the only option, then we make sure to set it way back from the front facade and balance it with a highly detailed porch. Often, a better option is to move the garage all the way to the rear of the property, which, if done sensitively, can still leave backyard access from the main part of the house. The resulting, rather long driveway can be detailed so that it adds, rather than detracts, from the overall design of the house.


  • The rear yard isn't large, but it still offers room for kids to run and play.


  • The big payoff for putting the garage in back is that the entry--often a solid, uninteresting feature--can't be seen from the street.


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  • Let's face it. Not having a garage in front means much stronger curb appeal.


  • Owners can place a deck on this side of the house as a way to encourage activity in the biggest part of the yard.


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    Featured Local Company

    Muhlenberg Greene Architects, Ltd.

    (610) 253-2717
    400 Washington Street, Suite 1000
    Reading, PA

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