Houzz Far from being a place to simply park the car, a bat cave garage is the latest special request I have received for a new home. Sleek and sophisticated, I am hoping my design will be as important as the home itself. In fact, it is envisaged that it will act like a secret headquarters fit for a superhero, with access to it designed so that the car simply enters through a hydraulic lift-up door in the ground.
A grander example can be seen here in this cave-like garage that comprises five concrete display cubes built into a hillside, each showcasing the homeowner’s most prized possessions.
A tenpin bowling alley
Tenpin bowling alleys are appearing in new (obviously large) homes, often with two lanes. As the length takes up a considerable amount of space anyway, two lanes are more economic and allow for competitions between friends.
A bowling alley is a pricey indulgence, requiring a fully automated system to pick up the pins and redeliver the bowling balls. Some homeowners also choose to extend the experience with the inclusion of a foosball table, billiards, large screen TV, a surround-sound system and fully fitted-out bar with club lounge area.
An indoor putting green
Homeowners who have a passion for golf and the spare cash to indulge their sporting obsessions, like to incorporate an indoor putting green into their homes. This allows them the convenience to chip and pitch at any time of the day.
Careful planning of the area or room is important. The best set-up, which can include an indoor ‘drop in the hole’ putting green that has quality artificial turf, along with the creation of breaks, tiers, undulations and even a sand bank, will provide hours of endless practise and fun no matter what the weather conditions outside.
Dance Studio by Eskuche DesignA ballet studio
With the inclusion of a custom-designed ballet studio in this home, an aspiring ballerina’s dream of stardom could turn into reality. Fully fitted-out with endless mirrors that span wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling, a barre fixed all the way along the wall, supportive sprung floors and a quality sound system, the scene is set for dancing success.
This private home ballet studio, featuring a brightly patterned floor, pink feature wall and stunning crystal chandelier, leaves a young dancer no excuse but to practise, practise, practise!
A tasting room
A tasting room provides an extension of the wine cellar experience, transforming it into an inviting place to linger, rather than simply a storage area to dart in and out of to grab a bottle of wine. It can also be a place to showcase your very best drop, along with your exquisite decanters and glassware.
Whether you create an intimate room for a just a few, or a place where guests can gather to sample wines and enjoy your hospitality in general, a beautifully designed tasting room will go a long way to enticing you to open that vintaged wine a little bit sooner.
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Yoga Studio by Claire Esparros for HomepolishA yoga studio
A yoga sanctuary in the home will make for a convenient place of escape to stretch, breathe and meditate on a daily basis. The calm, cool colour scheme seen here, coupled with natural materials and an abundance of natural light, provides the perfect backdrop for serene contemplation.
A wall of living greenery will introduce aesthetic appeal and improve air quality, capturing dust, pollen and other airborne pollutants, and a clean, clutter-free space will ensure a clear, calm mind.
An indoor rock-climbing wall
Tired of the monotony of your home gym? Consider incorporating a rock-climbing wall (or allocate an entire rock-climbing room) to your home that can be appreciated and enjoyed by the whole family.
A rock-climbing wall has the potential to provide a more interesting way of accessing the floor above and is a fun, challenging way to maintain fitness. However, it is highly recommended that you also include padded flooring to mitigate any damage from possible falls.
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