PREVENT REMODEL REGRETS FOR YOUR OUTDOOR + GARAGE AREAS | TOP 15 DESIGN TIPS TO CONSIDER 1. Placement + quantity of hose bibs - you can never have enough 2. Seal or epoxy garage floor before moving in - you'll thank us later 3. Be sure to allow for landscape growth over time - overgrowth is no fun 4. Gutter downspouts connected to a pipe to move water away from the foundation of your home - preventative planning 5. Have an extra irrigation zone for drip irrigation for the deck and patio 6. Add cabinets + countertops to the garage - storage is key 7. Stairs to access the attic from the garage 8. Run wiring to the outside for audio systems 9. Outlets under eaves for holiday lights/decor (and clips to hold light strings) 10. Run conduit under driveway for future wiring needs (consider landscape lighting) 11. Pre-wire for security system 12. Pre-wire for generator 13. Make your porches and portals deep at least 12 foot minimum 14. TV and internet cable for garage 15. Dog door Need more guidance on your home project? Give us a call, we would love to help! #jlcoatesdesign #architecture #floorplans #details #design #interiordesign #outdoordesigner #landscape #backyardmusthaves #newhomemusthave #noregrets #sorrynotsorry #ignoranceisnotbliss #buildyourfuture #designyourhome #plantoprevent #prevenativemeasures #measuretwicecutonce #designtips #design101 #homedesign #floorplans #yarddesign #audio #security #landscapelights #holiday #holidaylights #holidaydecor #almostchristmas