Modern Industrial Carriage House

This Modern Industrial Carriage House is a bold, efficient example of small-scale custom design that maximizes function without sacrificing style. Designed by Showvaker Residential Design, it’s an ideal solution for compact properties, urban infill lots, or backyard additions in Upstate South Carolina, the SC Midlands, Western North Carolina, and similar markets where space has to work harder.

The two-story layout combines practical garage and workshop space below, including RV-height storage, with a comfortable upper-level living area designed for flexibility. It can serve as a guest suite, short-term rental, detached home office, studio, or a fully independent ADU, depending on your goals.

Clean geometry, metal siding, and durable industrial materials create a low-maintenance exterior that performs well in high-use environments. Clerestory windows bring in abundant natural light while maintaining privacy, and they support passive ventilation for improved comfort and energy efficiency. Inside, the upper level features an open layout with a compact kitchen, full bath, and adaptable living or sleeping zones. A steel balcony extends the living space outdoors and strengthens the indoor-outdoor connection.

When appropriate, sustainability-minded material choices, efficient insulation, and aging-in-place planning can be integrated discreetly for long-term livability. This carriage house is a smart way to add usable space, flexibility, and property value with a design that feels intentional and refined.