Designing a 17 x 19 garage work space advice

[GEGU]

I have a small 2-car garage that measures 17'w x 19'd that is full of stuff and two 20 cuft refrigerators. The laundry is full size W/D and not technically in the garage area but the laundry table is and can only be accessed via the garage. My goal is to convert it into a functional, clean and convertible area that I can also park my car. Am I dreaming?

This weekend I'll be taking everything out to the front yard and start with a clean slate. I desperately need advice on how to setup the garage and buy or build a sturdy mutli workbench that is big and sturdy enough for a vice, table top tools and other essentials.

Currently I have:

Bosch Router 1617EVSPK and Table RA1181 (NIB) new in box
Bosch Table Saw 4100-09
Dewalt compound Miter saw
Porter Cable Drill Press PCB6600P (NIB)
Puma 3hp 60gal pk-6060V compressor (NIB)
Various Makita hand tools (drill, impact, angle grinder)
Rigid 14 gal Shop Vac
Rigid 16ga nail gun
Various Dremel tools (NIB)
Various wire shelving units
Various Bessy clamps up to 50" (NIB)

For power I have two 230v outlets that were wired to the panel and three 115v outlets wired in series.

I am wondering how to arrange hose placement to keep dust in check. What air tools are recommended for household projects and light commercial fabrication (eg picture frames, serving trays, clothes hangers).

Budget for remaining equipment is $2k and always looking for a good deal.

I have a HF 3 miles away so I am okay with buying from them as long as it's sturdy and a great value.

Thanks in advance for the advice.

I have plenty of time but not much of anything else.

May also consider small lathe and light welding & plasma cutter next year. It looks like fun and I'm thinking up new ideas daily - implementation is another thing.

 

[K'ledgeBldr]

I have a small 2-car garage...
This weekend I'll be taking everything out to the front yard and...

Adding a large banner that says "For Sale- Everything Must Go"

Now, you might be able to use the space for its intended purpose! But seriously, if you want that much "multi-function", go vertical. Then put everything else on casters.

 

[MrBalll]

I would start by throwing away as much as you can. Or selling it. Then you can decide how to stack/store.

 

[NUTTSGT]

I'd take everything out and toss the junk or what you don't need. If it has any value, list it on CL or put it out front with a for sale sign. All profits go back into the garage fund.

How's your building skills ? Put up an small shed to free up garage space, move the yard stuff out there or other things the wife "wants" to keep.

Break out a pad/graph paper and a pencil. Start drawing up some layouts, take measurements and try to figure what/how big/where things will go. Once you start moving stuff, don't be afraid to try something else....like you said, you have plenty of time. See what works best for you.

 

[Cyberbear]

Like so many others before you, the space needed to adequately store , and use, your tools is not available, so, it must be created. This situation is typical of multi-use areas and you will need to get creative in order to resolve your problem.
As mentioned by others, rid yourself of unnecessary items, create storage for the items to keep, and put as much as you can on wheels and be prepared to constantly be taking things out onto the driveway, as needed, in order to accomplish any but large projects. A small work bench will be a good place for minor tinkering, but put it on wheels as well. To avoid frustration. I suggest a cover for the car and try to work around the household appliances as best you can.