Had one of those oh ****! moments using a tiller about 20 years ago. Was renovating my backyard before sprinkler system and new sod was laid down, and was moving along quite nicely. Apparently at some point I wasn't paying attention, got it too close to the chain link fence, and it basically...
Maybe I'm overthinking it, but wouldn't it be better to leave it so if there was ever an issue with water penetration from the outside, it would have a better avenue to drain rather than be sealed up behind the drywall? Similar to hanging drywall in a basement and leaving a half inch gap from...
I had to join so I could see the pics and add my 2 cents. :) I like the design, although I like the 2 windows over the garage instead of the four. Seems more balanced. As others have mentioned, lowering the roof line would make it stand out less.
Just spitballing, but what about a small deck...