nolimits, you have a VERY nice garage.
LOL, thanks man, but that isn't my garage. It's someone's kitchen. I just found a picture on the internet. Although our kitchen is similar, and we have the same shape of pantry. We love it. It makes good use of an awkward space and gives lots of storage.
I'd get a couple metal storage cabinets. 18'' deep, 4' wide - on castors. They would give you more useful shelf space. Then maybe some package racking if you need to store larger items. If I built a closet - it would be to hold a compressor and keep the noise down - but then I'd put that on an outside wall.
if you need more storage - design the Trusses and Roof to provide that as well.
just my thoughts,
Carl B.
Since he's closing in a week, I doubt truss and roof design are options at this point. However, I do agree that having a useable attic is a must. I have a good sized space above mine and just moved a bunch of junk up there. It's made a big difference in helping me get things organized.
If by the chance the OP is building, make sure you get all the lights you want installed before you move in and make sure the builder insulates over the attic. Also, I would have them deck the attic with 3/4" plywood. And while doing all that, you can get larger and more heavy duty pull down ladders. The narrow 225# builder grade **** they put in is a joke.
It also crossed my mind about putting a compressor in the closet. It would help with noise levels. Theoretically he could do another closet on the other side to house the compressor. If doing this, make sure it still has enough room so it doesn't overheat, and there is a way to vent it.
Lastly, I'm not sure I agree with your statement about the metal shelves providing more storage. I don't think it's a bad solution mind you, just I think sometimes you work with what you have and can do. Some of the shelving units are expensive, but have the advantage of going with you to the next house.
I've thought about that. here it is drawn up
its a 27x22x8 BTW with a 18 or 20 foot door (we close on the house in 7 days!)
Here is a screen capture from my AutoCAD software. I drew up with your 4' x 4' dimensions. I made each wall 25" so that you would have room for 24" wide work benches. That leaves you 32.5" on the front face, which allows for a 24" wide door w/ trim to fit.
I drew it up because I wasn't sure if the one side was wide enough for a work bench. In your 3D model, it looks like one is but the other looks tiny. It could just be a visual effect of the angle we are viewing.
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