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Additional Storage and Features

There is tons more storage in the garage, as well as an auxiliary canning area. In general, this house was outfitted according to the motto, 'There is no such thing as too much storage.' The 4-foot-high crawlspace features some lighted floored storage as well.

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Auxiliary Canning Area

An auxiliary canning area in the garage features a separate oven, with cabinets and counter space on either side. This provides a separate space to do summertime canning, allowing the thermal mass of the concrete floor to soak up the heat load, rather than adding it to the living spaces of the house. It is also a convenient way to collocate all the canning equipment and supplies in one place. The canning area also has a space for an upright freezer or second refrigerator. Its electrical outlet is among the circuits protected by the battery backup system.

picture of Auxiliary Canning Area

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Tool/Work Area

Next to the canning station is a workbench/tool storage area. Both areas feature high-illumination fluorescent lighting.

picture of Tool/Work Area

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More Storage Spaces

There are several additional storage spaces in the garage...

  • a 4' wide x 10' long heavy-duty storage rack
  • a double-bank of shelving above the garage doors
  • a shelved storage area under the stairs landing,
    perfect for storing wine or other items that
    like it cool and dark
  • extra-strong shelves under the garage pantry, great
    for all those old vinyl records you can't bring yourself
    to part with (or whatever!)
  • a wall-mounted CD rack with capacity for approximately
    800 CDs, DVDs, or video games

picture of garage under-steps storage  picture of under-pantry heavy-duty storage  picture of CD storage rack

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Attic Storage

But wait, there's more! The attic above the garage features 600 sqft of lighted, floored storage.

picture of attic steps  picture of attic storage, south bay  picture of attic storage, western plateau
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