SHOP GARAGE
Renovation
Collegedale, Tennessee
Architects: Heidi Hefferlin, Principal
Photography: Sarah Dorio
Located on a sprawling horse farm and residential estate, this project combines several functions under one large roof. The Shop Garage houses farm equipment, a hayloft, car storage, workshop, and open space for family events. The primary design challenge was rethinking ‘barn’ or ‘shop’ associations to introduce a new aesthetic. Clerestory windows flood the space with natural light, while concrete floors, exposed beams, and clean white shiplap merge modern and traditional styles. The result is a design that respects its Southern context while creating an airy, open, and versatile building.
