Hull Residence | Garage Extension Renovation
Exterior and garage interior views test an attached addition against setback constraints, then explore porch integration, driveway geometry, and finish options for an existing colonial-style home.
Residential renovation · Hull Road, Vienna, Virginia
3D Rendering Garage Addition for a Residence in Virginia
Project Snapshot
The challenge
The homeowners were preparing for design-build and permitting conversations and needed clear, realistic visuals to judge curb appeal and proportions before committing to construction. The owner needed 3D visualization to solve the following:
- Zoning setback flexibility: clustered R-3 could allow a 20-ft setback, while standard R-3 could push it to 30 ft, changing the garage width from a full 2-car option down to a much narrower option
- Site conditions: the front yard had a notable downward slope, which affects how a driveway meets the garage at grade and how the massing reads from the street
- Design integration: the new garage, rooflines, and driveway had to feel like they belonged with the existing colonial-style home, not like an afterthought.
How 7CGI solved it
We first modeled the entire house front and produced a couple of clay shots. Seeing them the owners decided that they have to go with a 30 feet setback.
20-Foot vs 30-Foot Garage Setback
After confirming the 30-foot setback option, we moved forward with a full set of colored visuals. These showed the new porch integration, the garage interior, the updated driveway layout, and a few exterior color options so the homeowners could compare finishes and make confident decisions.
Before and After
Here are a couple of before and after planned renovations—
From a side perspective
From the front perspective
Visualize Your Home Before You Build
If you are planning a renovation and want to see how it will look before you build, drop us a line at abdullah@7cgi.com. We can help you visualize your future home and potentially save you a lot of money by reducing guesswork and changes later.
You can also explore our full architectural visualization service here.