Exterior, Gable RoofLine, Farmhouse Building Type, Metal Roof Material, and Concrete Siding Material The exterior of this home was modeled to look like two independent structures. The main house sits parallel to the river allowing views from the entire right side of the home. The garage and au pair/inlaw sweet is detached from the main house except through a shared mudroom.  Photo 12 of 16 in 16 Modern Detached Garages That’ll Transform Your Outdoor Space from Modern Farmhouse

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Having a detached garage close to the main house allows you to add an addition to connect the buildings but keep them distinctly separate. A visual difference conveys the home’s structural hierarchy even if the two structures are not identical in style. This Dover, Massachusetts, farmhouse has a shared mudroom between the two buildings, allowing for dry and comfortable access.