Garage

The garage is the utility and equipment hub of the CTC build.
Located beneath the wardrobe and adjacent to the office, this space houses the Blueridge outdoor condenser, the planned hot water heater, electrical routing, and future storage solutions.
It is designed for serviceability, airflow, and safe operation of all major mechanical systems.

Garage Features

Based on the current 2D and 3D layouts, the garage includes the following core components:

Blueridge outdoor condenser (mini‑split system)
Hot water heater (planned installation)
Electrical routing and access panels
Condensate drain routing
Ventilation and airflow paths
Utility access from the office
Future shelving and storage

This space appears in the layout views under labels such as
“Garage”, “Blueridge Outdoor Condenser”, and “Utility Access”.

Components

Layout Notes

The garage is positioned on the driver side of the trailer, directly behind the office.
This location provides a short, efficient refrigerant line run to the indoor air handlers and keeps all major mechanical components in a single serviceable zone.

Key layout considerations include:

Outdoor condenser mounted with proper clearances for airflow
Hot water heater positioned for easy access and safe venting
Electrical routing kept high and protected from moisture
Condensate drain routed downward and out of the trailer
Ventilation openings sized for condenser airflow requirements
Service access from the office for maintenance and inspection

As the build progresses, this page will be updated with framing details, mounting hardware, airflow diagrams, and installation photos.

HVAC Integration

The garage is the anchor point for the entire HVAC system.
The Blueridge outdoor condenser connects to the indoor air handlers in the kitchen and office zones through insulated refrigerant lines routed through the wall cavity.

Short refrigerant line runs for efficiency
Dedicated condensate drain path
Vibration‑isolated mounting pads
Ventilation openings for condenser intake and exhaust

For full HVAC documentation, visit the HVAC System Overview.

Plumbing Integration

The garage is the planned location for the hot water heater.
This placement keeps the heater in a ventilated, serviceable area while minimizing hot water line lengths to the bathroom and kitchen.

Cold water feed from the 50‑gallon tank
Hot water lines routed upward into the bathroom
Forward hot water run to the kitchen sink
Electrical or propane connections (depending on final model)

See the Bathroom Plumbing Master Plan for full routing details.

Electrical Integration

The garage includes several electrical components and routing paths:

120V circuit for the hot water heater (if electric)
Mini‑split condenser power connection
Service loops and access panels
Protected conduit for wiring runs

For full electrical documentation, visit the Electrical System section.

Future Storage & Utility Space

The garage will eventually include modular storage for tools, spare parts, and maintenance supplies.
This space is intentionally left flexible so it can evolve as the build progresses.

Wall‑mounted shelving
Tool storage
Utility bins
Access to wiring, plumbing, and HVAC components