Appliance garage is a catch-all term used for customized countertop compartments that hold and conceal large appliances. These compartments contain electric outlets so the appliances don’t need to be moved in order to be used.

Appliance garages are usually made to seamlessly match the cabinets and drawers around them, but aren’t usually included in cabinet plans. They need to be added as a customized feature.

People use appliance garages to house their coffee makers, microwaves, blenders, and other large, movable appliances.