a room or unfinished space directly beneath the roof of a building
bought a charming Victorian house with a garret that she hoped to turn into a writing room
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Recent Examples of garretsAbout 10 years ago, Louboutin bought more garrets next to his apartment.—
Dana Thomas,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
The plan could include more efficiency programs, like curtailing data center operations on hot days and paying residential customers to insulate their attics.
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John Lippert,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Oct. 2026
Ensure proper ventilation in basements, attics, and crawl spaces.