This might contribute in a big way to the economic dynamism and entrepreneurship culture of the United States (and not just in tech/silicon valley). The garage

This might contribute in a big way to the economic dynamism and entrepreneurship culture of the United States (and not just in tech/silicon valley). The garage (and excess/sub-standard space generally) is a big component of American housing and explicitly included in houses and touted as a selling point. Not true in Europe and other parts of the world, where excess space can be a rarity or is improved to be living area.