# The Tool Scout

> The garage & workshop transformation hub. Expert guides and the AI Garage Designer tool for garages, workshops, sheds, man caves, she sheds, and home gyms.

## About

The Tool Scout is a home improvement resource focused on garage, workshop, and shed transformations. Founded by Michael McDonnell, a mechanical engineer with over a decade of hands-on construction and fabrication experience.

The site covers seven project types: Garage Makeover, Workshop Setup, Man Cave, She Shed, Garage Gym, Shed Office, and Garage Storage. Content includes comprehensive planning guides, cost breakdowns, tool and product comparisons, layout ideas, and step-by-step how-to articles.

The flagship product is the AI Garage Designer — a free tool that analyses garage photos and generates personalised transformation plans with product recommendations.

## Site Structure

- Homepage: https://thetoolscout.com/
- AI Garage Designer: https://thetoolscout.com/garage-designer
- About: https://thetoolscout.com/about

### Content Pillars (Hub Pages)

- Garage Makeover: https://thetoolscout.com/garage-makeover
- Workshop Setup: https://thetoolscout.com/workshop-setup
- Man Cave: https://thetoolscout.com/man-cave
- She Shed: https://thetoolscout.com/she-shed
- Garage Gym: https://thetoolscout.com/garage-gym
- Shed Office: https://thetoolscout.com/shed-office
- Garage Storage: https://thetoolscout.com/garage-storage

Each hub page links to 5-12 supporting articles covering planning, buying guides, cost breakdowns, ideas, and how-to content.

## Content Details

- 62 published articles across 7 content pillars
- All content is written or reviewed by Michael McDonnell
- Articles include comparison tables, cost charts, zone layout diagrams, and step-by-step guides
- Product recommendations include Amazon affiliate links with full disclosure
- All content is dated 2026 and regularly updated

## Contact

- Website: https://thetoolscout.com
- Contact: https://thetoolscout.com/contact