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Cape Cod Home - New Construction
Cape Cod Home - New Construction
Cape Associates, Inc.Cape Associates, Inc.
This home, set at the end of a long, private driveway, is far more than meets the eye. Built in three sections and connected by two breezeways, the home’s setting takes full advantage of the clean ocean air. Set back from the water on an open plot, its lush lawn is bordered by fieldstone walls that lead to an ocean cove. The hideaway calms the mind and spirit, not only by its privacy from the noise of daily life, but through well-chosen elements, clean lines, and a bright, cheerful feel throughout. The interior is show-stopping, covered almost entirely in clear, vertical-grain fir—most of which was source from the same place. From the flooring to the walls, columns, staircases and ceiling beams, this special, tight-grain wood brightens every room in the home. At just over 3,000 feet of living area, storage and smart use of space was a huge consideration in the creation of this home. For example, the mudroom and living room were both built with expansive window seating with storage beneath. Built-in drawers and cabinets can also be found throughout, yet never interfere with the distinctly uncluttered feel of the rooms. The homeowners wanted the home to fit in as naturally as possible with the Cape Cod landscape, and also desired a feeling of virtual seamlessness between the indoors and out, resulting in an abundance of windows and doors throughout. This home has high performance windows, which are rated to withstand hurricane-force winds and impact rated against wind-borne debris. The 24-foot skylight, which was installed by crane, consists of six independently mechanized shades operating in unison. The open kitchen blends in with the home’s great room, and includes a Sub Zero refrigerator and a Wolf stove. Eco-friendly features in the home include low-flow faucets, dual-flush toilets in the bathrooms, and an energy recovery ventilation system, which conditions and improves indoor air quality. Other natural materials incorporated for the home included a variety of stone, including bluestone and boulders. Hand-made ceramic tiles were used for the bathroom showers, and the kitchen counters are covered in granite – eye-catching and long-lasting.
Detached Structures
Detached Structures
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
Photo of a large rural detached barn in Manchester.
Summer Cottage Addition and Renovation in Newport County, RI
Summer Cottage Addition and Renovation in Newport County, RI
SR Fine Home BuildersSR Fine Home Builders
Guest Cottage / Photographer: Robert Brewster Photography / Architect: Matthew McGeorge, McGeorge Architecture Interiors
This is an example of a large country detached guesthouse in Providence.
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Australian houses
Australian houses
Peter Taylor StudioPeter Taylor Studio
Peter Taylor (www.shotglassphotography.com.au)
Photo of a small rural detached garden shed and building in Brisbane.
Garden Shed
Garden Shed
De BiltDe Bilt
This is an example of a classic detached garden shed and building in Los Angeles.
Cottage Perennial
Cottage Perennial
Glenna Partridge Garden DesignGlenna Partridge Garden Design
Shed in cottage perennial garden is used for children's toys and also as a change room for the nearby hot tub. © 2012 Glenna Partridge. All rights reserved.
Southern Living Photos
Southern Living Photos
Southern LivingSouthern Living
Inspiration for a medium sized coastal garden shed and building in Birmingham.
1215 NE THOMPSON ST, PORTLAND OR
1215 NE THOMPSON ST, PORTLAND OR
Dana Austin Griggs | Real Estate GroupDana Austin Griggs | Real Estate Group
BUNGALOW WITH A MODERN TWIST Nestled off the park on a gorgeous Irvington tree lined street sits this meticulously maintained and redesigned Bungalow. A true master suite offers all the musts: walk-in closet vaulted ceiling and spacious private bath. The modern, open kitchen overlooks the lush back yard. Recent updates completed throughout. Located in one of Portland’s top neighborhoods. Contact us for more information about this property at info@danagriggs.com or visit our website at www.DanaGriggs.com
Farmhouse Remodel
Farmhouse Remodel
Gensburg Toniolo Harting ArchitectsGensburg Toniolo Harting Architects
Northbrook Architect, Northfield Architect, North Shore Architect, John Toniolo Architect, Jeff Harting, Custom Home Photo By Michael Robinson
This is an example of a medium sized country detached garden shed in Chicago.
Metrofolia Portfolio
Metrofolia Portfolio
Metrofolia Inc. General ContractorMetrofolia Inc. General Contractor
Design ideas for a farmhouse detached greenhouse in San Francisco.
Shelter Island fisherman's cottage
Shelter Island fisherman's cottage
SchappacherWhite Architecture D.P.C.SchappacherWhite Architecture D.P.C.
pool table, cottage, barn, photography
Inspiration for a coastal garden shed and building in New York.
Roswell Renovation
Roswell Renovation
Yvonne McFadden LLCYvonne McFadden LLC
Jeff Herr Photography
Photo of a beach style detached guesthouse in Atlanta.
Minigan Residence
Minigan Residence
Zimmerman and AssociatesZimmerman and Associates
This is an example of a medium sized farmhouse detached guesthouse in San Francisco.
The Window Box
The Window Box
David Small DesignsDavid Small Designs
Jason Hartog Photography
This is an example of a classic garden shed and building in Toronto.
Workshop Doors
Workshop Doors
Whitten ArchitectsWhitten Architects
photography by Rob Karosis
Design ideas for a country office/studio/workshop in Portland Maine.
Réalisations
Réalisations
UserUser
Bardeaux rd cedar sciés 2
Eclectic garden shed and building in Lyon.
Project in process down the shore!
Project in process down the shore!
LiquidscapesLiquidscapes
Howard Roberts
Traditional detached garden shed and building in New York.
Carmel house Forrest Ave
Carmel house Forrest Ave
Lehman Design StudioLehman Design Studio
This is an example of a traditional office/studio/workshop in San Francisco.
Philadelphia Residence
Philadelphia Residence
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Angle Eye Photography
This is an example of a small classic detached garden shed in Philadelphia.

Garden Shed and Building Ideas and Designs

Our garden sheds and outdoor buildings don’t have to be dumping grounds for tools, bikes, bins and all the extraneous items that haven’t found a home inside the house, instead they can be whole new spaces that you can turn your design eye to, just like any other room of the house. If you’ve lived in a small house or flat with no outside space, you’ll appreciate the added bonus an additional structure can give you. Homeowners across the UK and Ireland are transforming garden sheds, building garden offices and extending their homes to create garden rooms to really make the most of the space we have, because as we know, in some places in the UK and Ireland, space is like gold dust.

Which garden building should I go for?

It always makes sense to work with what you have, so if you have a garden shed already, think about how you could use it if you cleared it out and gave it a lick of paint. If you have nothing to work with apart from space and a budget, then the logical process is to think about what you need the space for. Garden sheds only need to be as big as what you need to store within them, so they could be an easier and cheaper alternative structure to a full garden building if you just need to store garden items, tools and bikes somewhere. If you have loftier ambitions and dream of a garden building that will be an additional living or working area, a separate garden room could be the answer. Large converted garden sheds or purpose built garden rooms can be used for separate work offices, studios, creative spaces, living areas, pool houses and so much more. With luxuries such as wireless internet and underfloor heating, and endless paint and decor options, the possibilities for your garden building are boundless. For the environmentally-conscious, eco-sheds featuring solar panels are an energy-saving solution that could benefit your household, and garden pods – prefabricated pod buildings for use as an office or extra living space – are easy, ready-to-go garden structures that are usually eco-friendly and energy efficient. Working from home often calls for a dedicated home office away from the distractions of the rest of the house, so garden offices or studios offer the ideal set-up: completely separate from the main house but close enough for emergencies, food supplies and bathroom breaks. They will also hopefully offer a peaceful and focused environment in the tranquility of your garden. Buildings in your garden don’t always have to be about practicality. You could let your imagination run wild and escape to the woods with a treehouse, and then your garden would certainly be the envy of all the children in the neighbourhood. Rope walkways, ladders, turrets, slides and firemen's poles are enough to keep any child occupied for hours on end. Even if you don’t have children yourself, an elevated wooden shelter attached to a tree is a good a place as any to enjoy your outdoor space, and isn’t that usually what garden buildings are all about? Besides the extra space they give you; garden rooms, summerhouses and converted garden sheds are wonderful for their location – outside in your garden. When the summer months come around, and we hopefully enjoy some good weather, all you want to do is spend as much time outside and with a garden building it’s possible to do so without compromising on furniture, shelter and all the amenities of indoors.

What design should I choose for my garden shed or garden room?

Sheds come in a full range of materials – metal and plastic garden sheds may prove more durable and weatherproof but classic wooden garden sheds offer the most opportunities for creative expression. If you’re thinking of a bigger structure, and appreciating your garden or outdoor area is important to you, large glass bifold doors can transform your garden room into a light-filled sunroom that opens right out onto your garden. For eco-lovers and those that want to retain a lush garden look, grass covered walls and roofs will help your garden room to blend in with its surroundings or wooden cladding will also give a natural look if you don’t want to to go all out with the grass. When it comes to your interior design, a habitable, high-spec garden room is really no different from any room in your main house, so the decisions will come down to personal style, taste and needs. Whatever outdoor structure you’re thinking of building or converting, be it a garden shed, treehouse, garden office or summerhouse, you’ll be able to find inspiration for all of them by browsing the photos on Houzz. Define your search by area, style or size to find what you want more easily.
Frisco: Brad and Tiffany
Frisco: Brad and Tiffany
Lindsay von HagelLindsay von Hagel
Photo by Lindsay von Hagel © 2012 Houzz
Design ideas for an eclectic guesthouse in Dallas.
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