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Guesthouse Ideas and Designs

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DADU
DADU
SHKS ArchitectsSHKS Architects
Benjamin Benschneider To maximize the openness of the interior space, only the bathroom is enclosed.
Photo of a small classic detached guesthouse in Seattle.
Calistoga Barn
Calistoga Barn
Paul Kelley ArchitecturePaul Kelley Architecture
Inspiration for a large traditional detached guesthouse in San Francisco.
Doonan - Sunshine Coast
Doonan - Sunshine Coast
Avalon Granny FlatsAvalon Granny Flats
Real Property Photography (Renae Young)
Inspiration for a modern detached guesthouse in Sunshine Coast.
The Belford
The Belford
Cubitt's Granny Flats and Home ExtensionsCubitt's Granny Flats and Home Extensions
Designer’s Dream Guesthouse The popular two bed, two bath Belford is one of our sought-after designs in the Custom Collection. With a timeless wide front porch spanning the width of the Granny Flat, this design blends classic and contemporary styles together seamlessly. A fantastic use of space, the two bedrooms both with built- ins are situated at either end of the home with access to their own bathrooms, offering space and privacy for guests or tenants. The large open plan kitchen and living area is the centre of the home, providing ample amounts of storage and bench space and the perfect space for entertaining, cooking and sharing time with friends and loved ones.
East Fremantle Studio
East Fremantle Studio
Mt EykMt Eyk
Jessica Mountain
This is an example of a small urban detached guesthouse in Perth.
The Shepherds Hut
The Shepherds Hut
Pete Helme PhotographyPete Helme Photography
Small shabby-chic style guesthouse in Other.
Outdoor Storage Structures
Outdoor Storage Structures
The Barn Door LLCThe Barn Door LLC
10'x14' – With Dormer - VINYL Roof: Dual Black Trim: Black Siding: Ivory Options: Classic Vent, Classic Flower Boxes, Sunrise Windows, Painted Doors
Inspiration for a small classic detached guesthouse in Philadelphia.
Teton Valley Residence
Teton Valley Residence
Yellowstone TraditionsYellowstone Traditions
Peter Zimmerman Architects // Peace Design // Audrey Hall Photography
Inspiration for a rustic detached guesthouse in Other.
She Shed
She Shed
Pippin Home Designs, IncPippin Home Designs, Inc
Design ideas for a small bohemian detached guesthouse in Charlotte.
Custom Cambria Shed with Shingles
Custom Cambria Shed with Shingles
A Place To GrowA Place To Grow
This is an example of a medium sized classic detached guesthouse in San Luis Obispo.
10x12 Poolside Retreat & Living Space
10x12 Poolside Retreat & Living Space
Studio Shed - Live Large. Build Small.Studio Shed - Live Large. Build Small.
This 10x12 Poolside hang out area features our FullLite™ all glass front, "Bronze" colored metal trim package, painted eaves and our Lifestyle Interior. All shipped, delivered and installed for you.
Westport Garden Cottage
Westport Garden Cottage
Paul Maue Associates Landscape ArchitectsPaul Maue Associates Landscape Architects
This garden storage cottage is viewed in the landscape from the house and has a setting that encourages a stroll to see the Summer perennials as well as the small vegetable garden set off to the side.
Southern Eclectic Cottage
Southern Eclectic Cottage
Folkway Design & Wares Co.Folkway Design & Wares Co.
Photography: Jen Burner Photography
This is an example of a large country detached guesthouse in New Orleans.
Upper Saucon Township
Upper Saucon Township
Chestnut Hill Landscape ContractorsChestnut Hill Landscape Contractors
Design ideas for a small classic detached guesthouse in Philadelphia.
Knights Valley Residence
Knights Valley Residence
Turnbull Griffin HaesloopTurnbull Griffin Haesloop
Design ideas for a small rustic detached guesthouse in San Francisco.
Boathouse
Boathouse
Teaselwood DesignTeaselwood Design
Lake House Guest house
Small classic detached guesthouse in Burlington.
Calistoga Barn
Calistoga Barn
Paul Kelley ArchitecturePaul Kelley Architecture
Large classic detached guesthouse in San Francisco.
The Cottage
The Cottage
Beachy Barns LTDBeachy Barns LTD
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional detached guesthouse in Columbus.
Kravig Garden Building
Kravig Garden Building
Tod Drescher ArchitectureTod Drescher Architecture
Green roof in full sun is harder than in the shade. Sterilized shale is used here over slightly sloped rubber membrane with sedum plants plugged into shale and then watered with drip irrigation for first two summers depending on rain amount. Garden fence holds back deer, rabbits and ground hogs. Roof scuppers provide water to the butterfly garden. Raised beds mean less bending over and better weed control. tkd
Great Design Plants
Great Design Plants
Le jardinetLe jardinet
In fall the warm foliage of the paperbark maple plays beautifully of the cedar siding od this rustic garden cabin Le jardinet
Photo of a rustic detached guesthouse in Seattle.

Guesthouse 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.
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