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Luxury Small Garden Shed and Building Ideas and Designs

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Bespoke Garden Room, Wilmslow, Cheshire
Bespoke Garden Room, Wilmslow, Cheshire
The Swift Organisation LtdThe Swift Organisation Ltd
This gorgeous detached garden room in Wilmslow boasts Indossati flooring, wood panelling, two sets of bi-folding doors with integral blinds, a cloakroom & WC, and exquisite lighting features to complement the beautiful gardens. It was all built and complete in 2 weeks much to our client’s delight, and as with all of our buildings, is highly insulated for year-round use.
Hobbit House
Hobbit House
Camden Grace LLCCamden Grace LLC
This "hobbit house" straight out of Harry Potter Casting houses our client's pool supplies and serves as a changing room- we designed the outdoor furniture using sustainable teak to match the natural stone and fieldstone elements surrounding it
Lucey Tea House
Lucey Tea House
Andrew A. Willett, Architect, PAAndrew A. Willett, Architect, PA
One of my favorite objects I've ever created. Just stunning. The Japanese inspired fence work by the firm as well. Photos by Jay Weiland
Design ideas for a small world-inspired detached garden shed and building in Other.
The Guest House/Garage
The Guest House/Garage
Kitchen & Bath Concepts of PittsburghKitchen & Bath Concepts of Pittsburgh
Craig Thompson Photography KBC Custom Casework
Photo of a small traditional garden shed in Other.
Gewächshaus 'The Chambers'
Gewächshaus 'The Chambers'
Alitex DeutschlandAlitex Deutschland
Aiton - The Chambers L x B x H: 4,1m x 2,6m x 3,0m ≙ 10,5m²/24,5m³ Attraktiv durch den flachen Eingangsgiebel.
Design ideas for a small classic garden shed and building in Frankfurt.
Gate House
Gate House
UserUser
D. Beilman, Private Stowe Alpine Family Retreat
Small traditional detached barn in Boston.
The Modern Scandinavian
The Modern Scandinavian
Fawn Renae DesignsFawn Renae Designs
My clients knew their house didn't match their modern Scandinavian style. Located in South Charlotte in an older, well-established community, Sara and Ash had big dreams for their home. During our virtual consultation, I learned a lot about this couple and their style. Ash is a woodworker and business owner; Sara is a realtor so they needed help pulling a vision together to combine their styles. We looked over their Pinterest boards where I began to envision their mid-century, meets modern, meets Scandinavian, meets Japanese garden, meets Monterey style. I told you I love making each exterior unique to each homeowner! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The backyard was top priority for this family of 4 with a big wish-list. Sara and Ash were looking for a she-shed for Sara’s Peleton workouts, a fire pit area to hangout, and a fun and functional space that was golden doodle-friendly. They also envisioned a custom tree house that Ash would create for their 3-year-old, and an artificial soccer field to burn some energy off. I gave them a vision for the back sunroom area that would be converted into the woodworking shop for Ash to spend time perfecting his craft. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This landscape is very low-maintenance with the rock details, evergreens, and ornamental grasses. My favorite feature is the pops of black river rock that contrasts with the white rock
18 foot luxury English shepherd hut
18 foot luxury English shepherd hut
UserUser
Victoria Schon
Inspiration for a small classic detached guesthouse in Detroit.
Studio Uno
Studio Uno
Mihaly SlocombeMihaly Slocombe
Studio Uno is an unexpected sanctuary for our client Naomi, a full-time carer and mother. Lying behind an established Brunswick terrace, it takes the shape of a meticulously designed Dependent Persons Unit. Naomi lives with her adult daughter, who has very high support needs. The nature of their circumstances means that living together under one roof isn’t always feasible. Naomi needed a certified DPU that met a simple brief: a dismantlable but quality retreat with warm, robust materials and a calming ambience. We’ve packed as much enduring quality and thoughtful design as possible into a compact footprint. Carefully engineered, the dwelling’s lightweight structure and internal linings enable it to be readily disassembled, transported and rebuilt elsewhere. It replaces the fence at the site’s rear, with its upper mass leaning into one corner to minimise impact on the neighbours’ skyscape. Inside, blackbutt timber and hoop pine plywood dominate the palette to create a warm, low-contrast and relaxing environment. The ground floor features dual sliding doors connecting to the courtyard and laneway, with a versatile living area between for retreat, Naomi’s art practice and above all, peacefulness. Lining the wall is a simple kitchenette, cabinetry, and a clever door concealing the bathroom. A staircase leads to the loft bedroom above, made deliberately cosy and secluded by the dwelling’s tapered form. It’s punctured only by a small window to the lane and a skylight above, offering light and ventilation without compromising privacy.
Backyard Sanctuary
Backyard Sanctuary
Schulte Design BuildSchulte Design Build
soundview photography
Inspiration for a small modern garden shed and building in Seattle.
Pool Shed in Georgetown
Pool Shed in Georgetown
Shed VillageShed Village
This is an example of a small contemporary detached garden shed and building in Toronto.
Hô le bel abri de jardin
Hô le bel abri de jardin
Loïc BANCE Paysagiste conseils .Loïc BANCE Paysagiste conseils .
Pas tout à fait maison, plus tout à fait abris, reste un cadre agréable ou flâner les jours d'été. Loic BANCE Paysagiste conseil. paysagiste Pays Basque. Réalisation: Menuiserie IBARGUREN St Jean de Luz.
Backlit Agate
Backlit Agate
HELMAN SECHRIST ArchitectureHELMAN SECHRIST Architecture
Architectural Design by Helman Sechrist Architecture Photography by Marie Kinney Construction by Martin Brothers Contracting, Inc.
Design ideas for a small coastal detached garden shed in Other.
Pool Changing Room
Pool Changing Room
Arch Studio, Inc.Arch Studio, Inc.
Major Remodel and Addition to a Charming French Country Style Home in Willow Glen Architect: Robin McCarthy, Arch Studio, Inc. Construction: Joe Arena Construction Photography by Mark Pinkerton Photography by Mark Pinkerton
Garden Sheds
Garden Sheds
ShedsPAShedsPA
Adding the garden shed package to any structure creates a beautiful workshop for any property.
Inspiration for a small farmhouse detached office/studio/workshop in Philadelphia.
The Modern Scandanavian
The Modern Scandanavian
Fawn Renae DesignsFawn Renae Designs
My clients knew their house didn't match their modern Scandinavian style. Located in South Charlotte in an older, well-established community, Sara and Ash had big dreams for their home. During our virtual consultation, I learned a lot about this couple and their style. Ash is a woodworker and business owner; Sara is a realtor so they needed help pulling a vision together to combine their styles. We looked over their Pinterest boards where I began to envision their mid-century, meets modern, meets Scandinavian, meets Japanese garden, meets Monterey style. I told you I love making each exterior unique to each homeowner! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The backyard was top priority for this family of 4 with a big wish-list. Sara and Ash were looking for a she-shed for Sara’s Peleton workouts, a fire pit area to hangout, and a fun and functional space that was golden doodle-friendly. They also envisioned a custom tree house that Ash would create for their 3-year-old, and an artificial soccer field to burn some energy off. I gave them a vision for the back sunroom area that would be converted into the woodworking shop for Ash to spend time perfecting his craft. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This landscape is very low-maintenance with the rock details, evergreens, and ornamental grasses. My favorite feature is the pops of black river rock that contrasts with the white rock
SMALLisSMART HOUSE
SMALLisSMART HOUSE
Architects Fulton + SalomonArchitects Fulton + Salomon
A one bedroom house in a 40 ft HC shipping container.
Photo of a small contemporary garden shed and building in Geelong.
18 foot luxury English shepherd hut
18 foot luxury English shepherd hut
UserUser
Victoria Schon
Small traditional detached guesthouse in Detroit.
Hô le bel abri de jardin
Hô le bel abri de jardin
Loïc BANCE Paysagiste conseils .Loïc BANCE Paysagiste conseils .
Et regarder pousser les roses le temps d'une pause et avant la nuit tombée mettre en place les appliques entreposaient... Loic BANCE Paysagiste conseil. paysagiste Pays Basque. Réalisation: Menuiserie IBARGUREN St Jean de Luz.
Lucey Tea House
Lucey Tea House
Andrew A. Willett, Architect, PAAndrew A. Willett, Architect, PA
Photos by Jay Weiland
Design ideas for a small world-inspired detached garden shed and building in Other.

Luxury Small 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.
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