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Sheds - Storage Building - Carports
Sheds - Storage Building - Carports
Backyard Billy's Patio & Fireplace Inc.Backyard Billy's Patio & Fireplace Inc.
1880 Farmhouse
1880 Farmhouse
AHG InteriorsAHG Interiors
Nick Glimenakis
Exteriors
Exteriors
Grant Ritchie PhotographyGrant Ritchie Photography
Grant Ritchie
Elmley Nature Reserve
Elmley Nature Reserve
Fable & BaseFable & Base
Stunning Shepherd hut at Elmley Nature Reserve we were commissioned to design and print fabric inspired by the local botanics.Fable & Base designed us these stunning fabrics for these bespoke cushions and curtains. Prints inspired by phragmite reeds & the sea meadow. https://www.elmleynaturereserve.co.uk/huts/the-saltbox Photo credit- Neil Brown Beamtwenty3
Gilbert Pool House
Gilbert Pool House
Bowerbird Design LLCBowerbird Design LLC
Snake River Project
Snake River Project
JLF & Associates, Inc.JLF & Associates, Inc.
Audrey Hall
Exteriors
Exteriors
Jeff Herr PhotographyJeff Herr Photography
© Jeff Herr Photo
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.
The Mews
The Mews
Anima Lunar CollectiveAnima Lunar Collective
In the renovation for a family mews, ALC met the clients need for a home to escape to. A little space where the client can tune in, wind down and connect with the beautiful surrounding landscape. This small home of 25m2 fits in everything the clients wanted to achieve from the space and more. The property is a perfect example of smart use of harmonised space as ALC designed and though through each detail in the property. The home includes details such as a bespoke headboard that has a retractable lighting and side table to allow for access to storage. The kitchen also integrates additional storage through bespoke cabinetry, this is key in such a small property. Drawing in qualities from the surrounding landscape ALC was able to deepen the client’s connection with the beautiful surrounding landscape, drawing the outside in through thoughtful colour and material choice. ALC designed an intimate seating area at the back of the home to further strengthen the clients relationship with the outdoors, this also extends the social area of the home maximising on the available space.
Garden house
Garden house
Black and Milk | Interior Design | LondonBlack and Milk | Interior Design | London
For the full portfolio, see https://blackandmilk.co.uk/interior-design-portfolio/
Contemporary Granny Flat
Contemporary Granny Flat
Cubitt's Granny Flats and Home ExtensionsCubitt's Granny Flats and Home Extensions
Two bedroom modern granny flat
Tiny Home - 210 Square Feet
Tiny Home - 210 Square Feet
Suncrest Home BuildersSuncrest Home Builders
210 Square Foot tiny home designed, built, and furnished by Suncrest Home Builders. Features ample closet space, highly efficient functional kitchen, remote-controlled adjustable bed, gateleg table for eating or laptop work, full bathroom, and in-unit laundry. This space is perfect for a mother-in-law suite, Airbnb, or efficiency rental. We love small spaces and would love todesign and build an accessory unit just for you!
modern ADU in san francisco
modern ADU in san francisco
building Lab, inc.building Lab, inc.
At the site level, our first priority is to remove all the existing clutters (such as a light well, stairs and level changes) in order to create a unified outdoor space that serves both the ADU and the main residence. With a total interior space of 14'X24', we aimed to create maximum efficiency by finding the optimal proportions for the rooms, and by locating all fixtures and appliances linearly along the long back wall. All white cabinets with stainless steel appliances and hardware, as well as the overall subdued material palette are essential in creating a modern simplicity. Other highlights include a curbless shower entry and a wall-hung toilet. The small but comfortable bath is suffused with natural light thanks to a generous skylight. The overall effect is a tranquil retreat carved out from a dense and somewhat chaotic urban block in one of San Francisco's most busy and vibrant neighborhoods.
1 Bedroom granny flat on sloped block
1 Bedroom granny flat on sloped block
Cubitt's Granny Flats and Home ExtensionsCubitt's Granny Flats and Home Extensions
One bedroom granny flat on sloped block
Studio Guest Apartment
Studio Guest Apartment
Cindy Fox Miller and AssociatesCindy Fox Miller and Associates
The Guest Apartment Studio is above the center aisle & features a small kitchenette with seating for 4 and full bathroom along with views of the entire property!
The Lodge
The Lodge
UserUser
One of our most popular designs is The Loft. Built to blend beautifully against the Australian backdrop, maximizing views and solar efficiency, most popular for downsizing or first home builders.
Maroubra Granny Flat Project
Maroubra Granny Flat Project
Wishbone ConstructionsWishbone Constructions
Outdoor Shower
Portland Teahouse ADU
Portland Teahouse ADU
SQFT Studios LLC & SQFT Studios Architecture LLCSQFT Studios LLC & SQFT Studios Architecture LLC
Living/Dining/Kitchen/Bedroom = Studio ADU! Photo by: Peter Chee Photography
Mount Pleasant Granny Flat
Mount Pleasant Granny Flat
Sassall Group Pty LtdSassall Group Pty Ltd
Lindenau Images
Modern-Shed Tiny Home Airbnb
Modern-Shed Tiny Home Airbnb
Modern-ShedModern-Shed
Arla Shephard Bull

Detached 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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