Garden Room & Annexe Projects We've Been Exploring
Since 2009, we have been writing articles about garden rooms and annexes, showcasing the versatility of these high-spec, insulated garden buildings. We aim to inform buyers of their options and showcase the work of garden room companies, large and small.
The writing is on the wall
A few months ago we wrote about a Manchester based business which had brought a garden room from Green Retreats that they were going to use as a coffee shop. We thought this was a great idea, so we backed the project on Kickstarter and our reward was to have our name written on the […]
Quick Base, the new garden room foundation system
A new pad foundation for garden rooms has launched. Different from other designs because it sits within the floor frame
New look for Work From Home Wisdom
Our friends over at Work From Home Wisdom have recently launched a fresh new website, and we recommend anyone planning to work from a garden room or office takes a look.
What’s the difference between a conservatory and a garden room?
Wondering what the difference is between a conservatory and a garden room? This guest post explains the differences
Garden Gym with Secure Storage
Garden Spaces created a custom garden gym with secure storage, uniquely designed around a mature tree. Expertly integrating the tree within the structure, the design respects tree preservation needs, ensuring root protection and longevity.
Buy a garden room fit for bad weather
The weather is bad, isn’t it? But, a well built garden room stand up to the extremes of British weather if you give some thought to aspects of the design.
Soundproof Garden Rooms
Many people choose a garden room for use as a music room, but if you need a soundproof room chat to acoustic specialist Amadeus about their outdoor music rooms
60 year old garden room
Bathstone Garden Rooms are one of the few garden room suppliers who undertake restoration work, and they have recently restored this garden room which has been around for decades.
Another small studio in a tight space
The Stealth from Sanctum Garden Studios is not only one of the most cost effective garden studios, its also ideal in tight spaces
Another Green Retreat
This example of a Pinnacle garden room from Green Retreats is being used as a teacher training facility at a nursery school, garden rooms really do have many uses!
Executive Garden Rooms Feedback
Testimonials from customers are a good indication of the service you can expect from a garden room supplier, Linda Makins from London offers her opinion of working with Executive Garden Rooms:
Custom Built Garden Studio
Designer Carey Marks kindly shares his custom design garden studio – we have to admit we’re rather envious of it!
eDEN come to the rescue
A garden room owner had a problem with their room that their supplier wouldn’t fix but eDEN Garden Rooms came to the rescue
Insurance Packages for Garden Room Owners
Once you’re new garden room is installed in your garden, your next job is to make sure it is fully insured and protected. People’s first thought is to ring their current insurers and add the room to their policy, but sometimes its not as simple as that, and you find that your current insurer wont cover your garden room.
Doors, a sticky situation
Its rained a lot recently, hasn’t it? And, because of it here at Garden Room HQ we have developed a condition called Sticky Door Syndrome! So, we thought it was an appropriate time to mention this, as it can effect some garden room owners! The condition only occurs in those who have timber doors on […]
Does your garden room come with flooring?
Does your chosen garden room come with a final floor covering? Not all garden rooms do especially budget models, but fear not, its not too much of a problem
Cedar Shingle Roofs
With a trend for planning permission friendly flat roof garden rooms you don’t see that many cedar shingle roofed garden rooms these days, we spotted this one recently on our travels and think it looks lovely!
Insuring a Garden Room or Office
How to insure a garden room or office is a regular question asked, the big online insurance companies don’t like them because they are made from wood, but there is a solution
Garden Room Exterior Lighting
Don’t forget exterior lighting when designing your garden room, its an often overlooked but important feature.
Outdoor Dining Room
Create a unique entertaining space in your garden with an outdoor dining room – nobody will forget your dinner parties!
Create Indoor Outdoor Space With A Garden Room
When thinking about your garden room project dont forget the area around you garden room, this way you will get two living spaces for the price of one!
Need a shed but want a garden room?
The need for a storage shed but the desire for a garden room for use as a home office, home gym or granny annex is a common problem, but it’s a misconception that the need for one must stop you having the other!
