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.
Michelle Collins and her garden room
Actress Michelle Collins has a contemporary garden room at the bottom of her North London garden, which she calls ‘My Haven’
Easy Pads the adaptable foundation system
The EasyPad by Quick Base Solutions has been widely adopted by the garden room suppliers and many self builders, it can be used in a variety of situations.
Garden Room Buyers Beware
The garden room industry is made up of talented professionals who are dedicated to their customers, but there are a few rogues appearing. We want to make you aware of what to look out for.
Jobs in the garden room industry
Working in the garden room industry is a very enjoyable experience, Green Retreats are looking for someone to join their growing team – could that be you?
What Does Cedar Cladding Look Like as It Ages?
Western Red Cedar cladding transitions from reddish-brown to silver-grey over time, offering a natural aesthetic. UV-protective oil slows this process, maintaining its original hue. This Sanctum Garden Studios project highlights the contrast between fresh and weathered cedar finishes.
5 Crazy Uses For Sheds
The humble shed; usually the home of old garden tools, broken pots and unused paint. But in this day and age, when space is at a premium, why not utilise your garden shed and do something really interesting with it?
Garden Room Construction Team Wanted
The garden room industry is growing at a rapid pace, and one leading supplier is looking for an experienced on site construction team to assemble their buildings.
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 […]
