Garden Room Projects We've been exploring
Since 2009, we have been writing articles about garden rooms, 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.
Spacious garden room designed for a small garden
A Room in the Garden skillfully turned a compact space into a dual-purpose garden room that serves as both a home office and a sitting area. Using a bespoke angled wall design, they maximised internal space without overwhelming the garden. This unique layout not only enhances the room’s functionality but also makes it a visual highlight of the garden.
Basebox: Cost-effective garden rooms by Green Retreats
If you’re in search of a fully-insulated garden room that doesn’t break the bank, look no further than the Basebox range from Green Retreats. Basebox offers a unique blend of affordability and low-maintenance durability in a value-engineered garden pod. With ten versatile sizes to choose from, there’s a Basebox to suit every garden.
The Curved range by Warwick Buildings
Warwick Buildings offers several unique designs for customers looking to extend their living space with an outdoor room. One of our favourites amongst their portfolio of designs is the Curved Range – a charming alternative to the conventional flat roof, cubist designs on the market.
Sanctum Garden Studios offer four ranges
Sanctum Garden Studios offer four distinct ranges that cater to a variety of design styles and price points. Each building is manufactured in their workshops and delivered to site in sections for assembly by their in-house team. Typically this takes just two days.
As a special promotion for readers of The Garden Room Guide, any studio ordered for installation before the end of August 2023 will receive a £500 discount.
Self-contained teenager’s den in the garden
Navigating their path towards adulthood, teenagers often crave a personal space for socialising, studying, and unwinding. A garden room caters perfectly to these needs, offering a haven close to but distinct from the family home. Choosing a design compliant with Building Regulations enhances its appeal further, enabling it to double as a sleepover spot.
Garden office with concealed storeroom
A bespoke garden office with a hidden storage room by Garden Spaces. You can choose the division of space for the two rooms. The office features a high-spec plastered and decorated interior, while the storeroom features a highly durable OSB finish.
Old garage to multifunction garden room with shower
Executive Garden Rooms designed and built this multifunctional garden room on the site of an old garage. Their client’s vision was a versatile space serving as a home office, family room, and guest accommodation.
Garden Spaces bring complex projects to life
Garden Spaces has built a strong reputation for embracing complex bespoke design projects that many garden room companies shy away from. Often, working within the confines of existing planning approval or irregular-shaped sites can be daunting, but for Garden Spaces, such projects are opportunities to showcase their expertise and creativity.
This golf simulator and cinema room project presented numerous challenges along the path to completion. With their expertise, Garden Spaces surmounted these obstacles while fully maintaining the client’s original vision.
Ultra by Smart Modular Buildings
We’ve been exploring the Ultra range by Smart Modular Buildings. Standing out with its striking aesthetic of floating Cedar panels offset by a black framework, doors, and window frames, the Ultra range offers a blend of style and practicality.
The Ultra comes in more than 60 sizes with lots of flexibility to customise the layout of doors and windows.
The Elegance of Birch Plywood Garden Room Interiors
Birch plywood, with its distinctive grain and warm honey tones, is a signature element in mid-century, Scandinavian, and Japanese interior design aesthetics. Its versatility, durability, and unique charm make it a sought-after choice for individuals wishing to incorporate these stylish influences into their homes. If you’re aiming to replicate this look in your garden room, then Miniature Manors is the team to talk to.
The Elegance by Warwick Buildings
Warwick Buildings have recently introduced a new addition to their extensive portfolio of garden room designs: The Elegance. Boasting a contemporary cubed roofline and a recessed front wall, which creates a distinctive porch detail, seamlessly blending style and functionality. The Elegance is available in a variety of sizes, starting from a compact 2.6m x 2.4m to a spacious 6.2m wide x 3.6m, with prices from just £13,000.
A Spotlight on Crusoe Garden Rooms
When considering a garden room, try to envision its versatility beyond the daytime hours. By incorporating exterior lighting into your design, you not only extend the functionality of your building into the evening but also create a stylish focal point in your garden. Crusoe Garden Rooms Limited understands this concept, exterior lighting is an integral part of their design process.
Super mini garden rooms
We have found 8 of the smallest garden room pods on the market. All are 1.8m/6ft deep or less but big enough for one worker.
Unusual uses for a garden room
A garden room is a versatile space that can transform your home and garden into a hub of creativity, wellness, and tranquility, as well as providing the more usual functionality of a light-filled space which acts as a living room or dining room.
Garden studios are perfect for crafting
If you are a crafter, having a dedicated space to unleash your creativity can make all the difference. This 3m x 2.4m building by Sanctum Garden Studios is a great example of a garden craft room.
Unlike other types of garden buildings, such as sheds or summerhouses. Garden studios are fully insulated and double-glazed, meaning you can comfortably use them throughout the year. Regardless of the season or weather conditions, you can escape to your creative sanctuary and immerse yourself in your craft without limitations.
Swift Unlimited’s project management skills help “Challenge Anneka”
Leading bespoke garden annexe design company Swift Unlimited is making headlines as they participate in the charity television show “Challenge Anneka.”
Garden room with wrap-around glazing
Most garden room designers tend to stick to standard rectangular windows when incorporating wrap-around floor-to-ceiling glazing into their designs. However, Bridge Garden Rooms stands out from the crowd by offering angled windows on the side elevation, adding a unique touch of character and style to the space.
Sonic Box Studios
When it comes to playing music or recording a podcast or video, having a acoustically sound space is essential. That’s where Sonic Box Studios comes in. Sonic Box Studios is a specialist soundproof garden studio range created by the team at Miniature Manors, which offers a unique solution for musicians, podcasters, and anyone needing a quiet, dedicated space to work or play.
35+ years of experience goes into every Warwick Building
Warwick Buildings is one of the longest-established names in the garden room industry, having been in business for over 35 years. They offer a wide range of garden room designs, including both contemporary and traditional styles, as well as dual-pitched, mono-pitched and curved roof designs. Whether you’re looking for a space to work, relax, or entertain, Warwick Buildings has a garden room to suit your needs and style.
With sizes starting from 2.6m x 2.4m and prices from £9,000, Warwick Buildings’ garden rooms are an accessible and affordable way to expand your living space. They also offer flexible finance options to spread the cost of your building, making it even easier to achieve your dream garden room.
L-shaped one bed granny annexe
Bespoke L-shaped granny annexe built by Annexe Spaces. Featuring a U-shaped kitchen, a double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, and an en-suite shower room. The exterior is clad in durable materials for a sleek, modern finish that is easy to maintain.
Annexe Spaces’ One Stop Shop service makes the entire building process stress-free, handling all aspects of the project from initial design to handing over the keys to the finished home.
Composite and Cedar claddings work well together
A recent Instagram post by Modern Garden Rooms caught our eye, showcasing their Concave range garden room with a stylish combination of composite wood cladding and Western Red Cedar cladding. This project is an excellent example of how combining different cladding finishes can create a unique and striking look for a garden room. While many people choose one finish or the other, this project demonstrates the potential for mixing materials to create a more visually interesting and personalised aesthetic.
Versatile garden room for all the family
This recent project by Executive Garden Rooms is an excellent example of how a garden room can be designed to create a flexible and functional space that caters to the needs of the whole family. The building sits on a footprint of 7.8m x 4.5m, providing ample space for multiple uses. It features a well-specified shower room and a kitchenette, making it an ideal space for guests.