Bespoke Garden Office with Outdoor Seating Area
First Published: 9 June 2021
Refreshed: 21 October 2024
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This impressive garden office, complete with an outdoor seating area, was commissioned by an international lawyer looking to bring their intense workload closer to the tranquillity of their beautiful garden. Designed and built by the Brighton-based A Room in the Garden, the result perfectly meets the brief.
In addition to creating a professional workspace, the client wanted a space for relaxation and a sheltered seating area where they could enjoy the garden and large pond, or entertain friends.
Garden Office with Ample Glazing
A strong connection between the office and the garden was a key requirement for this project. A Room in the Garden achieved this by incorporating extensive full-height glazing into the design.
A large set of bi-fold doors has been positioned in front of the desk area, offering unobstructed views of the garden when fully opened.
On either side of the bi-fold doors, glazed corners have been created with a combination of fixed windows and doors. These glazed corners beautifully frame multiple views of the garden, adding a distinctive design feature.
Covered Outdoor Seating with Feature Wall
This garden office isn’t just about work—it also includes a spacious outdoor seating area with a roof to extend its usability. This type of covered seating, positioned alongside a fully insulated garden room, has become increasingly popular in recent years, offering a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle.
One of the corner doors opens directly onto this seating area, providing easy movement between the office and relaxation spaces.
As seen in the photos, the ceiling and one wall of the seating area have been clad with narrow Western Red Cedar boards, which look fantastic.
A feature wall on the rear of the seating area has been created using Italian outdoor wallpaper. The wallpaper’s colours blend wonderfully with the natural reddish-brown tones of the Cedar.
The outdoor seating area is also equipped for evening use, thanks to exterior lighting. Recessed downlights have been installed in the Cedar-clad ceiling, complemented by wall lights, creating a warm and inviting ambience.
Bespoke Office Storage
In addition to designing the building itself, A Room in the Garden also created bespoke storage solutions for the interior. Given the large amount of paperwork and files a lawyer accumulates, the storage has been carefully designed to accommodate these needs efficiently.
30m Bridge Leading to the Garden Room
The journey between the house and the garden office has been enhanced by a 30m long bridge and walkway. This dedicated path allows the owners to fully appreciate their garden as they head to work while keeping their shoes mud-free. The walkway leads seamlessly into the decking in front of the office.
Learn More
This is truly a remarkable project. To learn more about A Room in the Garden's work, give them a call on 01273 807 077 or visit their website at aroominthegarden.co.uk.
