Garden Room with Shed Built Within Three Boundaries
First Published: 14 October 2022
Refreshed: 18 November 2024
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This stylish garden room, complete with a hidden storage shed by Hargreaves Garden Spaces, has been expertly designed to maximise the end of the garden. It fits snugly between three boundary fences, making optimal use of the available space.
Efficient Use of Space Along Boundaries
When building a garden room, it’s essential to leave enough space along the boundaries for wall panel installation and future cladding maintenance. Hargreaves Garden Spaces has perfected a system that keeps this space to a minimum, as seen in these images.
Typically, 400–500mm of clearance is required around the structure. However, the Hargreaves team assesses the specific needs during their site survey. Their innovative installation process means that clearance is not always necessary on all sides. For this project, space was only required along the rear elevation and one side, allowing the garden room to fit neatly within the confines of the boundary fences.
This clever design results in a 4m x 3m garden room with an integrated storage area, perfectly proportioned for the available space.
A Garden Room with Stylish Sloping Cheek Detail
One key feature of the Windsor range is its sloping cheek detail on the roof’s front overhang. This elegant design frames the front of the building, creating a welcoming entrance.
A practical addition to the canopy detail is the option for LED downlights, which create a soft curtain of light across the front of the garden room—perfect for evenings in the garden.
The canopy highlights the entrance doors leading into both the main room and the hidden storage area. Aluminium three-leaf bi-folding doors fold neatly to one side, stacking next to the sloping cheek. When open, they create a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
Look closely, and you’ll notice the cleverly disguised door to the storage shed, seamlessly integrated into the Cedar cladding. The door is virtually invisible thanks to the precise craftsmanship and matching cladding.
Two Rooms, Two Interior Finishes
This garden room features two spaces finished to different specifications:
- Main Room: A premium plastered and decorated finish with laminate flooring, creating a polished, comfortable living space.
- Storage Area: A durable OSB-lined interior, providing a practical surface for shelving and other storage solutions.
A Blend of Western Red Cedar and British Cedar Cladding
The exterior cladding combines two types of Cedar for a striking yet practical finish:
- Western Red Cedar: Used for the front elevation, its rich reddish-brown hue provides a luxurious appearance.
- British Cedar: Applied to the other elevations, its honey tones and prominent grain pattern create a natural aesthetic.
Both materials are highly durable and weather-resistant. British Cedar, being more cost-effective, is a smart choice for elevations less visible from the garden.
Comprehensive Service with Electrical Hook-Up Included
Hargreaves Garden Spaces managed the entire project from start to finish. This included installing ground screw foundations and connecting the garden room’s electrics to the main house. Unlike many other companies that leave the final electrical connection for the homeowner to organise, Hargreaves takes care of everything, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
Learn More
To learn more about this project, chat with the Hargreaves Garden Spaces team on 07584 626 911 or email: info@hgspaces.co.uk. Explore the Hargreaves Garden Spaces website to learn more about their outdoor living solutions.
