Isn't this the most idyllic garden room with a mini sheltered porch to boot? The pitched roof and cottage-style windows make this panelled pavilion a spacious hobby room, office or summer house that's picture-perfect. Created by Crane Garden Buildings, you can customise the design from the type of exterior weatherboard to paint colours and fixtures and fittings.
This outdoor dome is probably the coolest modern garden room you could own. The 'fatpod' by award-winning creators, Archipod is contemporary and innovative. Made to order, you can have it fully set up for a home office with underfloor heating, custom lighting and desk options. It might be futuristic inside but the cedar wood cladding tiles make it a natural masterpiece that blends beautifully into any garden.
If budget is no object, this impressive glass structure by Outdoor Modular Spaces will create a stunning focal point and draw the eye in any contemporary garden. Mixed materials of anthracite grey cladding, aluminium profiling, and decorative cedar wood panels make this large yet chic outdoor lounge bar luxurious both outside and in.
This unique ornamental green garden room has intriguing vintage looks yet is made from the most up-to-date materials. Designed by Architect Ben Allen, this glorious garden room is a work of striking hexagonal architecture that is "designed to exude the playfulness of a folly". The patterned green tile cladding is intended to camouflage the building in its natural surroundings, but we think it looks pretty cool too.
Mix modern and industrial with a shipping container garden room fitted with luxurious finishes. The basic unit has been given a makeover by Garden Retreats, with the glossy paint job on the corrugated roof, glorious wooden panels and glazed sliding doors that open wide onto the patio area.
Black is a current trend both internally and externally right now so this charcoal-toned garden room will make a cutting edge and fashionable addition to a landscaped or urban garden design. Look closer and you will see this modern garden building by ATT Fabrications is made from composite cladding rather than real timber so should be maintenance-free too.
Turn your outdoor room into an actual part of the garden's greenery, literally, by adding a meadow grass or sedum roof. Sedum is an evergreen, low growing plant that requires little maintenance so is ideal for hard to access places. For even more impact finish with a leafy living wall to help the building blend perfectly into its surroundings, like this one from eDen.
Relocate your makeshift home office from the kitchen table into your own designated space in the garden. What could be better than a quick morning commute across the lawn into a calming light-filled outdoor room? This mini log cabin design comes with lots of glazing and is good for a budget build.
This cube-shaped Ecospace WorkPod slots seamlessly into urban gardens and has a few clever design tricks both internally and externally. Inside there is room for a hot desk and a sleeping bunk for house guests. Outside the sleek slated cedar wood is renowned for its durability while a viewing window lets in plenty of light.
This alfresco bar is sure to be a big hit in warmer months. This design has a pull-down hatch so when the weather turns it can become a handy storage shed for the colder months.
Enjoy the best of both worlds with an outdoor cabin that includes a sheltered terrace. On one side a tiny room with French doors is just big enough for a cosy home office, while to the right a roofed terrace can be used for relaxing in the fresh air or perhaps even a business meeting?
A fully glazed wall will allow plenty of natural light into your garden room. Whether you use it for a garden office, hobby room or even a gym the abundance of natural light will make it feel bright and spacious. Extra fan light windows will keep the small area ventilated while tongue-and-groove boarding will offer a natural and warm feel for year-round use.
Blur the boundaries between inside and out with a beautiful garden studio filled with lush greenery. A white backdrop and soft grey furniture will make the foliage pop and create a calming environment. A practical sink will keep paintbrushes clean and a mini stove for tea breaks is a must.
If your outdoor room is positioned to overlook your garden then add in a comfortable corner sofa to enjoy the view. Choose weatherproof furniture such as rattan and wicker to continue the outdoor theme and cushions made from hardwearing materials such as canvas will be tough and rustic for garden living.
Missing the gym? Why not create your own workout space in the comfort of your own home. Install floor-to-ceiling mirrors along the back wall of your home gym and fit interlocking rubber tiles on the floor, then simply add your equipment of choice!
Enhance your outdoor way of life with a garden canopy. This outdoor room without walls is perfect for warmer climates as it offers the best of both worlds. The pergola-style structure will define an area and create shelter without comprising on the sense of space or enjoying good weather. For chilly nights look for designs that have louvred ceilings and sliding side panels.
Set up an outdoor snug full of home comforts. White painted cladding will create a coastal or country exterior that can be decorated inside with inviting living room looks. Complement feature artwork with a warm-toned neutral backdrop, floor lamps and wicker furniture. Maximise space by adding matching armchairs on the patio which can then be stored in the garden room when not in use.
Hot tubs are becoming more popular in residential gardens so why not add a shelter to enjoy your investment all year round? This aluminium canopy means you can enjoy your warm outdoor soak even when it's raining and cold outside. The contemporary structure has rotating blades which means they open up when it's sunny and dry so you get the best of all weathers.
Separate from the rest of your property, yet close enough to keep a watchful eye, a garden playroom offers the best of both worlds for young families. Simply decorate with a few colourful wall stickers and you'll have the perfect magical space for your little one's imagination to run wild.
Another way to enhance the humble garden shed is to convert it into a cool coastal retreat. Beach huts are a seaside staple and will give your garden a touch of boardwalk style. Choose a structure with double doors and windows and paint the exterior a breezy oceanic blue. Inside, opt for cool white walls and plenty of natural textures.
The Lord Of The Rings fans will adore this hobbit house dwelling that looks as though it's been lifted straight out of a film set. Bux End is built from reclaimed bricks and has grass and cottage garden flowers growing on the roof. The incredible eco-friendly hobbit hole was crowned as the 2019 Cuprinol Shed of the Year.
Throwback to 1940s Britain with a practical Anderson shed that'll look right at home in traditional gardens. A classic shape with a tin roof that's reminiscent of the iconic air raid shelters, it's the perfect nostalgic outbuilding. You can even attach a water butt to the guttering – very apt for the waste not, want not era.
Blend your outdoor room into an urban backdrop with contemporary lines and colour. This urban garden room designed and built by Neil Dusheiko, looks ultra-chic and unobtrusive painted black. It's also cleverly sunken into the earth to reduce its scale within the garden. Nicknamed the Shadow Shed, it's small, perfectly formed and multifunctional.
Create a space where you can appreciate your garden by fitting swathes of windows across adjacent walls of an outbuilding. This restful corner spot features grey walls and contemporary French doors that can be fully opened out onto a mini sheltered terrace.
Make use of awkward garden shapes with clever planning. This Cuprinol Shed Of The Year entry is used to disguise an ugly bank as it is raised onto reclaimed railway sleepers. The entertainment pavilion with terrace is now an impressive garden focal point with a pretty foliage surround.
Give your garden room extra flexibility by adding clever storage. This contemporary outdoor office has been designed incorporating an exterior partition for added bike storage at the end. It's built with sleek vertical cladding so when the doors close you would hardly know extra space was there.
Turn your garden room into a secret hideout with materials that blend into its surrounding. Choose a natural timber exterior and a plot that tucks the cabin away. Add plenty of camouflage by surrounding it with close garden planting to make the two spaces feel like one.
The tiny house movement has taken over the world on so why not create your very own house replica in your garden? This self-build cabin kit will add an impressive living space that is as cute as a woodland cottage complete with rustic cladding and dormer windows.
If you have space and budget go for a large garden room with added terrace to create a luxurious and spa-like outdoor space. Here, added evergreen planters offer privacy and seclusion for a bubbling hot tub and dining table while the huge grey summer house offers plenty of room to change and to enjoy refreshments and relaxation inside.
Give a traditional summer house a watery twist with a lagoon-side setting. What could be more idyllic than your very own lakeside cabin to enjoy nature and relax in? This pretty octagonal summer house with doors and windows is the perfect choice to sit next to a large cottage garden pond.
Give your garden an ancient twist by adding a decorative folly. Traditionally brick and stone-built with Gothic features these romantic buildings will inject historical beauty to your outdoor space. Grow ivy and roses up the walls to make it look aged and established.
What do you get if you combine a garden shed with a home office? A 'Shoffice', of course, and this garden building is a showstopper. Designed by Platform 5 Architects the brief was to make a 'garden room that flows into the garden space.' The contemporary structure includes curved office space and terrace area. The shape is designed to echo a wood shaving that unfurls to form a terrace on the lawn. It definitely looks impressive!
Got an unused courtyard or side return? Make use of the awkward space by installing a modular outbuilding. This curved cube structure looks futuristic and funky. The modern meeting room creates a juxtaposition against a traditional building and did not need listed building consent.
Add a fairytale finish to your outdoor room by building a semi-sheltered space that creates a whimsical and enchanting vibe. This delightful garden folly evokes a romantic Italian-style scene with weathered arched windows and Romanesque pillars. We love the spa feel, with a bubbling hot tub and ambient lighting.
Originally built as an extravagant glasshouse to grow exotic plants and fruit, an orangery will look luxurious and striking as a residential garden room. Predominantly glazed they certainly make the most of natural light. Keep the look sympathetic to its original period by painting the wood frame muted hues that complement a traditional outdoor space.
Looking for a classic shaped garden room with a contemporary finish? A stainless steel frame will be stable, durable and weather-tight. The polished metal finish will glisten in sunlight and means you can give revarnishing or repainting a miss too. This metal structure is so slick you could almost live in it!
For those lucky enough to have a swimming pool to cool off in during the summer heat, a pool house is the perfect accompaniment to a luxury backyard. This quaint design features black cladding and sunny light wood doors, while the gabled awning offers a sheltered spot for a hot tub. Grab the sunscreen and you're good to go!
Whether you need an extra bedroom for your growing family or simply a private space to accommodate future guests, a modular outdoor annexe like this is ideal, and what's more, it can be delivered as a unit and simply slotted into place. This modern design comes complete with a kitchen, bathroom, living room and bedroom. Talk about slumbering in style!
Treehouse hideaways aren't just for the kids – this amazing space perched up in the canopy is a cute single-room guest house. Inside, there's just enough space for a bedroom and kitchen, while a tiny balcony outside offers the perfect vantage point to take in the landscape. If your garden is blessed with a few old trees, it might be the ideal opportunity to elevate your outdoor space.
An outbuilding can be a great way to add architectural interest to your outside scheme. This striking studio, designed by Amos Goldreich Architecture, spans the width of the garden and is built with timber and corrugated metal which will weather over time. The textured cladding was chosen to mirror the industrial buildings in the surrounding area.
Inspire your creative talent and install a garden studio that's attractive and secluded. This idyllic hobby hut looks pretty and practical with fully opening French doors and set in a quiet garden corner. Framed by cottage-style climbing greenery, the pink-painted exterior adds a romantic finish to the artistic outbuilding.
Ideal for elderly relatives or those in need of extra care, Bauhu's Smart Care Pods offer specialist support without having to move away from the family home. The living spaces and wet room-style bathroom are completely wheelchair accessible, while an impressive smart home system works with voice activation and includes a carer interface where medical notes can be stored.
Add a nautical look to your garden with a bespoke outbuilding that takes design cues from a boat's hull. Overlap exposed wooden planks to create a quirky durable structure that's been used in boat building for centuries. Visually stunning, this charming hut is the perfect place to grab some peace and quiet.
Give your garden a pioneer theme with a quirky Wild West-style shed. Not only does this wooden outbuilding have plenty of space to keep serious garden tools in check, but it also has a quaint covered veranda where you can admire your hard work at the end of the day. A rocking chair will complete the charming ranch look.
Made of corrugated iron, a shipping container is certainly robust and makes an edgy alternative to traditional garden rooms. By simply replacing a side panel with bifolding glass doors, you can create an industrial-inspired space for kicking back and relaxing, indulging your hobbies or simply working in peace. You could almost live in this shipping container.
Elevate modern garden schemes with a contemporary outdoor pavilion that embraces sleek modernist lines. Heavy-duty cladding combined with distinctive slatted panels allows plenty of light and air into the cosy hideaway, while offering a welcome shelter from the sun's rays in the heat of the summer.
Typically used as spaces to store garden tools, that dusty, weathered shed at the bottom of the garden has a whole lot more potential than you think. A coat of bright white paint can instantly transform a small space, while natural textures will create an appropriately organic feel. Add a flip-down table and upcycle a dining chair and you'll have yourself a restful, multipurpose hangout.
For an outbuilding that oozes traditional charm, channel a modern country palette. The soft blue exterior, floral wallpaper and rustic wooden furnishings bring in a cottage-style feel with bags of character. A few hanging baskets will complete the idyllic look.
Inject some futuristic fun into your garden with a contemporary garden pod. This eye-catching sphere turns 360 degrees so you can admire your outside space from all angles and soak up the best of the sun throughout the day. With a round table in the centre of the interior, you can even enjoy some alfresco dining in this unique outbuilding.
If you are lucky enough to own a pool house, keep the interior classic with a white scheme that embraces coastal style. Here, the pool table and seating snug are cleverly tied together with petrol blue accents. A white vaulted ceiling makes the room feel surprisingly spacious and airy.
Embrace the great outdoors with a garden room made from natural recycled materials. Designed by architects Surman Weston, this ingenious study and craft space is clad in cork, which cleverly weatherproofs the structure, as well as providing acoustic and thermal insulation. Plus, the textured effect of the façade looks pretty cool too!
For those who love nothing more than a cold beer at the end of a long day, you don't get much more convenient than this – a pub in the garden. Built in a period of heavy rain by David Morris in Caerphilly, Wales, you'll never have to worry about bad weather ruining your drinks plans again!
Ideal as a snug garden hideaway or even self-contained accommodation for future visitors, this roundhouse offers a generous circular living space, plus a covered deck for soaking up the sun. If you're feeling brave or your home is in a particularly isolated spot, you could even set up an outdoor bathtub for the ultimate au naturel experience.
Shrouded in vines and lush greenery, this garden oasis in the heart of London offers a peaceful place to relax and unwind away from the hustle and bustle. Named The Limes, the structure is built entirely from reclaimed wood and features a cosy wood-burning stove to brave the cold winter months.
Manufactured by Arctic Cabins, these handy huts will weatherproof your barbeque plans for good! The ventilated cabin features a clever barbeque grill in the centre, surrounded by bench-style seating. Offering welcome shade in the summer, they're the perfect place for dining come winter too.
This next space is one for the architecture enthusiasts. Brutalist in style, this high-design outbuilding, created by architects Besonias Almeida, stretches 484 square feet and includes a stylish living room and adjoining bathroom. The raw exposed concrete adds a rustic, industrial edge, while swathes of glass wrap around the front of the uber-modern garden room bathing the space in light.
Make an outdoor room the focal point of a small garden by planning the rest of your space around it. This delightful vintage-style summer house draws the eye to the end of the narrow garden while the deck in front becomes an extension of the garden building. Pretty pastel furniture and a circular rug create a living room vibe that is enchanting and entwined with the pale summer house scheme.
A garden shed or outdoor room is a perfect canvas to get creative with colour. From the outside, this shed is a rather sensible shade of black, but open the door and the contrasting orange and white walls create a vibrant and uplifting home office space.
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