Why You Should Build Your Own Garden Room

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Southgate Timber

June 27, 2024

Need some extra space? In case you haven’t already noticed, there has been a rising popularity for garden rooms in the UK. Especially since the Covid pandemic, there’s been a high demand for a remote working space. So, let’s explore some of the reasons why building your own, bespoke, timber garden room is a great idea for you and your home.

 

Multiple uses

The brilliant thing about building your own, bespoke garden room is you can tailor that space to suit your needs and interests. There are so many potential purposes your garden room can fulfil, so we’re going to list only some of the most common uses we’ve seen from our customers to give you an idea of how your garden room can work for you:

Home office – After the pandemic, almost everyone has begun working remotely. By using a garden room to create a space for your very own office, you can separate your work life from your home life. It means the lines between working and relaxing at home will not blur, giving you the chance to close the door on work at the end of the day and return home for some downtime. And depending on the noise in your household, a secluded garden office might be just what you need for some privacy.

Home gym – Keeping fit and healthy is something we should all prioritise, but going to a public gym isn’t always convenient. Taking the time out of your hardworking day to travel to the gym, wait for the right equipment to become available, shower, and return home again is extremely time consuming. But with a gym sitting in your own garden, that time is practically halved. The convenience of stepping into your garden, fully equipped with all your gym gear, is unmatched! Some might also find the atmosphere of a public gym unsettling. Pushing yourself to your limits, growing breathless, bright red, dripping with sweat, is difficult and uncomfortable enough without doing so in front of an audience, fearing others might judge you. Having a private space to work yourself to new extremes is the ideal solution.

A place for your hobbies – Whether you have a knack for drawing or painting, you love to read, or need a quiet area to meditate, you can build a garden room designed to cater for whatever it is you like to do in your spare time. A place to simply unwind and do what you love.

Entertaining – With a garden room, not only can you keep the party mess away from the home, but you can create a space that makes entertaining look like a piece of cake. You could have a bar, pool table, we’ve even seen a couple of arcade machines included in some designs, whatever makes for the perfect night out within the comfort of your own home.

Enjoy your garden all year round

No matter how you decide to use your garden room, you’ll now be able to enjoy your garden all year long. Make sure you include big windows or bi-folding doors in your design so you can enjoy your outdoor space from a whole new perspective.

 

Add value to your property

A garden room is an excellent investment, undoubtedly adding value to your home. Some experts say a well-designed garden room can increase the value of your home by 5-15%. It’s always a good idea to add value to your property, but if you are planning on selling, this feature is a great way to boost value and prospective buyers will be more interested in the functionality a garden room has to offer.

Bespoke build vs. Pre-built

Let’s explore why building a bespoke garden room is always the better option than buying a pre-made, off-the-shelf one. Not only is there the benefit of customisation and adding value to your home, but building your own can save you money if you opt for cost effective materials, and it has a lower environmental impact due to the responsible harvesting of quality timber.

 

Now, it’s time to bring those visions to life, start putting them plans together and order the timber materials. And if you’re unsure where to begin, we’re here to help. Contact us via email or telephone and we’ll guide you onto the next stages of your project.


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