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Asian Garden Shed Design Ideas

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Bonsai Pavilion
Bonsai Pavilion
Altura ArchitectsAltura Architects
Our client has a large collection of bonsai trees and wanted an exhibition space for the extensive collection and a workshop to tend to the growing plants. Together we came up with a plan for a beautiful garden with plenty of space and a water feature. The design also included a Japanese-influenced pavilion in the middle of the garden. The pavilion is comprised of three separate rooms. The first room is features a tokonoma, a small recessed space to display art. The second, and largest room, provides an open area for display. The room can be accessed by large glass folding doors and has plenty of natural light filtering through the skylights above. The third room is a workspace with tool storage. Photography by Todd Crawford
Karesansui - Trockenlandschaftsgarten - Japanese Dry Landscape Garden
Karesansui - Trockenlandschaftsgarten - Japanese Dry Landscape Garden
KOKENIWA Japanische GartengestaltungKOKENIWA Japanische Gartengestaltung
www.kokeniwa.de
Inspiration for a small asian detached garden shed in Hanover.
Japanese Teahouse
Japanese Teahouse
Steve Lick TimberworksSteve Lick Timberworks
Steve Lick Timber works. A serene spot from which to enjoy the garden.
Inspiration for a small asian detached garden shed in Wollongong.
City Garden, Moore Park
City Garden, Moore Park
Owen Landscape ArchitectOwen Landscape Architect
This garden shed transcends the utilitarian, it's design and detailing creating an iconic structure that anchors the entire space! The structure gains emphasis by being set on a raised plinth.
Indoor - Outdoor Spaces
Indoor - Outdoor Spaces
InteriorsOTHInteriorsOTH
A small Asian inspired potting room.
Photo of a small asian garden shed in New York.
The Bridgeway
The Bridgeway
Residential Design SolutionsResidential Design Solutions
Design ideas for a mid-sized asian detached garden shed in London.
Bonsai Pavilion
Bonsai Pavilion
Altura ArchitectsAltura Architects
Our client has a large collection of bonsai trees and wanted an exhibition space for the extensive collection and a workshop to tend to the growing plants. Together we came up with a plan for a beautiful garden with plenty of space and a water feature. The design also included a Japanese-influenced pavilion in the middle of the garden. The pavilion is comprised of three separate rooms. The first room is features a tokonoma, a small recessed space to display art. The second, and largest room, provides an open area for display. The room can be accessed by large glass folding doors and has plenty of natural light filtering through the skylights above. The third room is a workspace with tool storage. Photography by Todd Crawford
Bonsai Pavilion
Bonsai Pavilion
Altura ArchitectsAltura Architects
Our client has a large collection of bonsai trees and wanted an exhibition space for the extensive collection and a workshop to tend to the growing plants. Together we came up with a plan for a beautiful garden with plenty of space and a water feature. The design also included a Japanese-influenced pavilion in the middle of the garden. The pavilion is comprised of three separate rooms. The first room is features a tokonoma, a small recessed space to display art. The second, and largest room, provides an open area for display. The room can be accessed by large glass folding doors and has plenty of natural light filtering through the skylights above. The third room is a workspace with tool storage. Photography by Todd Crawford
Japanese Teahouse
Japanese Teahouse
Steve Lick TimberworksSteve Lick Timberworks
Steve Lick Timber works. A serene spot from which to enjoy the garden.
Small asian detached garden shed in Other.

Asian Garden Shed Design Ideas

Granny flats and sheds have come a long way in terms of design. No longer just a place to store infrequently used items or a spare bed, they are now highly sought after spaces that, in many cases, resemble a small, well-maintained home. A Asian garden shed can be an extension of your house, providing more living space for your family, or it can be a home office or creative studio. Many homeowners also see the benefit of building a separate structure in their backyard as a means for rental income.

What else can I use my granny flat for?

With so many Asian granny flat designs on offer, you really can use this area for virtually anything, from outdoor storage to accommodation. Livable sheds and granny flats are a great way to provide teenagers with some level of independence, while keeping them nearby and allowing them to save money. They’re also an alternative to supported care for elderly family members. Relatively cheap to construct, a backyard granny flat can make you some extra money, too, should you want to rent it out, or move in yourself and rent out your main house. Those with a hobby such as painting, music or woodwork may prefer to use the space to pursue their passions, while others whom work from home could use the backyard studio as their home office.

What should I consider when planning a garden shed, granny flat or studio?

Different locales have different requirements for outbuildings such as sheds, granny flats and studios. In most cases, where the shed, granny flat or studio has running water, cooking or sanitary facilities, it will require building consent. Other considerations include the height of the building, its distance to boundaries, maximum floor space and stormwater drainage. If you're turning it into a fully developed space, make sure it complies with local ordinances and has enough ventilation, light and insulation for seasonal temperature changes. In terms of Asian decor, approach decorating this space as you would any other room in your house. If you are creating an extension of your home, you can either stick to your current interior style or do something completely different since this is a detached space. With space at a minimum, layout is also crucial. Built-ins are a saving grace where space is tight, while wall-mounted items such as bikes and garden tools will also save you lots of floor space. You could even incorporate overhead ceiling racks for seasonal and infrequently used items.
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