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Modern Detached Shed and Granny Flat Design Ideas

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Shoreline, WA Modern-Shed Art Studio
Shoreline, WA Modern-Shed Art Studio
Modern-ShedModern-Shed
The owner decorated her space with useful and space-conscious equipment.
Inspiration for a small modern detached studio in Seattle.
Garden Room 3
Garden Room 3
Modular DesignsModular Designs
Compact 2.5M Garden Room used as a home office.
This is an example of a small modern detached studio in Hertfordshire.
The Shudio Exterior.
The Shudio Exterior.
Redwood BuildersRedwood Builders
Redwood Builders had the pleasure of working with leading SF based architects Seth and Melissa Hanley of Design Blitz to create a sleek and modern backyard "Shudio" structure. Located in their backyard in Sebastopol, the Shudio replaced a falling-down potting shed and brings the best of his-and-hers space planning: a painting studio for her and a beer brewing shed for him. During their frequent backyard parties (which often host more than 90 guests) the Shudio transforms into a bar with easy through traffic and a built in keg-orator. The finishes are simple with the primary surface being charcoal painted T111 with accents of western red cedar and a white washed ash plywood interior. The sliding barn doors and trim are constructed of California redwood. The trellis with its varied pattern creates a shadow pattern that changes throughout the day. The trellis helps to enclose the informal patio (decomposed granite) and provide privacy from neighboring properties. Existing mature rhododendrons were prioritized in the design and protected in place where possible.
Modern Studio Trailer
Modern Studio Trailer
Bear Creek EnterprisesBear Creek Enterprises
This is an example of a small modern detached studio in Other.
Garden Sheds
Garden Sheds
The Chicken GardenerThe Chicken Gardener
Beautiful cedar garden shed with grey metal doors and windows across the top of the front. This is the view from the side. We added a small porch to the front, and then it snowed! 7' x 10' shed.
10x8 Home Office on a tiny lot
10x8 Home Office on a tiny lot
Studio Shed - Live Large. Build Small.Studio Shed - Live Large. Build Small.
Think beyond boundaries - this owner built her perfect home office on her 15 foot wide lot.
Photo of a small modern detached studio in San Francisco.
Glass House in the Garden
Glass House in the Garden
Flavin ArchitectsFlavin Architects
Modern glass house set in the landscape evokes a midcentury vibe. A modern gas fireplace divides the living area with a polished concrete floor from the greenhouse with a gravel floor. The frame is painted steel with aluminum sliding glass door. The front features a green roof with native grasses and the rear is covered with a glass roof. Photo by: Gregg Shupe Photography
92 Square Foot Backyard Office
92 Square Foot Backyard Office
Sett StudioSett Studio
92 square foot SIP panel, modular, backyard office. Shou-Sugi-Ban wood siding and Monotread wall sheathing. Burned-wood or charred-wood siding, Shou-Sugi-Ban is Japanese wood treatment used in various elements throughout Sett – interior and exterior. Not only does it deliver an attractive aesthetic, the burning also weatherizes the wood, prevents bugs and rot, and has enhanced fire-resistance. Photography by Blake Gordon and Lisa Hause
Modern-Shed Art Studio | Lap and cedar siding
Modern-Shed Art Studio | Lap and cedar siding
Modern-ShedModern-Shed
Dominic Arizona Bonuccelli
This is an example of a mid-sized modern detached studio in San Francisco.
Modern Shed
Modern Shed
Design ideas for a modern detached garden shed in San Francisco.
Bike Shed
Bike Shed
Urban ShedsUrban Sheds
Small modern detached shed and granny flat in Boston.
Potting Shed
Potting Shed
Grey Griffiths ArchitectsGrey Griffiths Architects
Adam Scott
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern detached studio in London.
Custom Pagoda
Custom Pagoda
Best Austin Handyman & RemodelingBest Austin Handyman & Remodeling
Built by Best Austin Handyman
Mid-sized modern detached shed and granny flat in Austin.
Music Studio Shed Office 8x14
Music Studio Shed Office 8x14
Studio Shed - Live Large. Build Small.Studio Shed - Live Large. Build Small.
An 8x14 Studio Shed - a great length for a long and narrow space. There is a music recording studio at one end and a desk for office work and crafts at the other.
Adjustments.plist
Adjustments.plist
Cubitt's Granny Flats and Home ExtensionsCubitt's Granny Flats and Home Extensions
3 bedroom granny flat
Photo of a mid-sized modern detached granny flat in Sydney.
Garden Sheds
Garden Sheds
The Chicken GardenerThe Chicken Gardener
Beautiful cedar garden shed with grey metal doors and windows across the top of the front. We added a small porch to the front, and then it snowed! 7' x 10' shed.
Cedar Garden Office
Cedar Garden Office
Miniature ManorsMiniature Manors
This sleek garden office was built for a client in West Sussex who wanted to move their home office out of the house and into the garden. In order to meet our brief of providing a contemporary design, we included Western Red Cedar cladding. This softwood cladding has beautiful tones of brown, red and orange. The sliding doors and full length window allow natural light to flood in to the room, whilst the desk height window offers views across the garden. We can add an area of separate storage to all of our garden room builds. In the case of this structure, we have hidden the entrance to the side of the building and have continued the cedar cladding across the door. As a result, the room is concealed but offers the storage space needed. The interior of the storage is ply-lined, offering a durable solution for garden storage on the garden room.
Garden gym and play room
Garden gym and play room
A Room in the GardenA Room in the Garden
The design of this garden building has even been appreciated by our competition, not to mention the owners and their friends. With a two level roof and mix of cedar and redwood cladding this construction looks amazing at the bottom of a large and beautifully maintained garden in Hove. The taller part is a gym, where you have good ceiling clearance for running on a treadmill, and the lower part is a playroom and summerhouse for the family and children. To the right there is a large storage space that fits all their garden toys.
Modern Backyard Home Office Shed in Los Angeles, California
Modern Backyard Home Office Shed in Los Angeles, California
Westlake Royal Building ProductsWestlake Royal Building Products
Cedar Renditions siding in Timberline, and Zuri Premium Decking in Pecan.
Photo of a modern detached studio in Los Angeles.
Pool House and Garden Office
Pool House and Garden Office
A Room in the GardenA Room in the Garden
A beautifully composed three level terraced garden. This pool house and garden office have been designed to maximise available space and bring a luxurious feel to the top level of this long garden near Hove Park. With cedar cladding, bi-folding doors and dark vertical timber surrounds, this garden building is a beautiful addition. Working as a pool house, where the family can use the bathroom and rest after swimming, the large room will also play the role of a garden office. From time to time it will be transformed into a garden bedroom, where guests will have a chance to wake up to a beautiful view.

Modern Detached Shed and Granny Flat 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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