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Bespoke shed and covered seating area
Bespoke shed and covered seating area
PLT DesignPLT Design
Bespoke cedar clad shed and covered outdoor seating area with fire bowl and wood store benches. A rain drain hangs from the shed roof into a water butt to collect rainwater
Colourful Summerhouses
Colourful Summerhouses
Scotts of Thrapston LimitedScotts of Thrapston Limited
Photo of a small traditional detached shed and granny flat in Other.
Beaverton, OR studio
Beaverton, OR studio
Modern-ShedModern-Shed
Dominic Bonuccelli
This is an example of a small modern detached studio in Portland.
Extension and whole house refurbishment - Tisbury
Extension and whole house refurbishment - Tisbury
Proctor Watts Cole RutterProctor Watts Cole Rutter
A garden building provides a relaxing space with views back to the main house
Design ideas for a small contemporary detached barn in Wiltshire.
Garden Pods
Garden Pods
Garden HideoutsGarden Hideouts
With lighting fitted inside and out, the electric system conforms and is certified to normal domestic standards with a distribution panel complete with RCDs and MCBs.
Golf Pavilion
Golf Pavilion
Crisp ArchitectsCrisp Architects
Rob Karosis
Photo of a small traditional detached garden shed in New York.
Yoga Studio
Yoga Studio
PodzookPodzook
Judy Bernier
Design ideas for a small eclectic detached studio in Portland Maine.
Small storage shed
Small storage shed
Faber Coeptis LtdFaber Coeptis Ltd
18mm hardwood ply with Cuprinol Shades stone paint. The treated timber battens and door panels have been treated with Creocote all seams and edges are covered and the additional battens are angled to give a classic look to a modern finish.
Garden Tool / Shop Shed / utility
Garden Tool / Shop Shed / utility
nishimtnishimt
owner
Photo of a small contemporary detached garden shed in Portland.
A-Frame sheds with Vinyl Siding
A-Frame sheds with Vinyl Siding
ShedsPAShedsPA
This beautiful structure has many features to choose from. This homeowner selected a vinyl cupola with weather vane, shutters, flower boxes, arched front doors, and a ramp for easy access. Our structures are made to order and fully customisable to meet your exact needs and situation.
Deluxe Playhouse Standard Utility Completed By Customer
Deluxe Playhouse Standard Utility Completed By Customer
French Creek Designs Kitchen & Bath Design CenterFrench Creek Designs Kitchen & Bath Design Center
Ken & Calla Hayden purchased this unfinished deluxe playhouse from our lot in May of this year. They opted to do the handyman work themselves in creating their own ideas and fun. They have purchased many homes in Casper and remodeled and sold them since 1996. This is one of their last but funnest projects they have completed. Stop by to choose your Shed Package with Options – Order Today! Start with a Shed Package and design it your way. Implement your passions and innovative ideas into successful business opportunities, creative storage solutions, or a quiet retreat. We can give you that jump start with a cost-effective space and multiple package options available! These units are priced right. Starting with an 8×8 all the way up to 16×40, easily customizable with options! Add benches and shelves for all your supplies. Choose a lofted barn for up to 16′ feet of free loft space for extra storage or creative finishes.
Bespoke Gothic Shed
Bespoke Gothic Shed
UserUser
Inspiration for a small traditional garden shed.
Bespoke shed and covered seating area
Bespoke shed and covered seating area
PLT DesignPLT Design
Bespoke cedar clad shed and covered outdoor seating area with fire bowl and wood store benches.
Inspiration for a small contemporary detached garden shed in Oxfordshire.
Sellwood Addition/Shop
Sellwood Addition/Shop
RebuildRebuild
Rebuild llc
Photo of a small arts and crafts detached studio in Portland.
Brexit Bunker
Brexit Bunker
RISE Design StudioRISE Design Studio
An interior view of the Garden Studio, clad in Birch Plywood, reading perch below rooflight
This is an example of a small industrial detached garden shed in London.
Small Entertaining Kitchen
Small Entertaining Kitchen
The White Kitchen CompanyThe White Kitchen Company
Small but perfectly formed! This beautiful 3 unit kitchen was created by an interior designer based in Northamptonshire. A simple boxed stone extension was added to the existing 19th-century building, along with 4 sets of Crittall doors opening on to a stunning garden. The extension and kitchen were created to house a spacious entertaining area including comfortable seating, dining table and kitchenette. The oak herringbone floor was supplied by Bedrock, a sister company of The White Kitchen Company.
Cadyville Sauna
Cadyville Sauna
Hisel Flynn ArchitectsHisel Flynn Architects
Interior showing exposed natural cliff face, with sauna heater mounted to cliff.
Inspiration for a small contemporary detached granny flat in Boston.
A Room for an Opera Singer
A Room for an Opera Singer
FAB ArchitectsFAB Architects
This project aims to create a multi-use studio space at the rear of a carefully curated garden. Taking cues from the client’s background in opera the project references galleries, stage curtains and balconies found in traditional opera theatres and combines them with high quality modern materials. The space becomes part rehearsal studio, part office and part entertaining space
A Room for an Opera Singer
A Room for an Opera Singer
Luna SpacesLuna Spaces
This project created a multi-use studio space at the rear of a carefully curated garden. Taking cues from the client’s background in opera, the project references galleries, stage curtains and balconies found in traditional opera theatres and combines them with high quality modern materials. The space becomes part rehearsal studio, part office and part entertaining space.
Bespoke shed and covered seating area
Bespoke shed and covered seating area
PLT DesignPLT Design
Bespoke cedar clad shed and covered outdoor seating area with fire bowl and wood store benches. LED lighting illuminates the space at night
Inspiration for a small contemporary detached garden shed in Oxfordshire.

Small 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 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 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 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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