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People may have different answers to the question, ‘What is a garden room?’ A modern garden room is a building in your garden that can be used for many different purposes.
Don’t confuse a garden room with a garden shed or outhouse. Garden rooms are more substantial than these other types of garden buildings and certainly more than a posh shed. Modern garden rooms create comfortable extra space and can be used all year round.
Nor is a garden room the same as a conservatory. A garden room or garden pod is a free-standing structure detached from the main house. Although our garden rooms can be designed to include large windows and glass roof panels, conservatories usually have more glazing.
If this is all starting to sound like Downton Abbey, don’t be put off. Although garden rooms can be constructed of various materials, our bespoke extension kits from SIPS offer a warm, stylish, and cost-effective solution for all garden rooms or outdoor spaces.
Our bespoke garden room extension kits offer a simple and speedy construction method.
The kits contain structurally insulated panels, or SIPs, that have been cut to measure dimensions provided by the customers.
The panels comprise two structural facing boards with a core of thermally efficient foam. They are exceptionally strong but also very light, making them easy to handle and ideal for all sorts of construction projects. The shell of a garden room can be installed in a matter of days.
The kits contain everything required to construct the garden room, including detailed instructions.
You can find out more about our garden room kits here.
What can a garden room be used for?
Our bespoke garden rooms are fully insulated and highly energy-efficient. If required, they can be fitted with underfloor heating and air conditioning, making them suitable for year-round use.
The SIPS construction of our garden rooms makes them easy to customise for a variety of uses.
Here are some garden room ideas:
Granny annexe
Older relatives can appreciate the security and stimulation of being involved in family home life but retain their independence while living in a warm and well-appointed garden room.
Extra living space for younger family members
Young adult family members may have outgrown the family home, but finding their own space on a budget can be challenging. A garden room allows for a high degree of independence but without the cost of renting elsewhere.
Garden office
Working from home is increasingly popular, and our extension kits are often used to construct garden offices.SIPS-built garden rooms are warm and secure, and offer excellent noise insulation, making them ideal working spaces all year round.
Garden studio
Many of our customers use their garden room for painting or craft activities. Our extension kits can be made virtually any size, allowing plenty of work space and room for storage.
Windows can be included in the design to let in plenty of natural light to help you in your work.
Games room
Garden rooms are a great idea if your family enjoys tabletop games like table tennis or snooker, which would take up too much space in the average home.
Home gym
Another popular use for a garden room is a home gym or exercise space. There is no excuse for avoiding the gym when it is a few steps away across the garden!
Your home gym will accommodate large exercise machines but could be a more relaxed space for yoga or other mat-based exercise.
Photography studios
Space to take and develop photos is difficult to find, but a garden room can offer the ideal location.
More space for guests
Finding extra living space for regular visitors can be a challenge, so a luxurious garden room could be the answer.
Can a garden room be built in any size of outdoor space?
The SIPS panels of our extension kits are entirely bespoke and can be cut to virtually any size or shape.
This makes them ideal for any size of outdoor space or garden.
Will a garden room add to the value of my house?
A well-designed and maintained garden room constructed with high-quality materials could add significant value to your home.
Garden rooms are attractive additions to any garden, and prospective purchasers are likely to appreciate the flexibility of the extra space as much as you do.
Does a garden room cost less than an extension?
A garden room is detached from your main house and is likely to be significantly cheaper than other popular ways of creating more space, such as an extension or loft conversion.
The construction of your garden room will also be far less disruptive.
How much does a garden room extension kit cost?
The final cost of your project will depend on its size. If you have decided on the dimensions of your garden room, you can find an indicative cost using our Quick Quote form.
Do garden rooms require planning permission?
Most garden rooms can be constructed without planning permission.
However, planning permission may be required if your garden room is beyond a certain size, near a neighbour’s boundary, or if you are planning to use it for a business that requires clients to visit on a regular basis.
It is a great idea to check with your local authority planning office before committing to the project to avoid any doubt and to prevent potential problems.
We have many years of experience in dealing with planning permission to avoid any doubt and to prevent potential problems for home extensions and garden rooms and are happy to give advice to customers.
Do garden rooms need to comply with building regulations?
The SIPS panels and other components of our extension kits comply with all current building regulations when they are installed correctly according to the detailed instructions that we provide.
Next Steps
We are one of the UK’s leading suppliers of kits for building garden rooms. If you would like to create more living space for your family, business, or hobbies, you can contact our friendly team for advice.