Category: Inspired Ideas

Starting a Business from Home: Why Bark and Bubbles Chose a Garden Room When Bark and Bubbles began planning their dog grooming business, the owners faced a familiar challenge: rent. Commercial units came with sky-high prices, inflexible leases, and location compromises. Instead of signing a lease on a unit they’d never fully own, they made … Continued

Feeling the space squeeze at home? As children grow, teenagers seek independence, and older relatives move in, even the roomiest of houses can start to feel a little crowded. For many modern families, juggling work, school, hobbies, and downtime under one roof can be a daily challenge. The good news? You don’t have to move … Continued

Garden rooms aren’t just for use during the spring and summer, with the right insulation you can enjoy your garden room in any season. Here are some of our favourite ways to utilise your garden room during the winter months.  Making the most of limited sunlight We all feel a bit glum during the dark … Continued

So you want a garden room but you’re not sure if it’s worth paying the middle to top end of the price range? With so many cheaper garden rooms out there, it might be tempting not to splash the cash and choose a low budget option instead. However, here are our top reasons why buying … Continued

It’s one of the most common questions we get asked – do I need planning permission for my garden room? Usually the answer is no, but there are some exceptions. Read on to see if you’ll need permission before installing your garden room. Standard use garden rooms Most garden rooms are classed as outbuildings and … Continued

A garden room isn’t just for enjoying the views outside, it can be used to create the ultimate man cave. From private cinema to top-spec games room there’s no limit to what you can create. So you be the envy of your mates, we’ve explained how to create two different types of garden room man … Continued

With Autumn well and truly here you might be wondering “will my garden room get cold in the winter?” If you’re worried about braving the elements this year, here are some of the best ways to winter-proof your outdoor room so you can enjoy it regardless of the weather. Maintaining your garden room This is … Continued

Blurring the lines between outdoors and indoors – a garden room gives you the best of both worlds. The best designed garden rooms should feel like a natural expansion of your house, giving you the freedom and space you desire without the hefty price tag of an extension. Once you’ve found your ideal garden room … Continued

For some people, their garden office is a home away from home, filled with creature comforts, cosy cushions, and decorated to match their interior decor. For others, a home office is a completely different space designed to help them keep a good work/life balance. However you choose to decorate your garden office, here are some … Continued