As huge numbers of us continue to work from home – either full-time or as a hybrid working arrangement, the need for a personal and comfortable workspace has become increasingly important.

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For many homeworkers, adding a well insulated garden room or garden office to your property can provide a versatile and functional space that can be used for work, relaxation or a variety of other purposes.

Not only will an insulated garden room add extra space to your home, but it can also increase the property’s value and enhance your connection to nature.

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What is a garden room?

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A garden room is a versatile and often multi-purpose structure that can be located in the garden of a property.

Unlike a garden office, a garden room is not limited to being a workspace and can be used for:

• A home gym;

• Art studio;

• Music room;

• A cosy spot to relax and unwind in.

Our self build garden rooms are constructed from sip panels and a wide range of external cladding is available to compliment any garden. 

Simply adding adding lighting and electricity will them suitable for year-round use.

Garden rooms have become increasingly popular in recent years as people are looking for additional space to use in their homes or to add value to their properties.

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Why you should consider a garden room

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There are several reasons why people may choose to install an insulated garden room:

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• Extra Space: A well insulated garden room can provide valuable extra space without the need for a full home extension.

• Increased Property Value: Adding an insulated garden room can increase property value and make your home more attractive to potential buyers. 

• Versatility: Your garden room can be adapted to suit your needs and can be used for a multitude of purposes, making it a versatile addition to any property.

• Cost-Effective: Compared to a full home extension, an. insulated garden room can be a more cost-effective way to add extra space to your home – AND boost value!

• Connection to Nature: A garden room can provide a connection to nature and the outdoors, allowing you to enjoy the natural beauty of your garden while staying comfortable and protected from the elements.

 

Overall, a well designed garden room can be an excellent way to add extra space, value and versatility to your property, while also providing a peaceful and comfortable retreat in beautiful natural surroundings.

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Do garden offices add value to a property?

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One of the things that the pandemic lockdown did was to encourage people to work from home.

And that saw lots of us creating offices in spare rooms, trying to find a place to work in the living room – and if you have the space, adding a garden office.

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What is a garden office?

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Like a garden room, a garden office is a small stand-alone building located in the garden of a home for use as a workspace or office.

Our self build garden offices are constructed from sip panels and a wide range of external cladding is available to compliment any garden. 

Simply adding adding lighting and electricity will them suitable for year-round use.

They are designed to provide a functional and comfortable workspace separate from the main dwelling.

There’s no doubt that garden offices have become increasingly popular in recent years as more people have shifted to working from home and are looking for a quiet and private space to work.

If you’re considering adding a garden office or room to your property, you may be wondering how it will affect the value of your home – it’s a good idea to work this out first before inv

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Will adding a garden room or office increase my home’s value?

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Not only was the demand for a garden office huge during lockdown, but that demand has also increased.

So much so, that the investment in creating a garden office is likely to be a canny one because research has shown that adding a garden room to your property can increase your home’s value by at least 5%.

Some surveys say a home could increase by between 7.5% and 10%. 

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The increase in your property’s value comes from:

• Having extra space;

• Attract buyers who want to work from home;

• Attracting buyers who have a hybrid-working lifestyle so will spend some time in the office and some work time at home.

Indeed, some research reveals that adding a garden office is the best way to boost your home’s value.

That means that for a home worth £300,000, you should expect a price boost of between £15,000 and £30,000 depending on the size and quality of your garden room.

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But while that looks like a great return on paper, the actual price boost will depend on:

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• The quality of the structure;

• How well it complements the existing property:

• It will need to be properly insulated.

 

Don’t forget too that by simply having a garden office, you will boost your home’s desirability to a potential buyer.

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How much will a garden room or office cost?

A well-designed garden room using quality materials can cost up to £10,000 to build – though you can pay a lot more!

You could consider a pre-built garden room to save costs so the builders will turn up with everything they need to construct a room having been premade.

Also, be aware of hidden costs so always check that delivery costs and connecting to an electricity supply are included.​