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6 Creative Uses for a Garden Pod

Posted: 21st February 2019 | Posted By: Fran Taylor

When you buy a garden pod, it can be difficult to decide exactly what you'll use it for. If you've bought it because it looks wonderful in your garden (and I wouldn't blame you!), but you only have a vague idea about how you'll spend your time in it, these creative suggestions are exactly what you need. These 6 creative uses for a garden pod are bound to get the cogs of your imagination turning. If you're a creative soul... Read More...

A Garden Studio: Why a Garden Room is The Perfect Place to be Creative

Posted: 19th February 2019 | Posted By: Fran Taylor

When it comes to garden cabins, most people immediately imagine them as summer houses or office spaces but they can be used for so much more. The space can be whatever you make it and with a little imagination, you could transform your cabin into a tranquil garden studio in which you can let your creative juices run free! This is why we think you should consider a garden studio: Dedicated Space Having an entire area dedicated solely to your... Read More...

4 Great Ideas for Decorating Garden Log Cabins

Posted: 12th February 2019 | Posted By: Fran Taylor

Garden log cabins can be an exciting way to embark on a creative interior design adventure. There are thousands of possible ways to style your log cabin, but this can be a little overwhelming when trying to decide on a theme. The trick is to remember to keep it simple. A new log cabin will be a blank canvas, perfect for making your mark. However it can be easy to get caught up in adding to the decor in dribs... Read More...

Seven Great Reasons To Have Your Gym In A Garden Cabin

Posted: 8th February 2019 | Posted By: Fran Taylor

An at-home gym in your garden cabin could be just what you need to get fit this year! Traditionally, getting and staying fit would entail signing up to a costly gym membership. You would then have to venture out in all weathers - perhaps 3-4 times a week to make the most of it - and make time in your life for working out among long commutes, longer work days and family life. So, what is the solution? If you... Read More...

A Garden Summer House: The Ultimate Relaxing Retreat

Posted: 8th February 2019 | Posted By: Fran Taylor

Modern life is nothing if not hectic, which is why people have started making relaxation a priority. It's no surprise that garden summer house sales have increased for precisely this reason. Having a garden building separate from your house is perfect because you can sneak off and relax, closing yourself off to the chores and the distractions of the house; the ultimate luxury. Why should you choose a garden summer house? If your life is very busy (and perhaps a... Read More...

Garden Playrooms – Kick your kids out of the house

Posted: 30th January 2019 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

Garden playrooms are becoming a popular choice for parents. Having a separate building for the children's playroom may seem strange at first, but relocating the toys and the noise out of the house isn't such a bad idea. Why are parents moving towards garden playrooms? Several reasons! If you've been keeping up with the news, you'll probably have seen talk of the Netflix series. 'Tidying up with Marie Kondo' which encourages organisation and decluttering. You start by giving away or... Read More...

8 Reasons for a Garden home office

Posted: 29th January 2019 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

With working from home full or part time is becoming more common, it's no wonder that sales of insulated garden offices are increasing.Whether you're a freelancer, or taking advantage of the flexibility offered by your employers, there are so many good reasons to choose home working and you can't beat having a dedicated work space such as a garden office. If you've been thinking about getting a garden office, but haven't quite made the decision yet, here are eight reasons... Read More...

What’s a Garden Room?

Posted: 25th January 2019 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

A Garden room is a great way to create more space in your home and make better use of your garden. You won’t believe the uses they can be put to; from spas and games rooms to workshops and offices. At a mere fraction of the cost of an extension or conservatory, you could get yourself a stylish, modern and completely personalised wooden garden room, that will add thousands to the value of your property and be the pride of... Read More...

The Most Awesome Things About Working From Home

Posted: 9th May 2018 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

Many of us around the world are becoming more attracted to the idea of working from home, and rightfully so when you consider the plethora of benefits – Just ask the 5% who are actually willing to break up with their spouse just to be able to work from home! 82% of telecommuters reported lower stress levels when working from home, which in turn has correlated to a 69% decrease in absenteeism – just one example of how a better... Read More...

37 Inspiring Design Quotes to Live By

Posted: 19th March 2018 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

Quotes are a fantastic way to spark emotion and change within one another and change our perspectives on certain situations. Whether you're redesigning a room or figuring out a new career path - the quotes we’ve gathered below can be used for inspiration to kick start your projects, as a pick me up if your life seems off-track, to mend a broken relationship, or to even reinvigorate your passion for an old hobby — whatever you’re needing to live a fulfilling... Read More...

Top 22 Interior Design and Gardening Blogs to Follow

Posted: 15th February 2018 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

Whether you're an active member of the Pinterest and Instagram community, or you're open to exploring new and exciting blogs related to all things interior and garden - with our roundup of talented bloggers you'll never be stuck for new inspiration to follow. Bloggers are perfect for finding new and inspiring material. With a quick swipe on your smartphone you can open yourself up to a world of interior and garden enthusiasts with excellent taste, who can inspire you to... Read More...

24 Ways You Can Add Value To Your Property

Posted: 1st February 2018 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

Your home is probably one of the biggest investments you'll ever make, so adding features or maintaining what you already own is very important. Adding value to your property doesn't need to be a complicated or costly venture. If you want to work your way up the property ladder to purchase your dream home, it's useful to know about ways you can increase your own property's value to get the most out of a sale. Even the smallest changes around... Read More...

Home and Garden Trend Predictions for 2018

Posted: 4th January 2018 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

With the new year upon us and an abundance of trends throughout 2017 - we were very keen to speak to a range interior designers, landscapers and gardeners about what we should expect to see in 2018. The voices in our experts roundup range across the UK and all offer a variety of answers to suit even the most particular of tastes. Read on to see what the experts have to say in refreshing your home and garden decor this... Read More...

How a Garden Gym Can Revolutionise Your Training

Posted: 24th November 2017 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

Why Having a Garden Gym can Revolutionise your Lifestyle Whilst we’re a top choice for a new garden office or art studio - one of the most popular uses for our modern garden rooms is that of a home garden gym. With more and more people taking an interest in fitness and their own health, it is an investment in which the returns can be priceless for your health and wellbeing. UK gym membership spending is up by 44%, especially with... Read More...

How To Make Your Garden Room Airbnb Friendly

Posted: 31st October 2017 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

With Airbnb being an incredibly popular choice for tourists, it offers the opportunity to live like a local and experience the spatial and exterior architecture of your chosen destination – giving you an authentic experience. The most popular reason for choosing Airbnb is its value for money compared to a hotel (and sometimes even a hostel!) – So it’s no wonder hosts are becoming more creative with their properties and turning their extra space into additional income. There are more... Read More...

Your Go – To Modern Garden Rooms Guide (Infographic)

Posted: 7th September 2017 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

We're right in the midst of the booming market of garden rooms. Perhaps you've taken the plunge and bought your first garden room, or you're seriously considering one for your home business, study or music room. We here at Modern Garden Rooms are fully aware of a sea of questions that arise upon the consideration of a garden room: What else is a garden room actually used for? What are the legal legislation's surrounding garden rooms? How do I protect my... Read More...

Creating the Ultimate Home Office

Posted: 12th July 2017 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

Many regard working from a home office a luxury. Never having to deal with a commute to work or put up with a stuffy, uninspiring office environment sounds good, right? But not everyone realises that working from home can be tough, too. Differentiating home life and work life becomes challenging, and staying focused at home isn’t always easy. The key to getting the balance right and making the most of your time is having a good, inspiring working environment of... Read More...

Working from Home: The Complete Guide to the Best Jobs

Posted: 6th June 2017 | Posted By: ModernGardenRooms

For many people, the ultimate goal to is to be their own boss. Work for themselves, deal with their own way of working, grafting at something they love. And more often than not being your own boss means working from home. But which jobs are best suited to working from home and how do you get started in them? Below we’ve put together a comprehensive list of the best jobs to take up from home and the best guides out... Read More...