After building over 1,000 garden rooms across South East London, Kent, Surrey, and Sussex since 2004, we know the question everyone asks first: how much does a garden room cost? The honest answer is that it depends on size, specification, and how much your supplier includes in their quoted price. This guide gives you the…
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Most garden rooms do not need building regulations approval. If your garden room is under 30 square metres, single storey, and will not be used as a bedroom, it is very likely exempt. But there are important conditions around size, proximity to your boundary, electrical work, and plumbing that you need to understand before you…
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In our 55 years of experience optimising customers living space, we’ve learned a thing or two about garden office heating. Keeping your garden office warm in the winter and cool in the summer is extremely important. You’ll want access to a productive and optimally heated workspace that can be used 365 days a year. Garden…
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In this article, we will be discussing how much value a garden office will add to your home… …based on our 55 years of experience in the property and home improvement industry and our experience working with estate agents in the UK. Does a Garden Office Add Value To A Home? The good news is…
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The short answer: probably not One of the most common questions we hear from homeowners is whether they need planning permission before building a garden room. The good news is that most garden rooms fall within permitted development rights, meaning you won’t need to submit a planning application at all. We’ve installed over 1,000 garden…
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Yes, you can build a garden room in a conservation area. In most cases, a garden room placed in your rear garden will still fall under permitted development, even on conservation area land. But there are extra restrictions you need to know about, and in some cases you will need planning permission. Here is what…
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You might be considering doubling your garden office up as a spare bedroom for overnight guests or just using it as a getaway retreat space when the main house gets too crowded. Savills found that upsizing from a 3 to 4 bedroom house requires an extra £164,000 on average in the UK. Along with increased…
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If you are considering an office in your garden, understanding its function and usability is important. If you’re using the room as a home workspace, chances are you’ll need access to a comfortable and productive environment 365 days a year. A lot of people wonder whether garden offices are suitable for all-year round use, especially…
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Adding a garden room or garden office to your property can seem like an exciting prospect. But are garden rooms really worth the cost and effort? In this article, we’ll examine the pros and cons to help you decide if investing in a garden room is right for you. A garden room offers a flexible…
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Garden offices have become increasingly popular as more people work remotely or operate businesses from home. These spaces offer a quieter and more focused environment, away from the hustle of the main house. Yet, one key question arises for those considering this option: are garden offices tax deductible? In the UK, a garden office may…
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