If you’re thinking about a garden office, you’re not alone – especially in the UK. Based on recent trends and our own experience, these buildings are optimal choices for households across the country. Functional, compact, and durable, they are often sought after for installation in backyards, beloved gardens, and other outdoor spaces to enhance the view. Of course, the versatility of our garden offices should not be overlooked – especially the size options, which make it easy to place them in most gardens without too much trouble. If that sounds like the ideal setup for you, continue reading below to see some of our favourites and learn more about what matters to us here at Quick-garden.co.uk.
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Why Is Wood a Great Choice for Your Garden Office?
You’ll find plenty of designs on Quick-garden.co.uk, and all of them are indeed showcasing slow-grown conifer timber in the most flattering ways. While the look is quaint and appealing, this material was chosen for several reasons beyond style and versatility.
Natural insulation and other thermal properties
Firstly, timber is a great building block. It possesses the qualities needed for lasting construction, one of which is natural insulation. It is utilised to its full potential with the tongue and groove method that leaves our garden offices airtight. What is more, we also offer insulation, which helps sandwich the heat and keep the building cosy throughout the year.
Ecological and sustainable advantages
Since wood is an eco-friendly material, it’s definitely a good choice sustainability-wise. It’s a regenerative resource, and we only use wood sourced from FSC-certified forests. If you are environmentally conscious, this should help ease your mind about the level of impact of purchasing one of our garden offices. Besides, if you have any wood left over, you can also repurpose it – a common practice amongst our customers. We’re all for reusing precious resources!
Legal & Permit Considerations in the United Kingdom
Whether you’re considering a small garden office or a larger model, the planning should be taken seriously. When it comes to legislation in the UK, a commonly voiced question is whether Planning permission will be needed to start the project of your dreams. In short, it truly depends. If the garden office meets certain technical criteria (size, height, and such), it may not need Planning permission, saving time and additional costs. If you’re looking to bypass this process, take a look at the models that have the “Planning friendly” note next to them. This means that they will most likely be good to go without needing to fill out that type of paperwork for the local authorities. We always advise checking in with them, though!
How to Make Your Garden Office Weather‑Proof
A garden office can be a great shelter from the wind and the rain – a place where one can feel peaceful, relaxed, and free to create or express themselves. Reaching this point in time may not be as difficult as it seems. Here’s how.
Initial planning – location, foundation, and other points to map out
Let’s start with the placement of your outdoor office, studio, storage, or the like. Make sure it will be easily accessible, not too close to the edges of the territory (this is to do more with bypassing the Planning permission), and the foundation is as solid as they come. On Quick-garden.co.uk, you can choose between three different types of foundation: concrete base, concrete slabs, and the timber frame one. You can read about them here, on our Foundation page.
Annual maintenance routines
Another way to protect your chosen garden office from moisture damage is to make sure to apply treatment to the wood. You should do this once per year. Don’t forget to also make sure the building remains airtight. The air inside the rooms should be able to move freely, though. Ventilate by opening the windows regularly, or, better yet, install a recuperator. You can add one to your order – just check if it’s available as an extra below the garden office you’re checking out.
Cost Estimates & Long‑Term Value
While a cheaper price offer may draw the eye, the crucial differences don’t lie there. A garden office will pay off, of course, in the monetary sense or the one more to do with fulfillment. However, if we’re only looking at the practical side of things, we always recommend the options that have the most longevity. In this case, the insulated garden offices are worth a second look (or more).
Let’s check out a few options that are truly good bargains, especially considering the lower electricity bills in the future, plus less maintenance costs. In this case, we’re talking about TONIA, PIA PLUS, and AMARA with a shed. These insulated garden offices (if you choose so) are extra stylish, spacious, and multifunctional. Let’s look at them one by one.
TONIA, which comes in sizes of 12, 15, 20, and 25 m², is a very practical choice. This model offers a very bright room that you can furnish however your heart desires, ready to enjoy the sunshine on your own terms. If you like unexpected design choices, such as an asymmetrical roof, this garden office should delight you. However, if you’d like more space, PIA PLUS offers two rooms and a terrace, so you would have more freedom in a structure like this.
Finally, AMARA is yet another modern creation with a cool feature – a shed for your belongings. This garden office itself is also undeniably appealing, with tall double-glazed windows and a layer of pretty vertical cladding. The minimalistic design is also very versatile, blending into most environments. Give AMARA some thought!
- Thermally insulated
- Stylish asymmetrical shape
- Available in 12 m², 15 m², 20 m², 25 m²
Special Price: £5,848.00
How about an enticing yet practical new garden building that your family and your guests will love spending time in? This AMARA model can be exactly that, what with the layout that can be turned into a lounge and a separate storage room, plus the elegant design. The look draws inspiration from modern minimalism, including sophisticated vertical cladding and numerous aluminium sliding windows. We recommend adding a terrace to get the full look and extend the functionality even further! For your utmost convenience, an insulated version of this model is available as well.
- Modern vertical cladding
- Aluminium sliding windows & doors
- Insulated version available
Special Price: £9,007.00
Cosy, functional, and incredibly sleek – that's PIA PLUS for you! With 2 rooms inside and a terrace to comfortably lounge on, the hours will go by unnoticed. The beautiful double-pitched roof will provide a nice shade and a pretty sight, adding character to the structure. Moreover, the double doors will provide ample space to move and bring your chosen furniture in. There's enough room for a kitchenette, and the area next door provides space for a bathroom. Put your feet up with style and grace in PIA PLUS! For your utmost convenience, an insulated version of this model is available as well.
- Stunning vertical cladding with decorative details
- A terrace with an option to extend it
- Insulated version available
Special Price: £7,240.00
Build It Yourself or Choose Our Assembly Service?
With prefabricated construction, you always have a choice. At Quick-garden.co.uk, all models come with installation instructions, the necessary toolkit, and more. If you’re up for a DIY project, you’re free to save some costs and construct your garden office in a matter of days (usually up to a week). Of course, there’s always the Assembly service we offer as an extra to your order – a team of professionals that can install the model faster and with lots of expertise. Besides, if the warranty is a factor for you, it is only valid when the service is used.
Do you feel closer to making a decision? If so, please contact our experts at 02070994301, and we’ll make your project stand out!
