Working from home has its perks – no commute, more flexibility, and greater control over your environment. But to stay focused and motivated, your home workspace needs to be carefully considered. That’s where a garden office comes into its own.
A dedicated garden room provides the ideal separation between home and work life, helping you stay productive without sacrificing comfort. If you’re thinking about setting up a garden room as an office, here are a few practical design ideas to make sure it truly works for you.
PS: you may also find our blog about styling your home office interesting too – we talk about design tips, adding colour, plants and soft furnishings to make your garden room a place you WANT to work.
Start with your layout
Before thinking about furniture or colour schemes, focus on the practical layout. Do you need a single desk setup or space for two? Will clients be visiting? Do you need built-in storage or room for large equipment?
The modular nature of our garden rooms means you can configure them to suit your working style – whether that’s an open-plan space with plenty of light or a more enclosed, private office. Consider adding a partition wall to divide workspace from storage, or a seating area for breaks and video calls.
Make the most of natural light
Good light is essential for productivity – and garden rooms offer plenty of it. Position your desk near a window to reduce eye strain and improve mood. If you're facing a screen for most of the day, avoid direct glare by angling your workspace to one side of the natural light source.
Our garden rooms are designed with generous window and door options, so you can enjoy garden views without compromising on concentration. You can also choose to add blinds or tinted glazing for extra control.
Keep it comfortable
Comfort goes beyond a decent chair. Think about insulation, heating and airflow – all key to keeping your garden office usable all year round.
Every Verde garden room is built with insulated steel panels and high-quality double glazing as standard, keeping your workspace warm in winter and cool in summer. Add soft furnishings, rugs or acoustic panels to absorb sound and create a quieter, more focused environment.
If you’ll be spending long days working, think about investing in underfloor heating, a compact air conditioning unit or a smart heater to maintain a consistent temperature.
Don’t forget tech and power
A productive workspace needs reliable power and connectivity. Plan ahead for your electrical and tech requirements – from plug sockets to wifi.
Choose a garden room with integrated cable channels or specify your set-up during your at-home consultation. We can help you position power points, lighting and heating controls to keep your space clutter-free and efficient.
Plan your day your way
A garden office gives you the flexibility to structure your day as you choose. Whether you're stepping out with a coffee to start the morning or closing the doors at 5pm to ‘leave’ work, having a dedicated space makes a huge difference to balance and productivity.
Thinking about creating your own garden office? Book a free consultation and let us help you design a workspace that truly works – for every season.
