Land has never been more limited in the UK, with a University study warning that the country could run out of space by 2030.
This is a scenario that homeowners are becoming aware of, with families growing and new-build homes reducing in size every year.
However, the pull of the best schools, transport links and jobs are persuading people to sacrifice living in a larger property and instead be creative with the space they have.
In the past, homeowners have opted for a house extension or conservatory, depending on their requirements, to maximise capacity in their homes.
However, now, garden rooms are becoming a more popular alternative.
So, what makes a garden room different from a traditional extension or a conservatory?
No planning permission
Unlike a traditional extension or conservatory, garden rooms do not require planning permission and so the process of surveying a site, planning and building one can be completed in a much shorter period of time.
More affordable
Depending on the size and requirements of your garden room, it can often be a more cost-effective solution to the problem of increasing available space at your property.
As a comparison, an average 4mx5m extension in the UK can cost around £35,000 and £45,000 in London.
But, with a garden room, there are no expensive planning permission fees or unexpected costs along the way because everything you have to pay will be clearly outlined from the outset.
More modern
Garden rooms are a more modern solution that won’t stand out from your property in the way that a bright, white conservatory or a fresh bricked extension does.
They can seamlessly blend with the natural surroundings of a garden due to a neutral exterior colouring without too overbearing.
Less disruptive
There is nothing worse than having workmen traipse through your home every day for a six-month period, disrupting your daily life and often creating a layer of dirt and dust to clean.
Garden rooms, on the other hand, are far less disruptive and won’t require anyone to enter your home provided they have outdoor access to the back of your property.
More versatile
Conservatories can be great as an extension to a kitchen or living room but are not ideal as a gym or office space.
A direct connection to the rest of your home means that you will never truly be able to enjoy the space or privacy.
Not only that, in the summer, but conservatories are also notorious for becoming uncomfortably hot and require the doors to be constantly open.
A garden room, on the other hand, is one of the most versatile space additions you can make to your home. It can be a space to relax, a recreational room, an office, guest room or a gym – anything that you can think of.
An outdoor garden building can be built to a precise custom specification with central heating, air conditioning, electricity, water or other utilities so it meets your needs.
If you are interested in discovering more about how a garden room building could benefit your home, don’t hesitate to contact us today at Garden Room Sanctuary on 0175 646 1696 or send an email to enquiries@nullgardenroomsanctuary.co.uk.