Top Uses For Summer Houses Beyond Relaxation

Relaxation is a vital component of leading a healthy lifestyle, yet finding enough space and quiet in our hectic world to allow for true restfulness can often prove challenging.

Summer houses provide the ideal solution. These garden rooms can serve as anything from stylish retreats for socializing to tranquil reading nooks.

1. A Garden Studio

Garden studios are an excellent way to utilize a summer house. Ideal for writers seeking a quiet place to write or artists seeking creative stimulation, this type of garden building provides a quiet retreat where they can focus solely on their craft without distraction. Plus it provides the ideal venue to welcome friends for afternoon tea parties and bohemian feasts!

Summer houses differ from shed ideas in that they provide more of an artistic addition to a garden than simply functional storage space for tools. A beautifully furnished garden building can become an atelier for writers, poets, painters, sculptors and other forms of artists to gather in peace to work while enjoying fresh air while creating their art pieces – while stringing pretty festoon lights over its roof may add even further magic and create a magical ambience!

For summer houses that double as bars, look for designs with side storage sheds for drinks and snacks. One such design is the BillyOh Nightjar which comes in 7ft x 7ft and 8ft x 8ft models (close to 12ft x 12ft), including a bar table that doubles as both prep area and seating for up to four people – just add a fridge with essential bar supplies to create an ideal entertainment spot at home!

To help prevent damp in garden buildings, look for designs with breathable membranes such as Malvern Garden Buildings’ octagonal summer houses linings containing Ufoil that allow moisture out but no water in. This will help decrease condensation and dampness significantly when opening windows often.

2. A Reading Retreat

Summer houses (also referred to as garden sheds or garden rooms) are typically constructed with wider doors, more windows, and insulated interiors that make it comfortable to enjoy all year-round. Some even make great places for relaxing and socialising as well as serving as art studios or home offices!

Create your own private reading oasis without leaving your garden with this elegant space for reading retreat. Choose comfy seating, plush pillows and cozy blankets to create an inviting nook; consider installing shelves to showcase all your books as well.

As it may take some getting used to, reading retreats are an ideal opportunity to unplug from electronic devices and focus on relaxing with a good book. They also make great spots for reconnecting with friends and family over board games or conversations around dinner or campfires.

Gaming summer houses offer the ideal way for those with more active lifestyles to indulge their passion for video games. You can outfit it with consoles, high-end PCs designed specifically for hardcore gamers and comfortable gaming chairs; then finish off the look by adding posters, memorabilia and themed decor – it will truly become your own gaming retreat.

As an eye-catching garden feature, a summer house can add life and excitement to any outdoor space. Choose a vibrant hue like turquoise for maximum effect; or, for something more discreet, select an earthy tone such as rich khaki to blend it seamlessly into the plot and give the illusion that its structure grows out of it naturally.

3. An Al Fresco Dining Spot

If you’re searching for an outdoor dining spot to enjoy leisurely meals in, a summer house could be the ideal spot. While most sheds serve solely as storage solutions, summer houses usually include seating, tables and amenities like electricity/lighting that make the space inviting year-round use.

Many people use summer houses as extra lounges, creating an ideal spot for relaxation with books or hosting guests and family. Boasting large windows and doors that let in plenty of natural light while connecting their interior with their garden, summer houses provide ample light while offering views from every seat in your summer house. With al fresco dining possible thanks to this feature.

4. A Party Room

Summer houses add a fresh approach to outdoor entertainment. A garden building like the BillyOh Petra Tongue and Groove Reverse Apex Summerhouse provides a sheltered place for al fresco dining, complete with barbecue grill, seating area, extra chairs for creating informal bar seating areas or even installing wood-burners – the latter option making this summer house perfect for hosting garden parties and barbecues! Plus they’re handy places for storage of food and drink as well as napkins/utensils after meals are finished off after each meal is complete!

A peaceful garden retreat provides the ideal spot for relaxation, reading, or entertaining friends and family. A standard summer house can easily transform into a reading nook, hobby space, or office; for people working from home a bespoke summerhouse provides dedicated concentration space without interruptions.

Many people choose a summer house as a tranquil space to unwind and unwind, with dimmable lamps and peaceful virtual windows featuring nature scenes providing soothing ambience. A summer house can also serve as a professional sensory room if used by business owners like therapists and wellness coaches as a small retreat from daily stressors.

With proper planning, expert installation service and regular maintenance, a summerhouse can provide all-year enjoyment. If you’re considering adding one to your property, contact Designer Garden Rooms now – we offer a variety of styles and sizes to fit in seamlessly with any landscape! Give us a call now to see how we can transform your garden into one you will love using year after year!

5. A Pet-Friendly Retreat

Summer houses or garden pavilions can make ideal pet-friendly retreats that allow both you and your furry companion to unwind from everyday family life. It provides you both with some peace and quiet to play games or read, or simply unwind peacefully together – some garden buildings even come equipped with fully enclosed yards for their safety!

If you’re an avid gardener, a summer house can make the ideal environment for your gardening work. Not only can you use it to store tools and planters safely away, but you could even set up your greenhouse or vegetable patch! Plus a summer house provides your children with an idyllic outdoor playroom where they can unplug from technology!

As mentioned previously, a summer house can provide the ideal refuge from daily stressors and provide an ideal setting for meditation. A calm environment provides ample opportunity to focus on breathing exercises while freeing your mind of clutter – it even serves as a great platform for practicing a daily ritual that becomes increasingly effective over time!

Summer houses provide limitless possibilities when it comes to their uses. From making them inviting with stringing fairy lights or adding a macrame wall hanging, to clever storage solutions that hide away extra blankets or toys; there’s so much you can do with summer houses in your garden all year round! Browse our wide range of summer houses today and discover one that meets all of your criteria.