Find companies who can create your ideal creative workspace
Use the filters below to discover companies who design and build in your area — from small pods for drawing or sewing to larger studios for painting or pottery, with space to store and showcase your finished pieces. These companies design for year-round comfort and the safe storage of your work, tailoring the layout and finishes around how you like to create. They also understand the practical requirements of a functional studio, from insulation and lighting to power and ventilation.
Find companies who can create your ideal creative workspace
Use the filters below to discover companies who design and build in your area — from small pods for drawing or sewing to larger studios for painting or pottery, with space to store and showcase your finished pieces. These companies design for year-round comfort and the safe storage of your work, tailoring the layout and finishes around how you like to create. They also understand the practical requirements of a functional studio, from insulation and lighting to power and ventilation.
Find companies who can create your ideal creative workspace
Use the filters below to discover companies who design and build in your area — from small pods for drawing or sewing to larger studios for painting or pottery, with space to store and showcase your finished pieces. These companies design for year-round comfort and the safe storage of your work, tailoring the layout and finishes around how you like to create. They also understand the practical requirements of a functional studio, from insulation and lighting to power and ventilation.
Find companies who can create the type of creative studio you have in mind and work in your area
Find companies who can create the type of creative studio you have in mind and work in your area
Working from a Garden Studio
A garden studio can be a highly functional creative space for year-round use. With insulated walls, floors, and roofs, and fitted with power and lighting, these buildings provide stable conditions for working with different mediums — whether painting, sewing, pottery, or digital art. Studios can also be fully connected to the internet, making them just as suitable for design work or editing as for traditional crafts. Positioning your studio in the garden creates a sense of separation from the home, giving you a dedicated place to focus on your creativity.
Where Garden Studio Companies Work
Not every garden studio company operates nationwide. When you search by location, you’ll see companies that have told us they cover your part of the UK. They may not be physically based nearby, but they have installation teams who regularly travel to your region. This is common in the industry, and experienced companies are skilled in managing logistics, ensuring your studio is delivered and built to the same high standard wherever you are.
Garden Studio Sizes
You can filter results by the overall footprint of the studio. Most companies offer a wide range of sizes, though some specialise in either very compact or extra-large designs. For reference:
- Super Mini – under 5sqm: ideal for sketching, small craft projects, or as a writing retreat.
- Small – 5–10sqm: suits one artist with an easel or sewing station.
- Medium – 10–20sqm: allows for larger canvases, a kiln, or multiple work areas.
- Large – 20–30sqm: perfect for multi-room layouts, mixing storage and working zones.
- Extra Large – over 30sqm: spacious enough for combining studio and display areas or other uses alongside the creative space (these sizes require Building Regulations approval).
Garden Studio Design Routes
Garden studios can be bought in two main ways:
- Pre-Designed – Choose from set ranges with a palette of layouts and finishes. These are often quicker to order and ideal if you want a straightforward but well-specified studio.
- Bespoke – Work with a designer to shape every element, from the size and glazing to storage and finishes. Bespoke design is particularly useful for artists who need specific features such as sinks, durable interior finishes, or extra height.
Multi-Room Garden Studios
Most studios are open-plan, but many companies can divide the footprint into multiple rooms. This is useful if you want a main workspace alongside a storage area for canvases or materials, or even a display space for finished pieces. A studio can also combine more than one use — for example, an art space and a garden gym.
Garden Studio Rooflines
Studios usually feature either a mono-pitched or dual-pitched roof. Mono-pitched designs create a contemporary profile and are often kept under 2.5m to meet Permitted Development rules. Dual-pitched designs offer a traditional look and allow for vaulted ceilings, which provide valuable extra height and can incorporate roof windows to bring in top light — ideal for artists.
Garden Studio Core Structures
Two popular systems are used for insulated garden studios:
- SIPs (Structural Insulated Panels) – Highly insulated, precision-manufactured panels that form the structure and are assembled quickly on site.
- Insulated Timber Frame – A traditional build-up of framing, insulation, and cladding, often incorporating multiple layers for comfort in every season.
Both systems produce strong, durable buildings, but some buyers prefer the flexibility of timber frame, while others value the speed and thermal performance of SIPs.
Garden Studio Storage Solutions
It’s increasingly common to integrate storage into the studio design rather than rely on a separate shed. This keeps materials and finished work close at hand while preserving garden space. Storage rooms can be fitted with durable OSB or plywood linings, shelving, and even external access doors, ensuring paints, tools, or equipment are neatly organised.
Garden Studio with Covered Outdoor Space
Some studio ranges can include covered decks or verandas, providing sheltered space for working outdoors in fine weather or taking breaks between projects. These areas can also double as informal display zones or spaces for entertaining once the day’s work is done.
Garden Studio with Bathroom
Adding a cloakroom or shower room can make a creative studio self-contained, especially for long working days or when running workshops. Some companies build the space ready for your own plumber, while others handle all the groundworks and connections to the mains as part of their turnkey service.
Garden Studio with Kitchen
A kitchen area can make your studio more independent, whether for washing brushes, cleaning tools, or preparing refreshments. As with bathrooms, some companies will manage full installation, while others leave the space ready for fitting later.
Garden Studio Project Management
Some people prefer one company to manage the entire project — from design and foundations through to the final plumbing and electrics. Others are happy to arrange certain parts themselves. Our filters help you find companies that match your preferred approach.
Garden Studio Finance Options
A creative studio is a significant investment. Some suppliers offer finance packages to help spread the cost, making it easier to plan your budget. Our filters highlight companies that provide finance, with links to further details.
Garden Studio Site Challenges
Not every site is straightforward. Some companies are more experienced at overcoming challenges such as sloping ground, proximity to trees, or irregular-shaped gardens. Suitable foundations, sensitive layouts, and bespoke footprints can all help integrate a studio into tricky sites. Use our filters to find designers who have tackled similar conditions before.