Garden buildings have come a long way since the dark and dusty sheds of the early 2000s, where even the bravest of homeowners would shudder at the thought of spending winter working there.
Nowadays, garden rooms have become so much more. Growing interest has spurred major improvements to infrastructure and design, with garden rooms now offering full insulation, plenty of natural light, and an attractive exterior as well.
What has spurred growth in the sector?
Richard Bee, owner of Garden Office Buildings, has been closely following the growth of the sector, stating that “Interest in garden rooms has roughly doubled over the past 5 years, with buyers transforming their newly created space into an office, gym, music studio and even a yoga studio. The only limit with a garden room is your own creativity.”
It’s clear that utility and customisation are some of the most important factors when accounting for the growing popularity of garden rooms, however it is undeniable that the Coronavirus pandemic had a part to play as well.
When the UK entered lockdown and enforced strict working from home rules, it quickly became clear that working from the living room or kitchen was less than ideal. As the pandemic stretched on, garden rooms became an increasingly attractive option for remote workers, providing a peaceful environment which can greatly increase productivity.
Beyond COVID – What can we expect?
Following the pandemic, the garden room market remains buoyant, despite the end of working from home restrictions.
Remote working is officially here to stay, with approximately 26% of Brits planning to work from home permanently or occasionally moving forwards. This has resulted in the demand for a dedicated home office space remaining high.
Not only does a garden office provide a private space from which to work, but it can also be considered an investment into the property, with the potential to increase your home’s value significantly. Estate agents have openly recognised that garden rooms are increasingly sought after in today’s housing market.
Taking a look at the interest in garden rooms over the past few years, one can also see that seasonality plays a significant part. Interest tends to dip in winter, while growing rapidly in the spring. In 2022, however, recent economic uncertainty and a looming recession have led to homeowners being more cautious with their spending habits, which will most likely lead to quiet in the industry until Spring 2023.
While garden offices and rooms have been following this trend, Garden Office Buildings have continued to grow, recognising the demand for high-quality garden rooms in Kent & the surrounding areas. They offer a contemporary catalogue of standardised garden rooms, as well as bespoke buildings that can be customised to your individual needs.
Their friendly team is happy to discuss any questions or queries that you may have – get in touch today on 01689 818 400.