The site for this client’s new garden office, which is a neat rectangular shape, is tucked away at the end of the plot. Measuring 3200mm x 6000mm it is a good size and will have windows looking out over established planting to the south and west. Two design problems to overcome are 1) excessive solar gain and glare and 2) the client requires a considerable amount of storage. Solutions may include a small veranda to shield the sun possibly with external shutters and bespoke storage using the vertical space as much as possible. All this on a very tight budget and services have to be brought in – electricity and WIFI.
My first decision is whether to go for a prefabricated garden office and fit out the interior to meet the client’s needs or to design from scratch and use a local builder for a bespoke size and shape. Cost is a major factor in this decision. Let’s get to the drawing board!!
