Garden rooms are incredibly sought-after, providing an outside space to retreat to that can be used for a wide range of purposes. Whether you use a garden room for relaxing, entertaining, studying, working or to pursue hobbies, how you style the interior of the room can make a big difference to the overall look and feel of it. Your choice of interior design can also ensure the garden room is fit for purpose and matches your individual style preferences, character and personality.
If you’re thinking about getting a new garden studio for your outside space, or you’re considering revamping an existing garden room, this article will provide you with the interior garden room ideas and inspiration you need, as well as what to consider when decorating your garden building.
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Decorative pieces to add
There are lots of different ways you can design and decorate the living space of your garden room, so think about what kind of furniture and furnishings you may wish to incorporate.
No matter what you’ll use your outdoor living space for, you’ll need somewhere to sit and relax. Whether you opt for a comfy sofa or a few chairs will largely depend on how you intend to use the room, and how much space you’ve got to play with. You’ll probably need to consider adding a table or desk to sit or eat at, so think about different styles of furniture, such as wood or metal.
You may also wish to enhance the look and feel of your outside space by adding decorative items to the walls, such as mirrors or eye-catching wall art. Shelving can also be added to walls for practical and aesthetic purposes, or free-standing cabinets for storing useful items you might need.
Sculptures, figures and even plants can also be incorporated into your garden room décor to reflect your individual style, and may enhance a particular theme or add greenery to suit an outdoor area. No matter how you choose to decorate your garden room, our Garden Retreats pods can be designed to fit your preferences, with plenty of wall and floor design choices. Our pods are also modular, so not only can you pack up your decorative pieces to take with you when you move, but you can take your garden room too. You can start customising your very own garden pod here.
Things to consider before decorating your garden room
When decorating a garden room, be mindful of what you add to your space. Try to include essential items that will be functional and aesthetically pleasing, all the while enhancing your personal style. If you only have a small space, filling it with too many items will make it look cluttered and untidy, and won’t create the inviting atmosphere you’re after. Consider the basics, such as furniture, and then add some home accessories to suit your space perfectly.
Lighting is a key consideration, as it helps set the right tone and atmosphere as well as provides a practical purpose. The quantity and type of lighting you need may depend on a number of factors. For instance, if your garden room receives lots of natural light, you might only need one or two small lamps. However, if your space is located in a shady part of the garden, and you intend to use the room in winter where natural light is scarce, consider larger options and mood lighting. If you intend to use your extra space as a garden office for working or studying, you’ll probably need task lighting such as a desk lamp.
You can use some clever design tricks to make a small space feel larger when considering decorating ideas, such as adding mirrors or opting for light colours.
Of course, your decorating ideas will also be influenced by how much money you’ve got to spend, so work out your budget before you start conjuring up ideas for your outdoor space.
When decorating your garden room, you’ll also need to consider how much maintenance it will need over time. With our garden pods, nothing ever needs painting or replacing, so they’re great for those looking for zero maintenance garden room solutions. We also implement materials such as glass fibre and carbon fibre, which are strong and durable, and create a contemporary garden room setting.
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Decorating tips and ideas
An important aspect when decorating and styling your garden studio or retreat is deciding what colour scheme to use. Some people stick to neutral shades, as these are eternally popular and never seem to go out of fashion. Neutral tones also create a relaxing and calming setting, so are ideal if you want your outside space to reflect this.
However, other colour choices should be considered, depending on how you intend to use your room. Bold colours are ideal if you want to use your retreat for entertaining as they’re stimulating, while shades such as yellow or blue are perfect for creative pursuits. If you use the room for working, studying or hobbies, these may help to get your creative juices flowing. Whatever colour scheme you’re interested in, Garden Retreats customers can choose the desired shades to match their preferences.
Think also about whether you want to create a traditional or modern style, as this can influence how you decorate the room, including colour and material choices.
Whatever your garden room will be used for, always consider the function of the space when decorating. It should have all the items it requires for comfort and practical purposes, whilst being accessible and free from excessive clutter.
The Garden Retreats pod
Garden Retreats pods make the ideal garden room, and there are lots of different options that enable you to design, style and decorate a room to your personal taste.
Customers can choose from three different pod sizes, and the modular, flexible design means that more pods can be added in the future. Our stunning garden rooms can also be easily taken down and transported if you decide to sell your house. Decking and a roof terrace with a spiral staircase can also be added to the pod, either at the time of installation or further down the line.
The pods are maintenance-free, so you don’t need to worry about painting them, and the choice of wipe-clean wall panels and floor tiling also means less work and more enjoyment of your outdoor room.
As they are made from carbon fibre as opposed to wood, the pod materials are durable and won’t expand or deteriorate. Plus, having composite material cladding eliminates condensation, making your space comfortable to be in all-year round. An industry-leading British warm roof system with a U-value of 0.18 will also keep your garden building warm, and the inclusion of heating (controlled by a smartphone) and electrics will further enhance your comfort and enjoyment.
The materials used are also energy-efficient, requiring 75% less energy for production and transportation than steel, making Garden Retreats pods ideal for those who prefer making sustainable choices.
Garden Retreats pods can be quickly fitted together on-site for fast and efficient installation, so why not start living the dream with your Garden Retreats pod today?