The client wanted to repurpose an existing 1950s brick outbuilding into a warm, usable garden room without extending the main house. The aim was to retain the character of the original structure while creating a flexible, year-round space that could function as a home office and a relaxed summer chill area.

The building had previously been divided into two small rooms with separate doors, making it dark and impractical. By removing the internal partition and reworking the access, the layout was opened up and visually connected to the garden, patio, and surrounding vegetable beds.

Completed Projects

Project 1: West End, Swanland - HU14

Completion Date: 2025

Original Use: External toilet (1950s), later used as general storage and partitioned into two small rooms

Converted To: Fully insulated home office / summer house, opening directly onto a bistro table and fire pit area overlooking the vegetable garden

Duration: Approx. 4 weeks

Key Features:

• Internal partition wall removed (non load bearing) to create a single open-plan space
• Both original door openings blocked up and externally rendered for a clean, seamless finish
• New garden-facing entrance created using reclaimed wooden summer house doors
• Bespoke timber frame built to suit the custom reclaimed doors
• Vaulted ceiling installed to maximise ceiling height and natural light
• Exposed roof beams painted black for contrast and character
• New PVC window fitted to improve daylight and ventilation
• Fully insulated for comfortable year-round use
• Decorated throughout in French grey for a calm, modern feel
• Four wall-mounted lights installed for soft, even lighting