Eco-Friendly Foundations
Giant ground screws provide a more sustainable and mess-free alternative to concrete. We use giant ground screws to create a strong and level foundation. They’re a lower carbon alternative to concrete, use fewer resources and work in better harmony with the environment. Ground screw foundations also avoid the need for excavation and heavy machinery, which limits damage and mess in your garden. It is estimated that a 4m x 5m timber garden room requires a minimum of 1 tonne of cement, producing 1.25 tonnes of embedded carbon. The same size garden room requires 16 ground screws (weighing only 8.5kg), producing
What is Virtual Build?
Into the Garden Room works in partnership with Virtual Build to help you to create your ideal space by enabling you to visualise all aspects of your garden room design in detail long before the construction begins. We listen to your comments and work closely with you to help create your ideal room, tailored to your specific requirements. Virtual Build is headed by an architect and with over 30 years experience in architectural presentation in our team, we are able to use an array of tools and skills that have been developed to help you experience your room virtually. We
What is Biophilic Design?
Biophilic design is an architectural approach that allows you to experience/connect more closely with various aspects of nature, but from the sheltered comfort of your garden room. Numerous studies point to the benefits of connecting with nature to improve our sense of health and wellbeing, yet we spend much of our lives indoors. Our biophilic design approach considers natural light, shadows and fresh air in your garden room, right through to your view and using natural build materials. The result? A healthy, calm and productive space that creates a sense of harmony between your garden room and outside. By blurring
How to divide a garden into rooms?
Even if you have a small garden, you may still be able to get a garden room to divide up the space. We can provide you with a garden room that is separated into different rooms. Some garden rooms consist of a single room that is divided into different zones, while other garden rooms have separate rooms with their own entrances, so it depends on what you want. ""
How to furnish a garden room?
You can furnish your garden room any way you wish, just like you would a room in your home. The furniture you use depends on how you will use it. For example, you could add a desk, chairs and shelves for a garden office, or you could furnish it with comfy chairs and a sofa if you want to use it as a place to relax. ""
How to insulate a summer house?
Our summer houses are insulated using high-quality insulation so you don’t have to worry about insulating your garden room later. We also use double-glazed windows and doors to help your summer house stay cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. ""
How to keep a summer house warm in winter?
Our summer houses are insulated and have double-glazed windows and doors for your comfort, and they can be used all year round. However, you might also want to heat your summer house during the winter, and an electric convection heater is a simple and effective way to keep it warm when being used. ""
What is a summer house?
A summer house is a garden room that is used as a place to relax, entertain guests and enjoy being in your garden. They usually contain comfortable chairs and large glass windows and doors so you can enjoy the view. Despite the name, our summer houses can be used all year round because they are insulated to keep you warm during the winter months. ""
Are garden rooms soundproof?
Most of our garden rooms are not soundproof. However, we do provide this option in case you want to use your garden room as a music studio, for example, so please ask us about this option and we’ll be happy to explain more. ""
How to heat a garden office?
You can heat your garden office by using a small portable electric heater. Electric convection heaters can quickly heat up a garden room, and because our garden offices are well insulated, the heat will stay inside to keep you warm even during the winter. We also offer underfloor heating as an extra. ""
