Practical advice for planning and building UK garden rooms, offices, and workshops.
Everything you need to know about planning, budgeting, and building garden rooms in the UK — written by a DIYer for DIYers.
Most UK garden rooms don't need planning permission under permitted development rules. This guide walks you through the exact criteria — height limits, size restrictions, and when permission is actually required.
Read Guide →Real 2026 costs for DIY garden rooms. Why online pricing is misleading, what a 3×4m office actually costs (£8,500–£11,000 including foundation and electrics), and where the money goes.
Read Guide →Complete guide to UK timber frame construction. Learn CLS timber sizes (47×100, 47×150), stud spacing (400mm vs 600mm), wall build-ups, and how to calculate exact quantities.
Read Guide →Comparing log cabin kits and timber frame construction. Build time, insulation, costs, comfort, and which method suits your project. Includes side-by-side comparison table.
Read Guide →Clear guidance on what you can DIY and when to bring in the experts. Covers foundations, timber framing, electrical work (Part P), and scope limits for permitted development garden rooms.
Read Guide →Calculate accurate material quantities based on UK timber frame standards.