The official blog of Shed of the year (now in it's 20th year)
In the recent year, a lot of the Grand Designs TV builds have shifted toward smaller, smarter, tiny-house-style cabins—beautiful structures that prove you don’t need a sprawling footprint to create something breathtaking. These compact...
Why It Matters and How to Do It When it comes to garden sheds in the UK, most people focus on size, doors, windows, and whether it will leak—but cladding is just as important....
Why Shed Books Make Perfect Gifts going into 2026 For people who love their shed — whether it’s a workshop, a hideaway, a creative studio, or just “their space” — a book about sheds,...
Here is a detailed breakdown of the build, having a closer look at the techniques and materials used by Matt from Badger Workshop. With the arrival of autumn, the temperature drops and the rain...
Powerful Tips for Creating stained-glass in your garden shed – both for USA and UK markets [Ultimate Guide] Why Stained Glass in a Garden Shed Works (Space, Light, Budget) Setting up a small studio...
Drew Builds Stuff is one of those channels that makes you want to grab a coffee, put on headphones, and just sink into the build—calm narration, crisp ASMR tool sounds, and projects that swing...
It started, as all great debates do, with a pint of ale and a sudden flash of nostalgia in a dimly lit corner of a proper pub. “You know what the telly is missing...
Seriously, the off-grid dream is the best dream. It’s that perfect mix of quiet solitude and pure, unfiltered self-sufficiency. And while we’ve seen amazing handmade cabins over the 20 years of Shed of the Year, the...
The Botanic is a Victorian-style greenhouse–potting shed hybrid with serious practicality: bright glazing for healthy growth, a dedicated potting bay at bench height, and a solid timber build that stands up to UK weather...
Imagine stepping out into your garden, not just for a breath of fresh air, but to escape to your own private retreat. A glamping pod offers just that – a luxurious, comfortable space that...
