With the ever-changing retail landscape in Australia, more and more business owners are moving away from rented premises and setting up at home & online.

Penny recently made this move. After years of paying rent for a retail space, Penny decided to move her Interior Decorating business to a Melwood studio in her backyard, and couldn’t be happier.

“For twelve years I owned a shop with gifts homewares and decorating and paid rent. Earlier this year I decided to close the shop and move my decorating business to my home…and created my dream working environment”

Penny’s Backyard Interior Design Studio is the Melwood Porch20 which is 6.3m long x 3.2m wide.

Finding the right studio

“It didn’t take me long to find my ultimate garden studio at Melwood Cabanas. I loved all the different designs and the quality of the Cabanas that I saw at the show site.”

Penny’s ultimate garden studio is the Melwood Porch No.20. It measures 6.3m long by 3.2m wide, providing plenty of space inside without taking over the garden.

As Penny found, one of the most important steps in choosing a garden room is to visit a display centre.

We are also offering virtual display visits via video chat to make it even easier for you. Click here to book a virtual or in-person display visit.

Setting up shop (at home)

Once the studio was delivered & installed, it was time for the exciting part – painting, fitting out & decorating the studio.

“My husband John built display cabinets housing all my fabric and wallpaper samples. He laid floating floorboards and I have blinds displayed on the windows.”

Penny and John were able to complete all of the fit-out themselves except electrical, and have created the perfect space for showcasing the wide range of products & finishes available to Penny’s clients.

Inside the studio. Penny’s husband laid floorboards and created the cabinets to display the options available to clients. The windows are also used to display blinds & curtains.

“I get a thrill every time a client pitter-patters down the pathway and I hear the oohs and aahs as she expresses delight at my new surrounds 💗”

Save tax with your new studio

With the Australian Government’s Asset Incentive, your new Studio could significantly reduce your tax bill! Click here to read more on the ATO website, and speak to your accountant for further information.

Ready to get your own Studio?

If you’re ready to set up your business at home with a secure & stylish studio, the next step is to fill out this form & download our brochure.

We will be in contact in the next few days to answer your questions and help you take the next steps to bring your creative studio to life!