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Award-winning Artist Takes Us Inside Her Backyard Studio

Award winning Sydney based artist, Kathrin takes us through her Melwood Art Studio, home to her famous portrait of Kate Ceberano, and many more awe-inspiring pieces. Kathrin chose the Melwood Mod design, a favourite for art studios. The fixed highlight windows at the top of the front wall provide an ideal light-filled space to work […]

Inside Julie’s Beautiful Cabana, a Heartfelt Tribute to Her Dad

  It’s a heart-warming story of two Melwood cabanas. One old. One new. And it’s where a daughter found inspiration to honour the memory of her late father. “Dad used to love to come down here, have a drink, and watch the kids in the water.” When Julie’s father, Jim, passed away in 2018, she […]

Shed Insulation Melwood Insulated Shed

Melwood cabanas and garden rooms are better insulated than most houses these days. Insulation and sarking are standard features of all Melwood prefab structures, providing comfort all year round. 50mm Anticon insulation is included in the roof, keeping out the summer heat and stopping the warmth from leaving your garden room in winter. With pre-fitted […]

Boost Productivity with an Outdoor Studio

  With Covid restrictions still in place, our backyards have become sanctuaries and retreats. Making the most of your outdoor space is now one of the most valuable home improvement projects you could undertake. When Bob and Merinda needed a dedicated creative hub, they had a Melwood installed.     “We needed a space that […]

A Multi-Purpose Space for a Growing Family

  As Covid-19 continues to impact our lives, the need for more room and multi-functional spaces is in higher demand than ever before. “This is only a 600 square metre block, so it’s a small block when you think that we have a front yard, the house, and the pool.” Long before the pandemic, France, […]

A Work From Home Studio Built to Last

As working from home becomes the new norm, the trend is here to stay.  According to McCrindle Research, the future of work is likely to be hybrid, with 61 percent of Australians looking for a mix of working from home and in the office.  “It’s fantastic; I wouldn’t be without it.”  Melwood customers Heather and […]

All-white inspiration for a summery garden room

When you want to make a statement in your backyard, a crisp, white garden room is a sure winner. We’ve seen it used in all of our designs, from modern to traditional, and gathered up our favourite photos to inspire you. Scroll down to take a look at some of our favourite all-white Melwood garden […]

6 Reasons a Pool Cabana is the best way to Create Poolside Shade

    A lot of homeowners realise (after putting in a pool) that they don’t have any shaded area poolside!   We all know the feeling of hot bricks or tiles under the Aussie summer sun. It’s definitely not somewhere you want to lie down!   It’s important to create a cool, shaded area where […]

5 New Ways You Can Use a Garden Room This Summer

Summer’s nearly here and we’re all looking forward to spending more time outdoors with family & friends. This Summer, Aussies are investing in their own outdoors: garden rooms, entertainment areas and backyard pools; to create the Resort Feel at Home. We take a look at 5 unique & inspiring ways you can use the humble […]

Top 5  Melwood Pool Cabanas (and how to create your own)

The weather’s warming up & holidays are on their way; which means it’s time for some Pool Cabana Inspiration. “The best thing about Pool Cabanas? They create space the whole family can use, year-round.” We’re sharing our Top 5  Melwood Pool Cabanas of all time, PLUS all the details to help you create your own. […]