“Immense value of immense happiness.” That’s the worth Gitte places on her garden room. The South Sydney resident had her Melwood installed in 2017. Back then, the motive was simple; to dampen out the sound of her husband playing the guitar. “It’s just his hobby. It hasn’t always sounded as good as it does […]
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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 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 […]
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 […]
Thinking of setting up an office in the backyard?
A backyard office gives you a clear, defined place to get work done. Unlike working inside the home, where you’re at the beck and call of everything vying for your attention, the backyard office brings you greater calm and focus, while promoting productivity and creativity. What’s more, today’s backyard offices can be designed with all […]
Penny’s Interior Decorating Studio (in the backyard!)
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 […]
5 ways a garden room can benefit your business
Whether it’s an office, storage space, a workroom/studio or a private space for meeting clients, there are endless ways that a garden room can benefit your business. And – with the Australian Government’s Instant Asset Incentive; your new garden room could also reduce your tax bill! Assets (up to the value of $150k) purchased for […]
The secret to achieving work/life balance
Do you ever wish you had a space dedicated to your work? Somewhere to set up, and be able to focus without distractions. The ability to close the door at the end of the day, knowing that everything will be untouched until you return. That’s the dream, right? But all too often, the dream is […]
Andrew’s Metalworking Workshop
Imagine if you had space to focus on your hobby, without distractions. Space to perfect your work. To fine-tune details. Spread all your tools & materials out, and not have to pack them away. The luxury of closing the door at the end of the day, knowing you can return to your workshop and […]
Jan & Andrew’s his & hers backyard studio
Jan & Andrew’s Melwood structure serves two purposes: a studio for Jan, and a workshop for Andrew. By requesting an internal wall in their order, they were able to divide the structure into the two main areas. Jan’s area has been lined, painted and decorated to create a cozy, comfortable studio space. Andrew has added shelving, storage cupboards, drawers, a pegboard and a sturdy workbench to his workshop.