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Malcolm’s Stylish Hobby Room

  After recently selling his home, Malcolm says his garden room added exceptional value. “Having sold my property in a week, there was no doubt that a major selling point was that I had a studio where other similar properties did not.” The extra space away from the main dwelling was a highlight for prospective […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Studios for Small Backyards

So you’d really love a backyard studio shed for your property, but your backyard is on the smaller size? Good news. You can get a custom-made garden shed studio that will suit your small backyard! Scroll down to find out more about our Small Backyard Studios, and how to get one on your property! Small […]

Create an Elegant Garden Room & Improve Property Value

  When it comes to choosing colours and finishes, there’s nothing like some inspirational pictures to get you started! This Melwood garden room is the Workshop 3254 (5.4m x 3.2m), and features cedar cladding, double glass doors with sidelights and custom end doors. After installation, the clients  arranged painting and fitout to create this elegant […]

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.

Bertie’s Rural Art Retreat

Dutch artist Bertie paints beautiful portraiture in her Melwood Art Studio in rural NSW. Bertie says “I love the fact that there was an empty space in the morning and then there was the fully erected cabin in the afternoon. I just wished Patrick was as quick in lining it but he has done a beautiful job. It gives me inspiration.”

Backyard Hobby Room

A Cubby House Made for Hobbyists Why should Cubby Houses be just for kids. Anyone with a creative spirit, a knack for DIYs and crafting, or simply a hobby that requires a bit of extra space can tell you they too have felt the desire for their own “grown-up play house” before. Thankfully, there’s a way you […]