We are still in the process of creating a garden office as a new and productive space for us to inhabit.  Our plans began when we bought our house and inherited 2 sheds.  One is quite large and with a little TLC we knew it would be a perfect way to give us an extra room without resorting to an extension.

A lick of paint:
It is quite amazing what a quick lick of paint can do for a place.  I painted our shed before winter set in last year and after just one lick of paint it was already looking unrecognisable!  And why stop there?  By painting the inside you can create a light and bright environment too.  Don’t forget to raid your local community repaint scheme.

Get wired up:
If you don’t already have an electricity supply, then I’d invest in having one installed.  This way you can work without fear of your battery running low or even work away long in to the evening.  A power supply is vital for sewing machines, lighting and turn an old shed into a executive office space!  For internet access, you may find your wifi extends as far as the shed, but otherwise a wifi signal booster may be required.
Keeping Warm:
Insulation heating and flooring are a must.  With minimal expense they give that homely feel to a place as well as ensuring that .  I am a big fan of vinyl flooring, which is easy to lay, warm and looks luxurious.  There are a few ways to insulate a shed but for the long run, foil bubble wrap works well with plasterboard over the top.  To keep warm I’ve also bought a fan heater which will enable use to keep the chill off in the winter and works as a fan in the summer.

Personalisation:
Pictures, posters and soft furnishings all transform a space to make it unique and a joy to work in.  A garden office should be comfortable and inspiring, a place where you actually want to spend time!  I just love the idea of adding beautiful curtains, practical as they will keep the drafts out but adding a chic tone too.

Disclosure:
Post in collaboration with Carpet Right, all thoughts, words and opinions my own, unless otherwise stated.