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A garden office and shed combined is the kind of upgrade that makes life simpler. You get one place to work and another for storage. Read on to learn more about this setup and see what options are available in the UK market.
What Is an Office Shed Combo?
While many garden owners have turned a shed into a dedicated office workspace, this is usually done in a way that completely dedicates the entire building to that purpose. It’s either a purpose-built garden room, or a traditional shed that has been converted and is no longer a garden storage container.
However, you can also have a garden office and storage shed combined, in one structure built for two uses. One part is set up as a workspace, and the other acts as storage. You’ll often see this design in log cabins that have a side shed or a lean-to area. The two areas stay separate, but everything sits under one roof.
However you use it, this kind of garden room layout helps make the most of the space you already have.
Log Cabins with Side Sheds
Many log cabins now come with a built-in side shed, not an extra feature, but a standard one. It’s the same log build, but the layout gives you two zones within a solid structure. One side feels more like a room, perfect for an office, studio, or retreat. The other is a simple enclosed store with its own door, made for tools, bikes, or other items.
(Customer’s Image: BillyOh Tianna Log Cabin Summerhouse with Side Store)
Some designs even let you choose which side the shed goes on or how much space each section takes. One example is the BillyOh Tianna – a dual-purpose garden room with a spacious main area and a side storage unit.
Log Cabins with Lean-To Storage Add-On
(Customer’s Image: BillyOh Winchester Log Cabin)
Some log cabins include a lean-to storage add-on fitted along one side of the building. Depending on the model, it can be open or enclosed, giving you more room within the same build.
The lean-to is designed as part of the cabin range, so everything matches: the timber, roofline, and so on. This feature is for you if you’re planning a new log cabin but want extra storage. One fitting example is the BillyOh Winchester Log Cabin.
It’s a traditional Alpine-style cabin with opening windows and windowed double doors. This model offers a lot of customisation, including a lean-to storage of 19mm and 28mm. It’s a compact, windowless section with a single door. The flat, sloping roof sits just below the main cabin’s roofline. Plus, its walls use the same interlocking logs as the cabin.
Get this extra for only £560 (19mm) or £590 (28mm)!
Log Cabin with Side Shed vs Log Cabin Shed
A log cabin with a side shed gives you two spaces in one build. You’ve got your main room for work or relaxing, and right next to it, a handy store with its own door.
A log cabin shed is different. It’s a single open space built in the log cabin style, but used mainly for storage. There’s no divided section for an office or hobby room—it’s built like a shed, only sturdier and more secure.
More Garden Office and Shed from BillyOh
All models below come with lean-to side storage as an upgrade/extra:
BillyOh Kent Garden Office
The Kent is a multi-room that features two distinct spaces separated by an internal wall. This makes it ideal for home working, with room for multiple desks.
(Customer’s Image: BillyOh Kent Garden Office)
The smallest size available is 13 x 10ft, and the largest is 18 x 16 ft. If you opt for the storage, that’s another 1.5m in width and 2.0m in depth. The perfect office for achieving a work-life balance in the comfort of your garden.
BillyOh Fraya Max Pent Log Cabin
For a garden room designed for retreat, the Fraya Max log cabin is for you. It’s larger than the Kent, starting at 7.0m x 3.0m (around 23 x 10 ft). That standard size increases further with the lean-to storage add-on. If that’s not a problem, then this guide on how to design a log cabin can help you maximise the space.
BillyOh Pro Pent Log Cabin Shed
Now, if you like the idea of sturdier and thicker wall panels for a shed, we recommend the Pro Pent log cabin shed. It comes with a modern pent roof, an adaptable door, and plenty of customisation options. Floor bearers are included, so it’s ready to sit on any solid, level surface; no raised base is needed.
If you’re setting up a workspace at home, pairing it with a shed is a smart move. You get one build that covers both work and storage. Have a look at the BillyOh range and see which one suits your garden best!
Get more options here: Garden Rooms Buying and Building Guide
