Historically, summer houses have been the ideal place to relax during the summertime. They allow you a space to enjoy hobbies, indulge in entertainment, and immerse yourself within your garden space. As they grow in popularity, there are many new and creative ways that they are being used too.
Not only is their potential utility endless but their design possibility too. They can be restyled and presented to suit any taste, from natural, organic aesthetics to modern and professional. So, if you are one of the residents finding themselves with a new summer home, here are five ideas for your inspiration.
Creative Space
Those with creative hobbies and an enthusiasm for crafts will know that their activity often requires, or would benefit, from a dedicated space, especially if they are to thrive. Summer houses are a great way to create such a room, one that can entirely accommodate the practical needs of your hobby, whether that is the storage and space needed for painting canvases or the sound-proofing required for music production.
Private Gym
Being able to practice your exercise regime within your home is a great luxury. However, often it isn’t entirely practical, especially when considering the size of the equipment and the potential noise experienced by neighbours.
With the right build, a summer house can perfectly accommodate gym equipment, enabling an exercise space that is private and safe for fitness enthusiasts to enjoy. It also reduces the cost of a gym membership substantially!
Working Space
For small businesses looking to get off of the ground, having a dedicated space to work is incredibly useful. Summer houses are, for this reason, becoming increasingly popular among a new generation of entrepreneurs.
The outbuilding can be used to develop and practise your craft, create your wares, or even support your administrative needs.
Wellness Room
Summer houses have long been useful for relaxation, however, using them as a sanctuary is taking it even further. Whether you would like a natural and welcoming space to practice yoga or a quiet reading nook to become engrossed in your favourite fiction, a summer house has the potential to allow you to escape.
With the right decor and a pleasant design, it can be an essential part of your wellbeing.
Children’s Space
Having children is an incredibly rewarding experience. This doesn’t prevent some parents from being willing to admit that having an extra room for their little ones to play would be a relief! Once your children are able to play unsupervised, allowing them the use of a summer home, transforming it into a playhouse, can be an incredible luxury for their enjoyment and imagination. It also helps to keep the noise and clutter they create separate from your home.
Additionally, if you have teenagers, allowing them a summer house to spend time with friends or play video games, for example, can be a great way to offer them independence.
