It is easy to fall into stereotypical design if we let ourselves forget inspiration. The definition of the word "shed" nods its head to this. Shed: a simple roof structure used as storage space or work shop or in the verb of the word: discard, slough. Sounds utilitarian, so many garden shed plans provide nothing more than that.
Cheers to those who redefine the garden shed! Changing a plan for a necessary building is as simple as changing its description from garden shed to garden structure.
Why design beautiful landscape plans and punctuate them with utility? The consideration of every planting and color scape deserves more. Well thought out, architecturally-pleasing garden structures are not a fresh idea, just one that needs to be revived.
The garden shed needs to be part of the garden plan not the afterthought. Its placement is just as important as the pathways. Keep in mind the end results. Your vision of the garden plan is one that grows in stages. I'd dare say the garden shed design should take priority over the total plan completion. Let your garden plan evolve over time, but build the garden shed early on. A small garden with a beautiful garden structure is where inspiration grows from.
I am drawn to garden sheds with shape. Round, octagon, narrow and tall. All the designs that break the rules. As a matter of fact, don't forget the chandelier. Whether the garden shed is tucked away or the center of your plan, don't let limitations of design be present.
Design a garden shed of beauty that fits into your landscape budget. After all a garden shed with all the tools, without a garden to tend to is an oxymoron.
The perfect garden list includes thoughtful plantings, a place to watch it grow, and a perfect garden shed.
Sources: Old House Journal, Pinterest
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