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The Design
Process

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Endless Possibilities: Unleashing the Potential of Your Kenwin Garden Room

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Your Free Consultation

First off you'll meet one of our design experts, where you can discuss your vision for your ideal garden room. Below, is a list of various elements that will be considered:

  • Size & location
  • Windows & door type
  • Cladding type, (red cedar is a popular choice), composite cladding comes in lots of colours options
  • Lighting (interior & exterior)
  • Electrics (for TV, bar area, office table, gym equipment etc)
  • Heating. electric radiators (air conditioning is a option depending on what you would like to use your garden room for)
  • Decoration and overall look.

3D drawing, pricing
and start date

At Kenwin we provide a free 3D drawing with your quotation, so you can visualise what your build will look like, before you sign a contract and start date.

Do I need planning permission?

Many garden rooms can be built without planning permission under permitted development. In simple terms, the room normally needs to sit behind the front of the house, be single storey, stay within the permitted height limits and, together with other additions, not cover more than half the land around the original house.

It is worth checking before you build if your property is a flat or maisonette, is in a conservation area or other designated land, has restricted permitted development rights, or previous extensions may affect what is allowed. If you are unsure, your local planning authority can confirm whether permission is needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of a garden room?

Costs vary depending on the size of the room and the internal specification. As a guide, our garden rooms are typically priced at around £1,400–£1,600 per square metre.

Do I need planning permission?

Usually not, provided the garden room falls within permitted development rules. A key restriction is that if the building is within 2 metres of a boundary, its maximum overall height is 2.5 metres. Other restrictions can apply, particularly for listed properties and homes in conservation areas.

Do you do site visits?

Absolutely. A site visit allows our team to see where the garden room will be built, take accurate measurements, understand access and the garden layout, and discuss your design ideas. It gives us everything we need to design a genuinely bespoke build for your property.

How long does it take to build?

A typical garden room build takes approximately 4–7 weeks, depending on the size, specification and site conditions.

How close to my neighbour’s fence can I build?

You can build right up to the boundary, but we generally recommend leaving a small gap to allow for guttering, drainage and future maintenance.

Will I receive drawings with my quote?

Yes. We provide a detailed layout with dimensions, 3D designs and an AI-generated visual of the overall look. This helps you visualise the finished room and make any amendments before the build begins.

Do you offer payment plans?

We do not offer finance or payment plans. Instead, we split the project cost into manageable staged instalments, with only a 10% deposit required to secure your start date.

Can I build in a conservation area or at a listed property?

If you live in a conservation area or national park, or your property is listed, permitted development rights may be restricted and formal approval is likely to be required. We recommend checking with your local planning authority before proceeding.

Do you demolish existing sheds or patios and remove debris?

Yes. We can demolish and remove existing sheds, patios and other site materials before the build starts. We’ll assess the work required and provide a separate quote for this service.

Will my garden room include electricity, internet and plumbing?

Yes. Electrical provision for lighting, heating and Wi-Fi connectivity is straightforward and can be included. If you would like running water, a sink or a toilet, this requires specialist plumbing and connection to the property’s water and drainage systems.

How do I maintain my garden room?

Maintenance is minimal and depends mainly on the cladding. Composite cladding usually only needs an occasional hose-down, while cedar cladding should typically be treated around every 12 months to keep it looking its best.

Inspiration

Home Office

More of us now are working remotely from home, no countless hours sat in rush hour traffic on our commute ...why not have your own dedicated home office where you can manage your work-life balance and manage your workflow effectively.

Yoga room

Start your morning with a daily yoga workout with your very own yoga studio. We design peaceful and tranquil rooms with natural light ideal for your daily meditation and yoga flow.

Bar / Man Cave

Are you a host with the most? Do you love entertaining friends? Fitted with your own bespoke bar, you can have a drink, listen to music and relax! Party, play poker or darts with your family and friends in the comfort of your home.

Games Room

Games rooms are the next big thing! Here you can invite your mates round for a game of pool or snooker, maybe you love a game of darts or you're a gamer! Garden rooms are ideal for getting your friends around and playing games all night!

Music Studio

Are you a singer/songwriter or recording artist or fancy doing this as a hobby? Kenwin fit fully soundproof recording studios where you can sing to your heart's content and not disturb the family or neighbours.

Hair & Beauty Salon

Are you a small business owner, perhaps a remote hair stylist or make up artist? Now you can have a salon in your garden with all your kit in one place! Tired of travelling to all your clients, why not have them come to you!

Cinema Room

If Netflix and Chill sound more appealing these days. We fully design modern cinema rooms for you to sit back in the comfort of your own room, in recliner chairs, popcorn in hand watching your favourite flick with your mates!

Art Studio

Perhaps you are creative and need some dedicated space for all your materials and some natural light?  A garden room can be the perfect space for a bit of creativity!