Gone are the days of the dusty, cobweb-filled, rarely-used garden shed. Homeowners are getting creative with their backyard sheds and transforming them into beautiful, functional living spaces beyond the main house. Whether you’re looking for a spot for relaxation, productivity, or creativity, a backyard shed from Millers Mini Barns might be the retreat you’ve needed.
Trending Uses for Sheds
A backyard shed is an opportunity to grow beyond your main living space and accommodate your hobbies or work. A simple shed can fill various needs, multi- or single-purpose. The shed’s structure is only a starting point, and the possibilities are as endless as your creativity. Just a few of the countless shed retreat ideas include:
At-Home Gym
Whether you’re into power lifting or gentle stretching, you need a space to get your workout in. Customising your backyard shed to become a workout shed gives you a place to go and focus solely on exercising without fighting for a spot at the community gym. When the weather’s nice, crack a window or door to let in fresh air.
Outdoor Office Shed
Remote workers might prefer a home office shed. They’re an ideal location, away from the noise and distraction of the home but with a more convenient commute than a downtown office. Creating an outdoor office shed could be as simple as a desk and chair, but might also include electrical outlets to keep you at full power, decor that reflects your style, and windows that allow you to enjoy your outdoor space as you’re working.
Backyard Craft Space
Many of us with a crafty side tend to let our supplies spread out. A dedicated arts and craft space in the backyard allows you to indulge this habit without it taking over your living space, letting your artistic instincts truly flow. Get as creative with the design as you will with your future projects.
Customizing your Shed with Millers Mini Barns
Creating a custom backyard shed with Millers Mini Barns allows you to create a space that’s exactly what you need. We combine function, aesthetics, and quality to your exact specifications so that your backyard is truly personalized and a space you’ll enjoy, not just catch-all storage.
- To get started, consider the needs you want your backyard shed to fulfill. Should it be multipurpose, or fulfil a single function? Dream big–you can get practical once we move on to the next step.
- Once you’ve outlined your goals for the space, you can asses the features you’ll need to meet those goals. Multiple windows to let in sunlight and air? Plenty of outlets to conveniently charge electronics? A large floor plan to accommodate movement?
- With your custom shed in mind, visit our shed customization page to make your dream backyard shed a reality. The choice is yours, from the size of the shed to the number of windows, insulation, electricity, and finishes. Rest assured that we’ll build whatever design you create with premium materials and craftsmanship that ensure you’ll enjoy your custom space for years.
Inspiring Customer Transformations
Custom shed ideas are truly endless, but here are just a few examples of how customers have created personal retreat sheds using Millers Mini Barns.
Susie from Scottsburg, IN, turned a 12 x 34 open barn into her ideal tiny house. Her home includes a loft, kitchen, and even laundry.
Dave and Sandy from Greensburg, IN, expanded the space where they can gather with friends and enjoy their backyard. They used a pavilion and firepit to create a stylish outdoor living space around their pool.
Karen from Louisville, KY, built a shed, pavilion, and added furniture. This created a backyard space that feels like a vacation. The porch windows she used on the shed, along with her flower boxes, make the space a true extension of her home.
Looking for even more inspiration? Our Customer Review Board is full of reviews and photos of real-life Millers Mini Barns in action, from backyard pergolas to chicken coops.
Start designing your customized shed space today to enjoy your backyard leisure space year-round. Contact us or browse our site to get one step closer to your perfect backyard oasis!