There are different options and types of garden houses. There is a suitable solution for almost every budget, for every location and for every project
Preview
Even if you already have an idea of what kind of garden house you want to buy, there are a few things that you definitely have to check before buying and doing the preparatory work:
From small to large
Depending on the size of the garden and the area of application of a garden house, there are many options.
Tool shed
The simplest type of garden shed is the tool shed. However, this is only a place to store garden equipment and tools. That's why they only consist of four walls, a roof and a door. Windows are a rarity here. Typical materials are plastic, galvanized corrugated iron and wood.
Wooden garage
A garage doesn't always have to be made of stone; you can also build a solid garage out of wood or buy it as a finished kit. However, a solid foundation or a stable substructure is required here, which can also withstand the weight of a vehicle in the long term.
Garden pavilion
A garden pavilion requires a stable base to which the feet can be securely connected. It's great to stay here in midsummer and even when it rains, a garden pavilion offers shelter. A garden pavilion actually consists of four to eight posts that support the roof. These can be made of inexpensive aluminum and can therefore be assembled and dismantled very quickly. The more stable versions, which can remain standing all year round, are made of wood or even metal. Optional side walls can then serve as wind or privacy protection.
Note
There are many different options here too: from the aluminum folding version for the festival, to wood and metal, to the beautifully decorated gazebos, which are often used for wedding ceremonies in kitschy films.
Sauna house – sweating in the garden
How about a garden house from Gartenhausfabrik with a special function? Not only is the home furnishings often influenced by the Scandinavian lifestyle, the Nordic way of life also finds a fitting tribute in the garden: your own sauna house.
A small wooden sweat lodge keeps you he althy and offers the chance to use the garden even in the cold season. Sauna houses are available in a variety of sizes () and shapes (barrel sauna), so there is something for everyone.
Grillkota – the grill house
Barbecuing in any weather? The grill house is the ideal solution here. With properly installed ventilation, a cozy get-together with friends and family is guaranteed in the so-called Grillkota, even in really bad weather.
Garden gazebo – a typical garden house
A wooden garden house is the classic among garden houses. With four walls, roof, door and windows and a stable foundation, the garden house is almost a building in itself. The type of foundation required depends on the type of construction, the load and the subsoil.
Tip:
Actually, a garden house is not permitted as a permanent residence, so be sure to check with the municipality beforehand about the legal regulations at your destination.
A garden house can also be a functional building. In addition to the playhouse for the children in the garden, it is also conceivable to have your own office in the garden house during times of home office in order to create some spatial distance. To make better use of the space, there is a 5 corner garden house from Gartenhausfabrik: it not only offers additional storage space, but also an increased interior surface thanks to its corner construction.
If the garden house is not in an allotment but in the garden on the property, it can also be used as your own fitness studio, workshop or (acoustically insulated) rehearsal room for your musical hobby.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a building permit for a garden house?
To be on the safe side, you should find out beforehand which construction projects in your municipality or federal state require a building permit and what requirements there are. In addition to structural regulations or environmental protection requirements, there are also distance rules and many other points that should be checked beforehand so that you don't end up with a rude awakening and perhaps have to tear down your new garden house straight away.
Can you build a garden house on a slope?
Theoretically anything is possible, but if it is on a slope it requires a lot of preparatory work. The slope must be excavated, drainage must be laid and the slope must be stabilized (gabions or L-stones are very suitable for this). It is highly recommended to have such work done by professionals or to seek advice from them.
