A Proper Workspace, Just Steps From Home
Working from home can be incredibly convenient, but trying to work from a spare bedroom, kitchen table or corner of the living room is not always the ideal long-term solution.
A dedicated garden office creates separation between home life and work without adding a commute. Done properly, it can provide a quiet, comfortable and professional workspace that you can use throughout the year.
At Calico, we consider the whole office — from the structure and insulation through to heating, electrics, lighting, storage and the finished interior — so the result feels like a proper room rather than a converted shed.
Garden Offices for Different Ways of Working
Not every home office needs to look or work the same. We can shape the size, layout and specification around the type of work you do and the way you want to use the space.
Private Home Offices
A quiet workspace designed around one person, with room for a desk, storage, technology and everything needed for a focused working day.
Shared Garden Offices
Create enough space for two or more people to work comfortably, with separate desks, suitable power and storage planned into the room.
Client-Facing Workspaces
For businesses that occasionally meet customers or clients at home, the office can include additional seating and a more professional layout.
Creative Workspaces
Studios and workspaces can be adapted around design, craft, photography, music or other work that needs more than a conventional desk.
Offices With Bespoke Storage
Built-in shelving, cabinetry and storage can make efficient use of the space without filling the room with freestanding furniture.
Multi-Purpose Offices
Create a flexible room that can function as an office during the week and adapt for hobbies, study or other family uses when work is finished.
More Than a Desk Inside a Garden Building
If you are going to spend full working days in a garden office, comfort and performance matter.
The structure, insulation, glazing, heating, ventilation and electrical installation all influence whether the space remains comfortable in winter, summer and everything in between.
Calico can bring those different elements together so the office is built from the outset as somewhere intended for regular everyday use.
Think About How You Actually Work
A good office should reduce distractions and make everyday work easier. The details are worth considering before the building is finished.
Natural light, screen glare and the outlook from your desk can all affect where the main workspace should sit.
Computers, monitors, printers and charging points need power exactly where they will be used.
Internet and network requirements should be considered early rather than solved with temporary fixes afterwards.
Good working light is important, while softer lighting can make the office more comfortable later in the day.
Cabinetry, shelving and filing space can be integrated into the room to keep work areas organised.
Comfortable temperature and fresh air make a significant difference when using the office for long periods.
From Garden Space to Working Office
We start with what you need from the office and work backwards to create the right space, structure and specification.
Understand
We discuss how you work, how many people will use the office and what equipment, storage or facilities the room needs.
Assess & Plan
We consider the garden, access, ground conditions, size, position, services and internal layout.
Build
Groundwork, structure, weatherproofing, glazing, insulation and services are brought together through the main build.
Fit Out & Finish
Electrics, lighting, heating, flooring, decoration and carpentry turn the building into a completed workspace.
Turn Part of the Garden Into a Better Working Day
A relatively small area of garden can become a dedicated workspace that changes the relationship between working and living at home.
Before 
After Built as an Office, Not an Afterthought
The parts of the building behind the finished walls matter just as much as the desk and furniture you eventually put inside it.
A Workspace Designed Around You, Not a Standard Package
A garden office is only valuable if it actually improves the way you work. That is why we start with your requirements rather than trying to fit every customer into the same standard building.
Calico's background in carpentry and wider building capability means we can consider both the structure and the internal details together.
We can discuss different layouts, specifications and finishes openly so you understand the options and can create a workspace that suits your property, work and budget.
Garden Offices Across Hampshire
Calico is based on Hayling Island and creates bespoke garden offices throughout Hampshire and surrounding areas.
Hayling Island • Havant • Portsmouth • Southsea • Emsworth • Waterlooville • Chichester • Fareham • Petersfield • Southampton
If your location is not listed, please still get in touch. The distance we travel can vary depending on the scale and nature of the project.
Garden Office FAQs
Can a garden office be used all year round?
Yes, provided the building is designed and constructed appropriately. Insulation, glazing, heating and ventilation all influence how comfortable the office will be throughout the year.
Do garden offices need planning permission?
Many garden buildings may fall within permitted development rights, but this depends on the size, height, position, property and intended use. The requirements should be checked for the specific project where necessary.
Can you install power and lighting?
Yes. Electrical requirements such as sockets, internal and external lighting, heating supplies and equipment power can be incorporated into the project.
Can you provide internet or network connectivity?
Connectivity requirements can be considered when planning the office. The most appropriate solution will depend on the distance from the main property, existing network and how the office will be used.
Can you build bespoke desks and storage?
Yes. Calico's carpentry background means bespoke desks, shelving, cupboards and fitted storage can be designed around the available space.
Can two people work from the same garden office?
Yes. The size, layout, power requirements and storage can be planned around multiple workstations where the available garden space allows.
Can the garden office have heating?
Yes. Suitable heating options can be considered alongside the insulation, electrics and intended use of the office.
Can I use the office for something else later?
Yes. If flexibility is important, the layout and specification can be planned so the room can adapt for hobbies, study, relaxation or other uses in the future.
Ready to Leave the Kitchen Table Behind?
Whether you need a compact office for one person or a larger workspace for two people, clients or creative work, talk to Calico about the garden space you have available.
We'll help you explore the options and create a workspace designed around the way you actually work.
Discuss Your Garden Office