Studio
Deck
Corner
Dual
Living
Bespoke
Is a Garden Room a Good Investment?
17th April 2025
Why Garden Rooms are Changing the Way We Think About Home Improvement
When it comes to adding extra space to your home, most people traditionally think of loft conversions or full-scale extensions. But increasingly, homeowners are turning to a more flexible, stylish, and sustainable solution – the garden room.
At SmartSpaces, we’ve seen first-hand how a well-designed garden room can transform not only how a home looks but how it works for everyday life.
But is a garden room really a good investment? In short: absolutely. Here’s why.
Garden Rooms vs Traditional Extensions
Cost-Effective Space Creation
Compared to a bricks-and-mortar extension or loft conversion, garden rooms are often far more budget-friendly. Extensions can cost upwards of £50,000-£100,000 (depending on size, complexity, and finishes). Garden rooms, on the other hand, provide stunning, high-spec space starting from a much lower price point with less disruption to your home during construction.
And the best part? There’s no compromise on comfort, quality, or usability. SmartSpaces garden rooms come fully insulated, heated, and built for year-round use – whether it’s a stylish office, a guest suite, a yoga studio, or a teenage den.
📅 Book your free site survey today and take the first step toward your perfect garden room!
Faster Build Times
A traditional extension can take months to complete and often comes with significant disruption inside your home. SmartSpaces garden rooms are typically completed in just a few weeks, with minimal disruption to your daily life.
Planning Permission is Often Easier
Many garden rooms fall within permitted development rights, meaning they don’t require planning permission at all. Where planning permission is needed, SmartSpaces handle the entire process for you – including tricky conversations with developers, housing estates, or local councils.
“I was struggling to get an answer from the developer of my house/area on whether I was permitted to have a garden house, but then Lydia visited to do a free survey and actually got the ball moving with the developers somehow. Call it a magic touch!”- Rubi, a SmartSpaces customer
Adding Real Value to Your Home
A beautiful, high-quality garden room doesn’t just add usable space – it adds desirability and value to your property too. Estate agents often note that an attractive, versatile garden room can add between 5-15% to a property’s value, depending on its size, use, and finish. But for many of our customers, the real value isn’t just financial – it’s about improving their day-to-day lifestyle.
“It’s exceeded all our expectations as to what we could achieve with the build and also how useful it would be for us… It’s been money well spent.” – Richard, a SmartSpaces customer
“SmartSpaces have helped us create a beautiful guest house in our garden, turning a dead dark corner into a beautiful retreat for visitors.” – Christopher, a SmartSpaces customer
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
Garden rooms aren’t just a smart financial investment – they can be a greener one too.
At SmartSpaces, sustainability is built into everything we do:
Lower Carbon Footprint
- Our builds use sustainably sourced timber wherever possible
- Modern insulation keeps energy use low
- Smaller build footprints mean fewer materials and less waste
- Less energy-intensive construction compared to brick extensions
Energy Efficiency
Our garden rooms are designed with year-round use in mind without the need for constant heating or cooling. High-performance insulation, double-glazing, and eco-friendly materials all help reduce environmental impact long-term.
Creating Space Without Moving
Perhaps the greenest choice of all is avoiding a house move. A garden room allows you to stay in the home you love – reducing the environmental impact of moving house and building larger properties unnecessarily.
📅 Book your free site survey today and take the first step toward your perfect garden room!
A Stress-Free Process from Start to Finish
- Investing in a garden room should feel exciting – not stressful.
- That’s why SmartSpaces take care of everything:
- Free site survey & design consultation
- Expert planning advice & applications handled for you
- Friendly, skilled building teams
- Clear communication from start to finish
- Bespoke design to suit your needs
“If you’re looking to get a garden room done, a stress-free renovation/project, do not look any further than SmartSpaces. They are elite tier in this field of work, take all the hassle out of your hands and are a local Leeds based company who do things the Northern way!”- Rubi, a SmartSpaces customer
In Summary – Why SmartSpaces Garden Rooms Are a Smart Investment
- Cost-effective compared to traditional extensions
- Fast build times with less disruption
- Adds value to your property
- Sustainable and environmentally conscious
- Bespoke designs for year-round use
- Planning permission guidance and full project management
Ready to Transform Your Garden?
Whatever your vision – home office, guest suite, creative studio, or social hub – SmartSpaces can help bring it to life. Get in touch today for a free consultation and start making the smartest investment in your home (and lifestyle) yet!
📅 Book your free site survey today and take the first step toward your perfect garden room!
Categories: