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• She-shed: A cozy spot for reading, relaxing or

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• Work-from-home pod: A quiet office with Wi- Fi, reliable power and a comfortable desk setup.

• Hobby room: A space for sewing, woodworking, painting— whatever you love but don’ t have space for indoors.

• Mini guest room: For the ambitious, a shed can even be outfitted for overnight stays— just check zoning rules and permit requirements.

Summer is the perfect time to tackle outdoor projects that often get neglected. One often-overlooked gem? The backyard shed. But creating a true summer escape takes more than adding a chair and mini fridge.

With a bit of creativity and planning, even the most basic storage space can become a cozy seasonal retreat— revealing just how much potential is hiding in plain sight, along with a few unexpected decisions along the way.

Deciding on the Purpose

First things first: ask yourself, what are you hoping to use this space for? During my renovation, I went back and forth between a reading spot and a craft studio. My friend turned hers into a yoga space; another neighbor built an office for remote work.

Knowing your purpose will steer every other choice, from insulation to electricity to how much natural light you’ ll want – and need.

Here are some tried-and-true ideas that work well:

Insulation and Keeping Cool

Sheds aren’ t designed to be livable in the summer, especially if they’ re metal or uninsulated wood. So, if you’ re serious about turning a shed into a summer escape, insulation isn’ t optional, it’ s essential.

Some options to consider:

• Rigid foam panels: Easy to install and effective for walls and ceilings.

• Spray foam insulation: Great for sealing gaps but more expensive( and messier if you do-it-yourself).

• Fiberglass batts: Affordable, but you’ ll need to cover them with drywall or paneling for safety.

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