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Quick answer: The 40 m² proposal has been replaced by final rules. Since July 2026, garden structures such as offices and gyms in the Republic of Ireland can be up to 30 m² without planning permission. Conditions and limitations apply, including keeping at least 25 m² of rear garden. A separate 32–45 m² exemption applies […]

The biggest garden room design mistakes are treating it like a shed, ignoring orientation and light, skimping on insulation, using a poor foundation, forgetting power, water and internet, choosing style over durability, and not planning for future use. Getting these right at the design stage saves costly fixes later. But while the idea of adding […]

  To refresh a garden room for spring, clean the windows to let in more light, swap heavy fabrics for lighter colours and textures, reorganise your workspace, and reconnect the room with the garden using plants, a patio or decking and outdoor lighting. At CG Garden Rooms, we create bespoke timber and composite garden rooms […]

  The most common garden room mistakes are poor insulation, the wrong location, not planning for power, heating and broadband, building too small, and ignoring planning rules. Most are avoided by insulating the floor, walls and roof, surveying the site properly and planning services and size before building. At CG Garden Rooms, we’ve seen our […]

Yes, a garden room can become comfortable guest accommodation with insulation, heating, good lighting and ideally a shower room or WC. Using a garden room for sleeping changes the planning and Building Control rules, so check what applies to your property before you plan a bedroom. Can a garden room be used as a guest […]

To create a good garden room office, choose a fully insulated room with heating, plenty of power points, good natural light without glare, and a reliable broadband connection. Add an ergonomic desk and chair and built-in storage. A garden office separates work from home life and gives you a quiet space for calls. Why use […]