by adssolsn » 28 Nov 2016, 11:18 Budgeting for Garden Office? This is What You Need to Know.
A garden office is everyone’s dream, I mean, who doesn’t like to chill under the sun, surrounded by natural scents and away from the entire noise and still be able to work. Of late, the number of people buying garden offices has increased tremendously and I know you don’t want to be left out. This article will give pointers on how to choose a budget friendly yet convenient garden office.
Designing
Prices for garden offices vary according to the designs employed. It’s good to have an image in mind when consulting a constructor for an estimate. Some constructors keep models in their office to help you choose, while others opt an onsite view to decide which design best fits in your garden. It’s worthy to note, not all construction companies are well versed with the latest garden office styles. Thus be sure to pick a company with a track record of constructing what you are looking for.
There are three main categories for garden office designs:
1. Off-the-peg: the garden office is constructed and designed to a specific size. This is perhaps the most affordable of the three. However, it’s not very adjustable, what you get is what you see.
2. Modular: this design can be slightly adjusted. The door can be moved and windows added.
3. Bespoke: this is the most flexible design; the office can be made bigger, ceiling lifted higher or lowered and doors and windows can be moved. It’s the ideal design for a personalized garden office yet the most expensive.
Note that you can also hire an architect who will ensure an even more personalized garden office design at an extra cost.
The Foundation
The foundation you construct for your garden office is determined by how permanent you want the office to be. Some construction companies will offer lightweight supportive foundation, but a more permanent construction may require a stronger foundation which may call for an extra cost. Talk this over with your constructor and have him explain clearly exactly the kind of foundation that’s suits your office yet fits well into your budget. Don’t compromise on the quality though, no matter the cost.
Bathroom
A bathroom is an essential element of any human occupied construction. However, depending on how close the garden office is to the main house, some people opt not to install one. A bathroom may not seem as much to an ordinary eye. But the constructor knows it takes a lot more than installing the cistern and the basin; it has to start at the foundation to allow proper drainage, add the piping and you have a whole new budget figure; up to $10,000 more.
Construction materials
The choice of construct materials for your garden office plays a big role determining the life of the building, but also adds a great impact on the budget. For instance, an office roof finished with bitumen tiles costs a lot less compared to a cedar shingles or slate one. Depending on your needs, compare and contrast and pick what’s works best.
We trust you have found this information not just engaging, but sound and practical and look forward to your feedback for an even better construction future.
