Garden Rooms Devon Tailored to Suit Your Lifestyle
Wooden and Composite Garden Rooms Handcrafted In Devon To Compliment Your Home And Lifestyle
Discover the Beauty of Bespoke Garden Rooms
At Shields Buildings, we specialise in bespoke garden rooms Devon customers can rely on for high-quality craftsmanship and tailored design. Whether you need a peaceful retreat, a productive home office, or additional storage space, our Wooden Sheds and composite garden rooms are designed to suit your lifestyle, garden, and vision.
Every building is handcrafted in our Devon workshop, designed in close consultation with you, and installed by our expert team. With over 30 years of experience and a dedication to quality, we’ve helped customers across the South West create spaces that blend seamlessly into their gardens and enhance the way they live and work.
Types of Garden Room We Offer
At Shields Buildings, no two garden rooms are the same. Whether you’re after a functional workspace or a stylish garden retreat, we’ll bring your vision to life with a bespoke solution.
Insulated Garden Rooms
These fully insulated, lined, and double-glazed rooms are ideal for year-round use. They are also perfect for hobbies, relaxation, or entertaining guests in any season.
Home Office Garden Rooms
Step into your own quiet, professional workspace—right in your backyard. It’s built to the highest specifications and has power, lighting, and internet options.
Multi-Use Garden Rooms & Studios
Whether it’s a studio, a gym, a family den or a combination of uses, our flexible designs and expert team will create a space that fits into your lifestyle.
Composite Garden Rooms
Low-maintenance, durable, and modern, our composite-clad garden rooms offer a contemporary twist while delivering long-term performance.
Why Choose Shields for Your Garden Room?
- Bespoke Design - No off-the-shelf solutions every building meets your needs and preferences.
- Quality Craftsmanship - Hand-built in Devon using premium timber or composite materials with attention to every detail.
- Insulated for All-Year Use - Enjoy your garden room in every season, whether it's warm summer days or frosty mornings.
- Planning Guidance Included - We offer expert advice on planning permission and permitted development, so you don’t need to worry.
- Trusted Local Reputation - With 30+ years of experience and a 5-star rating, we’re proud to be one of the South West’s most trusted garden building specialists.
- Personal Service - From the first enquiry to the final installation, our team is here to guide you.
Ready to Create Your Dream Garden Room?
The perfect garden room starts with a conversation. Whether you want inspiration, technical advice, or a free quote, we’re here to help.
Garden Rooms - Some Examples
On visiting our display site Mr and Mrs D were immediately drawn to our ZERO range – zero maintenance, zero planning, zero hassle.
They zeroed in (see what we did there?!) on a 5x3m studio, and the process began, with our team heading out for a site visit.
After ironing out some access issues, our team got to work, crafting the building on-site here at Shields Buildings, and delivering and assembling the ZERO studio, ready to be enjoyed by our customers.
"Just to let you know that Aaron and Neil finished the garden office/studio today and it looks amazing. We are really pleased with it.
The lads have done a fantastic job and worked so well and in some difficult conditions what with the ground and also the poor weather. They never complained and were real troopers and soldiered on regardless. Please pass on our thanks again to the team. "
The project began when Mr T and his wife visited us on one of our Open Saturdays and was impressed by the quality and variety of our timber buildings. Inspired by what they saw, they approached us with a vision for a highly bespoke garden room.
We worked closely with them to bring it to life and a 4m x 3.4m building with a 1.6m canopy and composite decking was created. It had to suit both the challenge of their sloping garden and provide suitable space for their lifestyle.
Through regular communication and a flexible approach, we ensured every detail reflected their needs, resulting in a truly unique and beautifully crafted garden room.
"The site team were truly remarkable, exceeded all expectations, were personable, friendly and extremely god at their job! They took the time to get it right which is always good to see."
Mr T's Garden Room
Mr C originally came to us with plans for a timber carport.
But as soon as he visited the display site, he was taken immediately by our ZERO garden room, recognising it as an ideal place to house his model railway set.
Following his initial visits, Mr C supplied detailed requirements and after another meeting at the display site and a few design phone calls, the ZERO stood out as the perfect choice.
"The process of choosing my garden room to completion was seamless, Shields kept me informed throughout and the installation team were amazing in their attention to detail in getting everything just right as well as being very polite and friendly. I can’t recommend Shields enough as the garden room exceeded my expectations and is admired by all that see it. The Zero garden room is a must for anyone who wants quality without planning and maintenance."
Mr C's ZERO Garden Room
Mr P arrived at our display site already keen on the ZERO – our turnkey, all-inclusive garden room option.
He was able to apply his own personal touches by choosing the colours of the external cladding and internal flooring. And then all that was needed was for one of our team to visit Mr P’s property to make sure everything would work and fit in his preferred spot.
Once confirmed, Mr P could sit back and relax and wait for installation.
"I had a Zero installed a couple of weeks ago. So far it is everything I expected, and the construction went as I was told it would. You couldn’t ask for more."
Mr P's ZERO Garden Room
Mr P had been working in his loft for a while, but wanted more space, and somewhere more permanent for him to crack on, undisturbed.
He and his wife came to us, asked us to create them a garden studio/office, and we got straight to work. We have helped lots of people go from ‘kitchen table working’ to ‘purpose-built workspace’.
"We are delighted with our new garden office from Shields Buildings. The design process was simple and took into account all our needs. Onsite installation was simple, smooth and we have been kept informed by Paul at all stages. Everyone we have dealt with at Shields has been lovely. If you are looking for a quality bespoke building, I can highly recommend Shields Buildings."
Mr P's Garden office
James and Liz wanted a garden room they could use all year round, so they could enjoy the beautiful views of the moor from the top of their garden.
The room needed to be multipurpose – cosy enough to spend time and relax in when they were alone, and big enough to entertain their grandchildren in comfort.
"I'm sure when John first saw the site, his heart must have sunk as the access is awful and the site was on a slope. But with a lot of ingenuity the building is now finished and it's fabulous. Great team of specialist builders who turned up when they said they would turn up and smiled all the way through what must have been quite a testing job."
James and Liz's garden haven
Having already purchased several bespoke timber garden buildings from Shields Buildings over the past 15 years, Liz knew that the standard of building, service and workmanship was second to none.
"The response after my initial enquiry was quick and efficient, with a site visit, plans and very reasonable quote done within just a couple of days. The team who built it have done a wonderful job and I’m absolutely thrilled with the result. I shall be using my new timber garden building as a textile art studio and John was most helpful in making sure there were suitably placed windows and roof lights to give me suitable lighting."
Liz - Cosy Art Studio
Mr B’s garden has some of the most beautiful views in Cornwall, over the Tamar estuary, and understandably, he wanted a garden room that allowed him to sit back, relax and enjoy the vista.
Garden Rooms Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of garden rooms does Shields Buildings offer?
A: At Shields Buildings, you can choose between our insulated timber garden rooms, such as stylish wooden studios and offices built with vaulted ceilings or pent roofs, and our ZERO composite garden rooms – modern, low maintenance structures that require no ongoing upkeep.
Q: What are the advantages of a wooden garden room?
A: Our wooden garden rooms are crafted in Devon from sustainable timber, offering warmth, character and excellent thermal performance. They can be fully customised with insulation, lining, electrics, bespoke windows and doors to suit your individual lifestyle.
Q: Why choose a composite ZERO garden room?
A: The ZERO composite garden room is built to last with rot-resistant cladding, EPDM roofing, full insulation and pre-fitted electrics. It’s designed for zero maintenance, zero planning complications (within size limits), and zero hassle – perfect for a sleek, durable home extension.
Q: Can I get a fully bespoke garden room with Shields?
A: Yes. Every garden room, whether wooden or composite, is bespoke. You choose the size, layout, cladding, insulation, windows, doors, electrics and even decking. Our experienced team designs and builds everything from our base at de Bathe Farm and installs it all for you.
Q: Do I need planning permission for a garden room?
A: Most of our garden rooms (e.g., wooden offices under 2.5 m in height or composite rooms within permitted development size limits) don’t need planning permission. If your project is larger or near boundaries, our team will help you navigate the rules and can prepare any necessary applications.
Please visit our Display Site which is open 7 days a week. If you come at the weekend it is advisable to make an appointment in advance if you wish to discuss your requirements with one of the team, alternatively you are welcome to browse at your leisure.