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June 3, 2017 ·

20 Sensational She Shed Ideas

decorating· decorating inspiration· design

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. All opinions are 100% mine.

 Nationwide provided me with information regarding its blog. 
 
Do you desire more room in your home but simply don’t have the space or money for an addition? Consider instead a backyard shed! Spruced up sheds have become one of the hottest crazes to hit suburbia. Today we are going to take a look at how to expand your home space with 20 Sensational She Shed Ideas and talk about tips to think about when considering building a shed.  
 
20 Sensational She Shed Ideas
Photo by Sandy Foster 

Reasons to Build a She Shed  

You have heard of man caves, well women can now have their own special place to escape with she sheds! Sheds can be used as office spaces, art studios, guest rooms, party rooms, craft studios, exercise rooms, or simply a place to read, relax, meditate, or entertain. The possibilities are endless. 
 
 20 Sensational She Shed Ideas
photo by Andrea McLean Design  
 
The beauty of a shed is that in most communities, they are not subject to city ordinances because of their small footprint. Sheds can be new construction or you can transform an existing shed into a she shed. Sheds allow for the owner’s personal decorating style and creativity to shine. 
 
20 Sensational She Shed Ideas
Photo by Sandy Foster
 
Coastal She Shed - Finding Silver Pennies
photo via Finding Silver Pennies
 
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House Beautiful

Determining She Shed Size & Placement

Before building a she shed, be sure to check with local building codes and requirements. Most sheds need to fall under 200 square feet. Most sheds also need to fall in line with the city’s set backs and height restrictions. Consider what you want your she shed to be used for and plan from there. For instance, if you are an artist then an abundance of natural light is important. Adding sky lights, a glass ceiling or a multitude of window is important. 

20 Sensational She Shed Ideas
photo by Gridley & Graves via Country Living
 
Artist She Shed
House Beautiful
 
20 Sensational She Shed Ideas
photo by JML Garden Rooms 
 
Gorgeous She Shed Ideas
photo by Janis Nicolay via Country Living
 
Salvaged Window She Shed
photo via Erica Jones Dines via Country Living 
 

Landscaping Around Your She Shed 

Sheds can be built from ground up by a contractor or you can purchase a pre-fabricated shed and have it delivered to your home. In either case, consider the placement and surroundings and how you would like the shed’s design to flow into the yard’s environment. Landscaping around the shed can be just as important as decorating the interior of the shed. Extend vegtable gardens around the shed, add flower filled window boxes, pergolas, decks, mini- patios, or even water features to help create the ultimate outdoor oasis. 
 
 
Patriotic She Shed
photo by Brian Woodcock via Country Living
 
photo by Purple Fountain Tree 
 
Shaker Shingle She Shedphoto via Country Living 
 
 
20 Sensational She Shed Ideas
Photo by BMF Construction 
 
Photo by Banyon Tree Design Studio 
 
Photo by Glenna Partridge Garden Design 
 
photo by Cheatham Fletcher Scott Architects 
 
photo by Adore Design and Landscape
 
photo by Art Gems 
 
photo by ScavulloDesign Interiors 
  
photo by Santa Barbara Home Design 
 
 
I hope you enjoyed those 20 sensational she shed ideas! Weren’t they all so beautiful? I am desiring my own personal she shed now! I found a slew of really smart tips on Nationwide’s blog post “For Extra Space, Try a Shed” to consider if you are thinking about expanding your space and creating a she shed. Be sure to check their blog out with the above link!
 
Tell me which she shed you love most or if you are lucky enough to have a she shed then tell me about it in the comments below! Feel free to share pics too!
 

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20 Sensational She Shed Ideas

 KIM

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Comments

  1. Joann says

    June 4, 2017 at 3:51 am

    I could be happy, no, scratch that, I could be JOYOUS in either of these gorgeous she sheds! They are each so unique & wonderful. Kudos to all who built them.

    • Kim @ Sand & Sisal says

      June 6, 2017 at 10:01 am

      Aren’t they all beautiful?!

  2. Kristin says

    June 4, 2017 at 8:34 pm

    These are absolutely gorgeous!! I would love to have room for a she shed that’s half greenhouse and half photo studio. With enough cupboards to hold the dish and kitchen prop collection that I’m starting to hoard #foodbloggerproblems 😀

    • Kim @ Sand & Sisal says

      June 6, 2017 at 10:01 am

      Sounds like a perfect plan to me! Oh yes and it would need AC too! 😉

  3. Barbara Ann Sandoval says

    June 6, 2017 at 10:38 am

    These are all so beautiful and inspiring. My hunny bunny built me my dream she shed last spring. A perfect place to store my vintage collectables I recycle and sell. I used vintage windows we dumpster dived. All built on the spot of a former water feature that all neighborhood cats and possums loved.

  4. Dela Ampofo says

    November 27, 2017 at 9:17 am

    We have a small house and I needed a little office. I got that in a 10- by 12-foot shed. I love it! It’s my little creative hideaway from the kids.

  5. Cyndi says

    February 2, 2019 at 7:06 pm

    My husband surprised me with having a she shed built so I would have a place to write and pray. We are finishing it up, getting ready to paint it. It will be my miniature Victorian get away. I am so excited!!!

    • Kim @ Sand & Sisal says

      February 4, 2019 at 12:36 pm

      Hi Cyndi!
      Well I’m thinking you’ve got a keeper there! He knew your love language and really filled the love tank with that beautiful gift! Enjoy your new serene space! 😉

  6. Hilda Sharpe-Sturgis says

    February 16, 2019 at 8:41 am

    My Diva Lounge is a 12 by 24 natural wood shed that I purchased and had placed to get plenty of natural light. The power was just installed last month. It features a bar, crafts, bathroom, recliner, couch, reading loft, storage loft, planting area, and wall to wall carpet with a front porch. The porch has 2 lounge chairs and 2 tables. The screen door will be installed when the weather breaks. I have invested lots of time and love in this, but very little money. Most of the furnishings were free.

    • Kim @ Sand & Sisal says

      February 20, 2019 at 3:05 pm

      Hilda! Your diva lounge sounds simply amazing! I love that name too! So happy for you to have your own chic and relaxing space! Send me pics if you want! I’d love to see it! #envious
      Best,
      KIM

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