How Mathilde and Yvan transformed a garden shed into a real playroom
A simple idea: create an additional living space in the garden
Mathilde and Yvan live in Cavalaire, in a house where the mezzanine used to serve as a cozy little living room. But with two boys who love games and foosball, this space quickly became cluttered... until the parents found themselves without a place to relax.
The solution is obvious: install a PVC garden shed to create a separate playroom, an outdoor cabin where children can entertain their friends, while giving parents some peace and quiet and decluttering their loft.
Choosing the right garden shed: comfort, aesthetics, and durability
A 7.5 m² space, ideal for a playroom
After extensive research, Mathilde and Yvan settled on a 7.5 m² PVC garden shed: large enough to provide the children with a pleasant and functional space. Their priority?
- A durable shed
- A material that is easy to maintain
- A natural design that blends into their country garden
Why choose a PVC garden shed with a wood-effect finish?
The couple chooses a PVC garden shed with a natural oak finish. This type of garden shed has several advantages:
- Warm, modern wood aesthetic
- No maintenance required, unlike wood, which needs to be stained or painted
- Weather resistance, ideal for coastal areas
- Simple and clean installation
This model is equipped with windows to let in natural light and a lock to secure toys and equipment. A real little leisure chalet for children!
Delivery and installation of the garden shed
A concrete slab: the essential foundation
On the day of delivery, Mathilde and Yvan install their shelter on a concrete slab that has been poured in advance, which is essential to ensure the stability and longevity of the shed.
Assembling the shelter: a day of DIY for two
Equipped with their tools (drill, screwdriver, gloves, masks, etc.), they begin assembly:
- Laying rails on the ground
- Assembly of the walls, whose slats fit together very easily
- Installation of the roof, to complete the structure
In just one day, the garden shed takes shape and blends perfectly into the back of the garden.
Interior design: transforming the shed into the perfect playroom
Decoration and storage: a playhouse that reflects the world of children
Once the shelter is assembled, it's time to decorate!
The boys have fun decorating the walls with their favorite posters: Spider-Man, cartoons, and their current heroes. The space quickly becomes their little kingdom.
Optimize storage with modular shelves
Mathilde and Yvan are installing modular shelves, perfect for storing:
- Game boxes
- Books
- Miscellaneous accessories
This scalable system allows you to easily add vertical storage space, optimizing space to the maximum.
A cozy space to play and relax
At the back of the room, beanbags and a mini Cars sofa create a relaxation area.
And to top it all off, the famous foosball table joins the garden shed. The result: a comfortable, safe playroom dedicated entirely to children's enjoyment.
A garden shed that becomes a real living space
Thanks to this project, the garden shed, initially designed as a simple storage space, has been transformed into a practical and pleasant living space.
Mathilde and Yvan have regained their mezzanine, and the children now have a space all to themselves: this is what you call a successful garden renovation!
