The man cave is the ultimate masculine chill-out zone. It’s somewhere to escape to. To relax in. to hang out with friends. Or to focus on hobbies or pastimes. A man cave can be a snug, a gaming room, or even a glorified shed. But if you’re looking for a man cave that gives you more, you might want to consider a garden room. Here’s why – and how to make it your own.
Your Guide to Garden Room Man Caves
Why choose a garden room man cave?
Garden rooms hold a huge amount of man cave potential. Not only are they entirely separate to the house, meaning that you can make as much noise as you want to. But they’re comfortable, insulated, and have integrated lighting. They can have heating and cooling included. And a good garden room can be fully plumbed, giving you both kitchen and toilet facilities – or even a shower, if you need one. In short, a garden room can make a completely functional, fully equipped, customisable, private man cave to use however you wish.
How to make a garden room man cave
The structure
OK, so you’ve decided to opt for a garden room man cave. The first thing you need is a structure. Garden rooms come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and materials. And some are a lot cheaper than others. But if you’re looking for a man cave that you can use year-round, is secure, and you can safely use electricity within, you need to find a sturdy, durable, weather-proof design. Look for a garden room that is fully insulated, well clad, and has decent glazing.
The features
Some garden rooms are available as fixed, off-the-peg designs. And this can be fine. But if you’re looking for a little more flexibility, a customisable design can be a good idea. This allows you to choose where you want your windows and doors positioned. The cladding style. Whether you want a canopy or deck. And, perhaps most importantly, what internal features you need – sink, toilet, shower room.
Making it personal
This is your space. You probably don’t need us to tell you what to put in it. But the great thing about choosing a garden room man cave is that you have a lot of flexibility. Because it’s secure, weather tight, and comfortable, you’ve got the freedom to install all the screens, games, and devices you like. And if you’re going to do that, you need seating. Really comfortable seating. Whether that’s a sofa, gaming chair, or a series of luxury bean bags, make it the most comfortable option available. On the other hand, you may want to make room for your weights or gym equipment, a desk or a work bench. And lighting to complement the mood you’re trying to create.
7 essential garden room man cave features
- Heating and cooling
- Good lighting
- Wi-fi
- Comfy seating
- Entertainment zone
- A fridge
- The décor and equipment that float your personal boat.
Everyone needs a space to call their own. Somewhere to relax, take a breath, escape from daily pressures. The man cave is simply the contemporary solution. And when you use a garden room to create one, you can do so without taking up valuable home space, while adding value to your property. So, tell us, what’s the first thing going into your garden room man cave?
View the full collection of potential man caves available from Garden Room Sanctuary.
