Garden Offices Become a Must Have Feature for Modern Homes

With over a third of the UK workforce now working from home on a regular basis, the way people design and use their homes is changing for good. New figures show that UK employees now spend an average of around 1.8 days per week working remotely, confirming that hybrid working is now a long term shift rather than a temporary trend.

As a result, more homeowners are choosing dedicated, purpose built garden offices instead of using spare bedrooms or shared living spaces. These outdoor workspaces allow people to create a clear separation between work and home life while maintaining a professional and productive environment.

“For many households, working from home is now part of everyday life,” said Natasha McCulloch, Sales Manager at Green Retreats. “That is driving demand for permanent, well specified garden offices that people can rely on day in, day out. Customers are no longer looking for temporary solutions. They want a space that feels like a real extension of their home.”

Property Value and Buyer Appeal

This shift is also being reflected in the property market. Garden offices are increasingly featured in property listings, with platforms such as Rightmove highlighting outdoor workspaces as a desirable home feature for buyers looking for flexible living.

Estate agents have also noted the potential financial benefit. Luke Jackson at Michael Graham, a regional estate agent covering Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and surrounding areas, adds: “A high quality garden room can boost the value of your home by 5-15%. It also attracts more buyers which often means quicker sales.”

Green Retreats has also published a detailed article exploring whether a garden room can add value to a property, based on estate agent insight and homeowner trends.

Looking Ahead to 2026

Homeowners are seeking fully insulated, year round buildings with a professional finish. Features such as proper heating, double glazing and insulation are now viewed as standard, helping garden offices feel like a true extension of the home.

With demand continuing to grow, Green Retreats says March installation dates are now being booked, as more homeowners plan ahead for a more permanent approach to working from home.