Not everyone needs a granny flat in the backyard, or even a studio with an ensuite. For many people, all they need is an extra room for use as a home office, music studio or design space, man cave, or breakout room. This air-conditioned 3.6m x 6m art studio with a sink in Doreen, a suburb of Melbourne, is a great example.

We love the Scandi look of this Backyard Pod lined internally with plywood (instead of Gyprock). Plywood is under-rated as an interior lining material but it's natural, easy to work with, and it ages beautifully. Take a look around this characterful 3.6m x 6m backyard studio with thoughtful windows and doors for a great flow between indoors and outside.

This family quickly and easily made their flatpack building kit from Backyard Pods into a much-loved backyard cabin for slumber parties, office work, a rumpus room, and music practice. It’s a great example of how a Backyard Pod can create an affordable space for everyone to enjoy and get real value from.