Green Roof Eco-Studio
Project Specs
Project Dimensions
16' x 9' Footprint (144 sqft), 10' Exterior Roof Height, 9' Interior Ceiling Height
Colour and Siding Options
Charred Black 12" Chamclad, Galvalume Corrugated Steel, Galvalume Steel Trim
Intended Use
Home office, gym and extended family space.
Install Time
Two days to complete the structure, one day to insulate and install green roof modules.
Permit Required Due to Lot Percentage
Eco-Industrial Studio
Our customers Alana and Jonathon live in the heart of Toronto. Very urban and very tight on space. With a growing family they were desperate for more space and with the cost of housing in Toronto it became clear to them an insulated backyard studio would be a far smarter, more affordable purchase. It gave them a quiet office space to work away from the noise and chaos of kids and animals and a cool, bright space with lots of air flow to use as a personal gym. The perfect multi-purpose studio.
The Design
The cube has long been a favorite of our customers who are looking for a more industrial design. The sharp lines, boxy shape, and Chamclad siding make this unit feel at home in the concrete jungle of downtown Toronto. Our clients were eager to add a splash of life and colour to the alleyway and our eco-roof was the clear choice. The lush greenery livens up the space and complements the beautiful mural they've had painted in the walkway into their backyard. They managed to brighten up the interior significantly by adding a set of full-lite French doors, an 8' wide patio door and a 5'x3' sliding window towards the back. Facing the entrance and main windows towards the house helps this space feel more like an extension of their home rather than a rented office in another building.
The Installation
The footprint and ample windows helped create a space that felt large and inviting, practically a home away from home. The landscaping in his backyard meant the view from the inside was full of nature, and more like a cottage getaway than a downtown apartment. We helped Matthew to create a warm place to relax, cool off, or simply escape from the hustle and bustle of the concrete jungle that is downtown Toronto. An accomplishment that him and his family have found tremendously useful since the build.
Our Thoughts
Matthew and his family have made great use of the space, but the versatility is worth mentioning as well. The unit was completed with full climate control for year round usage, and could easily be converted into a large office space, a fitness studio, or even an art studio where you can be alone, be yourself, and create. Whatever your needs, we're happy help you design and build the structure that will make you feel fulfilled.
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What Our Customers Are Saying
From transforming cluttered yards into organized spaces to creating serene backyard retreats, we’ve helped countless homeowners bring their vision to life. Here’s why our customers keep recommending us:
"We purchased a shed for our backyard, and everything about our experience was amazing. When first looking at their website it was obvious that they take pride in how their sheds/studios look, but we were equally impressed with the entire buying/installation experience."
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"Decided to go with Backyard escape studios for my backyard structure project after conversing with Gabriella over email and phone chats about what I wanted to achieve and then meeting with Sebastian at the work shoppe."
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"Sebastian and team were fantastic. Living in Toronto we don’t have a lot of outdoor green space, so getting a shed with a green roof was a complete win and we love it! Level of service from day 1 was fantastic and super impressed by the installation crew that worked tirelessly all day in crazy heat to get the job done in a day. Thank you, thank you, thank you - we love it."
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"This company delivered and installed the Gravenhurst Cabin in our backyard last Friday. The cabin looks fantastic. It looks exactly how it was shown on their website. It is like having a cottage right on your own backyard."
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"Our experience with Backyard Escape Studios was seamless from start to finish. I wanted to see the sheds in person before committing to purchase. Sebastian met with me and walked me through the process and helped me to make decisions based on our wants and needs for our shed."
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"We have been wanting to add a shed in our yard for a while but we had difficulty finding a shed that we liked and that looked contemporary like our home until we came across Backyard Escapes Studios. From our first contact to the final installation we had a great experience."
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"Backyard Escapes delivered everything we wanted and more! Building our backyard oasis, we knew we wanted a high quality and aesthetically pleasing structure to compliment our pool and gardens. From the very first contact, Backyard Escapes treated us with the upmost professionalism."
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"This company delivered and installed the Gravenhurst Cabin in our backyard last Friday. The cabin looks fantastic. It looks exactly how it was shown on their website. It is like having a cottage right on your own backyard."
Customer
"We purchased a shed for our backyard, and everything about our experience was amazing. When first looking at their website it was obvious that they take pride in how their sheds/studios look, but we were equally impressed with the entire buying/installation experience."
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"From the very start, Backyard Escape Studios was a pleasure to work with. They responded quickly to my initial email and provided excellent support throughout the sales process. As far as the installation is concerned the team was extremely professional and did an excellent job with the installation."
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"A great experience from beginning to end. We engaged Backyard Escape Studios in the summer to build a shed that we would at some point convert to a home office/gym for us that matches our house."
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"Thank you to Backyard Escape Studios for a seamless process and a high-quality product! We were extremely happy with the service-from start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations."
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"I'm so happy we found Backyard Escape Studios. The shed is top notch and looks amazing! They can customize the shed in so many ways to suit your style and use. I asked for 16" stud bays instead of the standard 24" and this was no problem."
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"We love our Backyard Escape Studio (BES). The dimension, roof and siding features are very architecturally inspiring. I’ve done a ton of research on these products and I can tell you BES is unique. Nothing like it available in this area. I am so impressed with this entire experience."
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"I recently had a new shed designed and installed by Backyard Design Studios. I am thrilled with the results! From the design process through to the finished product, the entire team was so diligent in answering any questions and provided any detailed sketches. "
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