A Custom Art Studio Built for Creativity in London, Ontario

This 16x10 Advanced Studio was designed and built for a homeowner in London, Ontario who wanted a dedicated creative workspace separate from the main house. The goal was a bright, warm, and inspiring space where art could happen without interruption — and without sacrificing the comfort of a finished interior.

Exterior Design and Build Quality

The exterior features a striking combination of natural cedar-stained pine shiplap on the front facade with black corrugated steel siding on the side walls. The black aluminum trim, fascia, and modern lean-to roofline give the studio a clean, contemporary look that sits beautifully in a wooded backyard setting. The structure is elevated on adjustable steel supports, keeping it off the ground and protected from moisture — a key consideration for Ontario’s climate.

French doors with flanking sidelite windows flood the interior with natural light, which was essential for the client’s art practice. Additional casement windows on the side walls provide cross-ventilation and ensure even lighting throughout the day.

A Fully Finished Interior Ready to Work In

Inside, the studio is finished wall-to-wall with natural pine shiplap cladding on both the walls and ceiling, creating a warm, cottage-like atmosphere. The grey vinyl plank flooring provides a durable, easy-to-clean surface that handles paint spills and studio work without concern. Recessed pot lights in the ceiling provide even overhead lighting, and multiple electrical outlets are wired throughout the space to power tools, lighting rigs, and equipment.

At 160 square feet, this studio offers enough room for easels, a work table, storage, and comfortable movement around the space. It was installed in a single day and delivered fully finished — the homeowner was creating in their new studio the same week.

Why London, Ontario Homeowners Choose Backyard Escape Studios

Whether you need a home office, art studio, yoga retreat, or personal workshop, a Backyard Escape Studio gives you a purpose-built space without the cost and disruption of a home renovation. We serve London and the surrounding Middlesex County area including St. Thomas, Strathroy, Dorchester, and Komoka. Every studio is custom-designed, professionally built, and installed on-site by our experienced crew.

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