UK Mensheds

I missed this the other day, but Age concern are following the lead on the succesful Austrailian Menshed schemes, according to the BBC. Age Concern Gloucestershire is about to begin its newest project in the Forest of Dean aimed at men aged over 55. The “Men in Sheds” scheme will see men giving their time… Continue reading UK Mensheds

Planning issues funny responses

The shed friendly telegraph reports. An architect’s wickedly sarcastic replies to pointless questions on a planning form have made him an unwitting champion for all those exasperated by bureaucracy. John Jessop earned a cult following among his colleagues after his withering comments were leaked in an e-mail which has been sent all round the country.… Continue reading Planning issues funny responses

Shed converted in 4 level teenager house

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From apartment therapy a teen’s(?) parents hired architecture firm, H²O architectes, to redesign/convert their backyard garden shed into a four level living quarter, complete with a sleeping loft, small office/study and a bathroom.. Not sure if it was really a shed , but it’s a greats build.. More pics here

Blacksheep house won

On the Grand designs live show last night the wonderful Black sheep house which was a converted shed won it’s Conversion category. congrats to all involved… a great example of shed and nature in one.

When is your Beer O’clock sheddies

“Beer O’clock” in Britain is 6.14pm, new research revealed today. That’s the time the average drinker makes it to the bar after work, according to a survey. The research also found Britons spend longer in the pub than their continental neighbours. The survey of drinking habits across Europe found drinkers in this country spent an… Continue reading When is your Beer O’clock sheddies

Shedworking improves your elf?

After the many reports of about cleaner toilets then your keyboard Alex has some advice for the shedworker. Consider the state of my special keyboard at work, I think working from the shed would do me the world of good.