Partner with Us to Plan & Design Your Dream Backyard Space
YardPods are the ultimate upgrade from ordinary prefab structures and shed conversions, offering unmatched design, superior comfort, lasting durability, and exceptional beauty. We handle the planning and design, and a trusted local builder brings it to life. Don’t settle for less—choose a YardPod.
Your Space, Your Way
There Are No Limits! Every aspect of a YardPod is customized to match your vision and preferences. You’ll work closely with our Chief Designer to achieve perfection.
- Architectural Style
- Size
- Foundation
- Roof Shape & Material
- Exterior Walls
- Doors
- Windows
- Interior Wall Finish
- Flooring
- Insulation
- Power
- Lighting
- HVAC
- Special Needs
Getting Started Consultation – Free!
In your Getting Started Consultation we make sure we fully understand your vision and unique needs for creating a personalized backyard office.
During this one-on-one session with our Chief Designer, we’ll explore project options and share expert advice tailored to your goals. With years of experience, we’ll offer practical solutions and strategies to help bring your ideas to life. You’ll get clear answers and the guidance you need to make confident, smart decisions for your backyard office project.
Site Assessment
A Site Assessment is essential for your backyard office project. Navigating local building regulations can be complex. Beyond state and county rules, many cities have specific regulations regarding the placement and construction of detached structures on your property.
Our service ensures that all relevant regulations are identified and addressed, providing you with clear guidance and confidence for your project.
Site Visit
We may be able to visit your property and provide you with even more comprehensive guidance. This includes a visual inspection of your property’s suitability for a detached structure.
We also interview you to better understand your design needs and preferences. This visit ensures alignment with your vision and offers a clear pathway to begin your project confidently.
Cost To Build Estimate
We can provide you with a cost estimate for designing and building your YardPod following our Site Visit. We assess your vision and preferences, materials and site conditions to deliver our estimate based on recent similar projects in your location. This ensures you understand potential expenses upfront, aiding in effective planning and decision-making to create a workspace that meets your needs and budget.
Construction Drawings
We work closely with you to develop and finalize the details of your YardPod to produce construction-ready drawings and documents. YardPod Construction Drawings include over 20 fully detailed construction drawings and specs in PDF format.
- Foundation Plans
- Elevations
- Sections
- Wall, Roof and Floor Framing
- Floor Plan
- Exterior Renderings
- Electrical Layout
- Specifications and Notes
- Bill of Materials
Design Specifications & Materials List
We offer comprehensive Design Specifications tailored for the construction of your custom-designed backyard office. By providing a well-organized and detailed list, we help you avoid potential setbacks and confusion during the building process.
This comprehensive list helps streamline the building process, saving time and simplifying coordination with contractors and suppliers.
Finding And Working With A Local Builder
We assist you in finding and partnering with a reliable local builder for your backyard home office project. We provide guidance in vetting contractors, reviewing credentials, and ensuring clear communication.
With our support, you can build strong partnerships to achieve a seamless construction process and a high-quality, professionally executed workspace.
We Are Backyard Office Design Experts
Over the past 16 years we have crafted hundreds of custom YardPod backyard offices for sites all over the greater SF Bay Area. From luxurious, high-end studios to budget-friendly workspaces, our proven expertise and commitment to customer care ensure you get a backyard office design tailored to your needs.
YardPod #1 – Designed & Built In 2008
and it’s the YardPods HQ in San Rafael, CA