In short: Garden gazebo with a storage shed No. 25-7 is a wooden structure under a single hip roof, most of which is a glazed relaxation space, with an enclosed utility room with a door at one end. The facade is decorated by columns of branching natural trunks with small shelves, and inside stand a table and two benches. The size, the ratio of the rooms and the finishing are agreed with the customer individually.
A garden gazebo with a storage shed beside an old apple tree
In the photo the gazebo stands in a garden next to a large old apple tree whose thick, crooked branches hang down over the roof. The trees are still bare and the grass is pale: it is early spring, when work begins in the garden. It is exactly at such a time that it becomes clear why it is worth having not only a place to relax but also a room for tools: spades, rakes and watering cans are needed every day, and carrying them from the house is inconvenient.
The building is rectangular and elongated. The hip roof is covered with brown tiles and overhangs the walls widely, and a light wooden cornice strip runs beneath it. All the wood is a warm, honey shade, so the structure stands out nicely in the gray spring garden and looks even cozier in summer, when everything around turns green.
Both parts of the structure are joined under one roof, so it looks like a single building rather than a gazebo with a shed added on later. This matters in a small garden, where every structure is seen from all sides.
On a closer look you can see that the building is raised above the ground and stands on separate supports under the base frame. A gap is left between the ground and the floor through which air moves freely, so the lower structure dries faster after rain or melting snow. This solution especially suits a garden, where the soil is often damp and the lawn around the gazebo is watered.
An enclosed utility section with a lockable door
A separate room is built at the right end of the building. A brown door with a handle and a lock leads into it, so the shed can be locked. The walls in this part are closed, clad with vertical boards, so you cannot see through them what is kept inside. In front of the door there is a narrow wooden step, on which it is convenient to climb up and set down what you are carrying.
This solution is valuable for several reasons. First, order is kept in the relaxation section: tools, bags of soil or bicycles are not visible through the glass. Second, in winter you can keep garden furniture cushions, hoses and other things in the shed that are better kept under a roof. Third, a single structure often takes up less space than two separate ones, and more free area is left in the yard.
The door is on the facade side, next to the glass, so you do not have to walk round the building to reach the shed. If it is more convenient on your plot for the entrance to be from the side or the end, this can be discussed when you order.
It also matters that the shed shares a roof with the gazebo. On a rainy day you can get from the relaxation section to the utility room almost without getting wet, and in the evening, after finishing work in the garden, you can put the tools in place and sit down at the table at once. Such an everyday convenience often means the gazebo is used much more often.
Branching trunks with small shelves
The glazed relaxation section is framed by trunks of natural shape. The most striking of them stands between two glass sections: the trunk forks in two directions like the letter Y, and a small round shelf is set between the limbs. You can put a lantern, a small pot of flowers or a cup on it. Another branching trunk stands in the right corner of the building, behind the shed door, and also has a small shelf.
The trunks are debarked but have kept their natural bends, branch marks and knots. Because of this every such gazebo looks different: two identical trunks do not grow in nature. Next to the old apple tree these trunks look very natural, as if the gazebo had grown out of the garden itself.
At the left end of the building the walls are covered with wide vertical boards, and straight beams can be seen between the trunks and the glass. In this way natural shapes are combined with a tidy structure.
The glazed section is divided into two parts, separated by the Y-shaped trunk mentioned above. On the left the glass is framed by straight beams, on the right again by a trunk. Sitting at the table you can see the whole garden through the glass, and the glass itself slides, so on a warm day the relaxation section can be opened to enjoy the freshness of the outdoor air. In the evening, when it cools, it is enough to slide the glass shut and it is cozy again.
Details you can make out in the photo
The table lists what can be seen in the photo of this gazebo. It is a typical example, not the only possible option.
| Detail | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Hip roof with brown tiles | Yes |
| Sliding glass in the long wall | Yes |
| Separate storage shed with a lockable door | Yes |
| Columns of branching trunks with small shelves | Yes, two |
| Table with two benches | Yes |
| Open terrace | No |
What to keep in the shed so the gazebo stays tidy
A gazebo with a storage shed becomes a true garden center: on one side you rest, on the other you keep the things you cannot do without in a garden. For both parts to serve well, it is worth thinking in advance about what will be kept in the utility room:
- garden tools: spades, rakes, pruning shears, watering cans;
- a lawn mower, a trimmer and other small garden equipment;
- garden furniture cushions, tablecloths and blankets, so that they do not have to be carried to the house;
- firewood or charcoal for a barbecue, which can be set up near the gazebo;
- children’s toys, balls and bicycles.
Inside it is worth planning shelves and hooks on the walls; then even in a small room everything has its place. If you will keep a lot of tools in the shed, discuss whether a wider door is needed so that a lawn mower or a wheelbarrow fits through it easily.
In the relaxation section, through the glass, you can see a wooden table with two benches whose legs are crossed and backrests wide. The whole family can sit comfortably at such a set. Laukbaldis makes similar furniture from solid oak; you will find it in the section oak garden and outdoor furniture.
Before ordering: the ratio of the sections and the position of the door
Laukbaldis shows only typical examples, so you can plan your own gazebo using this photo. The main questions to think about before calling:
- How much space to give the shed. In the photo it takes up a small part of the building, but the ratio can be changed depending on how many things you will store.
- Where the door will be. An entrance at the front is convenient when the path leads to the facade, and at the side when you want the relaxation section not to show the utility activity.
- How many walls to glaze. It is worth turning the glass towards the garden or the best view.
- What columns to choose. Branching trunks give naturalness, but straight beams can be chosen too.
For comparison, look at the gazebo with a storage shed and sliding glass No. 25-11.7 and the gazebo with glass among fruit trees No. 25-1. You will find all the models in the section wooden gazebos.
It is worth choosing the place in the garden so that it is convenient to drive up to the shed door with a wheelbarrow, and the glazed section faces the loveliest corner of the garden. If the gazebo will stand under a fruit tree, as in the photo, think about how the tree will grow in future so that its branches do not rub the roof. If what you need more is a separate utility building, visit the section wooden storage sheds and shelters.
Spring care and ordering
Spring is the best time to inspect a wooden structure. Check whether the coating on the trunks and boards has faded and whether water still beads up. If not, clean the surface, let it dry and renew the coating made for exterior wood. Inspect the gaps between the limbs of the trunks and the small shelves more carefully, because water and leaves stay there.
In autumn, before winter, tidy the tools in the shed and check that the door closes well. Before putting garden furniture cushions and other textiles away, dry them thoroughly so that they do not go moldy and stay clean until next season. When a gazebo stands under a large tree, leaves, twigs and petals fall on the roof. It is worth clearing them off at least twice a year so that water can run off freely. Clean the tracks of the sliding glass of sand, and air the shed from time to time, especially if you keep damp tools in it.
UAB “Laukbaldis” has been making wooden products since 1996 and, according to the company, was the first in Lithuania to start making this production. To order, call +370 687 25388 and quote No. 25-7. During the conversation you will discuss the size, the position of the shed and the side of the door, the glazing, the columns and the finishing.
Frequently asked questions
Can the storage shed be locked?
In the photo the shed door has a handle with a lock, so the room can be locked. The type and position of the door are worth discussing when you order.
Can the shed be larger than in the photo?
Yes, the ratio of the relaxation section to the shed is agreed individually. It all depends on how many things you plan to store and how much space you want for relaxing.
What are the small shelves on the trunks for?
It is handy to put a lantern, a pot of flowers or a cup on them. They also become a distinctive decoration that emphasizs the natural shape of the trunk.
Can a gazebo be built under a large tree?
It can, but then more leaves and twigs will fall on the roof. They need to be cleared regularly so that water runs off freely and the roof lasts longer.
Are the table and benches included in the set?
In the photo a table with two benches can be seen inside, but furniture is discussed separately. Laukbaldis also makes oak garden furniture.
How do I order gazebo No. 25-7?
Call us and quote No. 25-7. We will discuss the size, the position of the shed, the glazing and the finishing.
