After trying to squeeze your garden tools, exercise bike, and totes of holiday decor into a spare closet, you’ve finally decided to invest in a backyard storage shed. Regardless of what you plan to put inside, the truth is, this type of structure is going to be something you have to look at every day. Shouldn’t you like how it looks in your yard? There are plenty of ways to make a storage shed an attractive part of your property—just take inspiration from these eight storage shed ideas.
A storage shed doesn’t have to be an eyesore, regardless of what you stow away inside. Take inspiration from this cottage-inspired shed from Jamaica Cottage Shop, which features an adorable, arched door. A simplistic approach using black paint for the door and white wood siding adds visual contrast that draws the eyes to the unique door. Even if you just keep some rakes and bags of fertilizer inside, this shed is a charming addition to any backyard.
Whether you build a shed or opt for a prefabricated version, this type of structure is a blank canvas that you can customize to suit your needs. While many sheds hold garden tools, you could also install some cabinets, shelves, counters, and a potting wheel to make your own artsy oasis. Here, sculptor Mimi has turned a shed into a pottery studio. Open shelves store recent projects and supplies. A simple wall mural and patterned flooring lend an imaginative and inspiring aesthetic.
