Eastwest Architecture, a London-based studio, has recently designed an uncommon addition for a house in the neighborhood of Walthamstow, London. If there is any building in a garden, it is typically something like a shed, a cupola, a gazebo, or even a doghouse. However, at the request of a fitness-minded client, Eastwest Architecture built a small gym at the rear end of her property's garden.
The Garden Studio Gym, as the small gym is called, is covered in charred cedar planks on the exterior. Three of the interior walls and the ceiling are clad in pine, and one of the walls is a mirror that aids in working out while also creating the illusion of more space. The gym has two skylights and a window to increase natural light and offer views of the garden vegetation.
What's Driving This Trend
- Wood-clad Garden Gyms
- Designing garden gyms with wood cladding offers a unique and natural aesthetic, blending fitness with outdoor living.
- Functional Outdoor Extensions
- Creating functional spaces, like gyms, in outdoor areas provides homeowners with convenient and versatile options to enhance their living spaces.
- Maximizing Natural Light
- Incorporating skylights and windows in gym designs not only increases natural light but also connects users to the surrounding outdoor environment.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture and Design
- Architects and designers can explore innovative ways to incorporate functional and visually appealing elements, such as wood cladding and natural lighting, into outdoor spaces.
- Home Improvement and Construction
- Home improvement professionals can tap into the demand for outdoor gyms and create custom-built structures that satisfy the growing trend of fitness-focused homeowners.
- Wellness and Fitness
- The wellness industry can leverage the popularity of garden gyms to promote outdoor fitness and develop products or services that cater to this specific market segment.
