# DIY Modular Sheds Mod Shed's Designs Can Be Easily Assembled in an Afternoon By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-07-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-shed References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-manufacturer-revolutionizes-tiny-homeshe-shed-market-with-diy-builds-301088820.html) Mod Shed is introducing a series of innovative [modular sheds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vettel-haus) that can be used as tiny homes or she-sheds, and easily assembled to suit specific needs. The versatile living or recreational spaces set themselves apart with affordable designs and accessible designs that don't need to be put together with the aid of a contractor—in fact, the products are touted as the "easy-to-build, modern shed solution that can be assembled in an afternoon." As the tiny spaces have the potential to be used as everything from backyard offices to [off-grid living solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-offgrid-house), they can be expanded upon with everything from [solar panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e55000) to HVAC systems as desired. The sturdy sheds help to add value to homes by expanding their livable square footage space and they can be set up as either permanent or temporary structures. Image Credit: Mod Shed ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Modular Shed Homes:** Modular shed homes provide an affordable and accessible living solution that can be assembled in an afternoon, creating DIY housing opportunities. - **Off-grid Living:** Modular sheds can be modified to include solar panels and HVAC systems, providing opportunities for off-grid living and sustainable housing solutions. - **Tiny Spaces:** Modular sheds can be used as everything from backyard offices to she-sheds, providing opportunities for versatile and customizable tiny spaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Construction Industry:** The construction industry can benefit from incorporating affordable and easily assembled modular shed designs in their housing offerings, opening up new markets. - **Real Estate Industry:** Real estate developers can add value to existing homes by adding modular shed structures as livable square footage space, creating opportunities for innovative property listings and investment strategies. - **Sustainability Industry:** The sustainability industry can take advantage of the potential for off-grid living and sustainable housing solutions offered by modifying modular sheds to include solar panels and other sustainable features, creating opportunities for innovative green housing solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Wooden Shed Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schtauss.md) - [Adaptive Backyard Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-shack-1.md) - [Dual-Workspace Backyard Sheds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workshed.md) - [Compact Sustainable Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cabana.md) - [Modular Living Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-bv-system.md) - [Shape‑shifting Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-offgrid-house.md) - [Solar Powered Compact Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e55000.md) - [Compact Modular Forest Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-house.md) - [Modular Trailer-Free Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vagabond-haven-evergreen.md)