
They come in a variety of sizes and styles to suit every need and budget, and because they’re technically sheds (and not separate living quarters) you can install one on your land without a lot of hassle. These detached, tiny-office pods, studios or sheds are all the rage for creating a separate and peaceful office space at home. Or perhaps you planned on building an addition…until you realized it would set you back an average of $40,000 ( according to ) and force you to live and work in a construction zone for untold amounts of time.įortunately, there is a simple, affordable and convenient alternative for the rural-work-at-home family: meet the modern office shed. You may have thought that guest bedroom would have been perfect for a home office, but quickly realized it takes a lot of focus (not to mention patience) to ignore the cries, giggles and interruptions of children when you’re up against a deadline…or on a conference call.

However, sharing your work/home space with a young family can present its own challenges, i.e.: distractions, noise and interruptions.

Whether you own your own business, are an independent contractor/consultant or are able to negotiate a work-at-home arrangement, if you have a phone and internet connection, telecommuting could pave the way for the rural life you’ve always dreamed of.

Working from home might be your dream, but you need a real office space to call your own.įresh air, peace and quiet and freedom from the city grind are all reasons rural living is making a comeback.īut another big driver behind the trend is the option of telecommuting.
