07718 519454     Located in Cranleigh, Surrey enquiries@formatgardenrooms.com

About Us

We use a personal process in crafting your custom garden building or room. Your project will have its own unique needs and challenges that can’t be solved from a selection of models. We listen carefully to what you say, list your requirements, and take a holistic approach to deliver the best quality garden space imaginable. We can assist if there are any potential planning requirements.

A complete offering and personal process

Delivering high-quality, bespoke garden buildings in Surrey

Transparent, competitive prices

40 years experience

Supply and installation dates available

Our Story

Matt Newell, founder and Director

Apprentice served carpenter and joiner, Matt spent a number of years in the early 80s fitting out racing yachts in Sausalito California and assisting a construction company in Tahoe, on the shores of Lake Tahoe, to build timber frame homes, as is typical in construction on the West Coast of the US.

During this time, he gained a vast amount of knowledge on the construction of timber dwellings, with a massive emphasis on, thermal values and air flow, which are the fundamentals, required for the good health of a building and it’s inhabitants.

Working on boats gave rise to ‘’ingenious thinking’’. There are no straight lines on a racing yacht, everything needs to curve to the contours of the vessel.

‘’Different problems, require different thinking’’

One particular project brief, was to fit four quarter berth bunks. Two fore and two aft.

Also in the brief, was a light weight, navigation station table, that could be used in calm conditions, but stowed, during the heat of competition racing.

He devised an effective, but simple solution.

He used 12mm teak, faced ply, the top trimmed with fine teak batons, held in place with round head brass tacks, for decorative effect. A leg was also fashioned from the same ply and attached to the top with brass piano hinge. The table was then fitted to the main bulkhead, also with brass piano hinge, which enabled the entire ensemble to be folded out of the way during a race.

Our mission

We pride ourselves on delivering quality solutions while working hard with our suppliers to keep costs down.

Example room uses and features

  • Garden studios
  • Home gyms
  • Home offices
  • Music rooms
  • Yoga studio
  • Art gallery
  • Beauty and massage
  • Insulated bespoke garden buildings

Years of experience

Renovation projects

Custom builds

Installations

F.A.Q.

Frequently asked questions

How much will this cost?

Projects vary greatly in scope and specification, but we are more than happy to give a guideline cost, based on a preliminary discussion, either by web, or over the phone.

How do I start the process?

Call, mail, or message for no obligation free consultation, or just initial advice.

What if I have more questions?

Just contact us.

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Our Location

Format Garden Rooms
Cranleigh, Surrey (near Guildford)

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