Inside Out Buildings is a trusted name in bespoke garden buildings, specialising in everything from custom-made residential cabins, sheds, summerhouses and garden studios to observatories, saunas and everything in between.
Based in Dunkeswell, Devon, we’ve been proudly serving communities across Devon and Somerset since 2012.
Founded by Simon Steer as a sister company to Your Local Logs, Inside Out Buildings was born from a passion for sustainability, craftsmanship and community.
What started as a conversation between two dads at the school gates grew into a thriving business rooted in ethical woodland management and local timber supply.
Our journey began in the Blackdown Hills, managing ancient woodland and supplying ethically sourced hardwood logs. As demand grew, Your Local Logs was formed, delivering over 1,000 tonnes of firewood annually, all sourced within a 50km radius of our yard.
But as the seasons changed, so did our focus. During the quieter months, we saw an opportunity to expand – and that’s when Inside Out Buildings came to life.
We noticed a gap in the market – while sheds and garden buildings were widely available, truly bespoke timber buildings were hard to find. Customers wanted more than off-the-shelf solutions – they wanted custom craftsmanship, tailored to their space and style.
Today, Inside Out Buildings designs and builds a wide range of bespoke timber structures, including:
We also serve as a local agent for Timber Garden Buildings (TGB), offering premium-quality sheds and garden structures alongside our custom builds.
Our skilled team of local carpenters work year-round, building, delivering and installing timber buildings that are made to last. We take pride in being a local business employing local people, committed to quality and sustainability.
Come and explore our large undercover display area next to Dunkeswell Airfield. You’ll find a variety of timber buildings in different stages of construction – perfect for seeing the craftsmanship up close. Together with a permanent display area.
Location: Dunkeswell, Devon
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We believe in quality timber buildings at affordable prices, built with care and designed to last. Whether you’re looking for a bespoke shed, a custom summerhouse or a durable garden store, we’re here to help bring your vision to life.
The IOB blog is an informative resources with useful information, hints, tips and advice on all things wood. Check our latest articles below.
A quality timber building is a significant investment, so it’s natural to ask how long it will last. Whether you’re considering a garden office, workshop, garage, cabin, or summer house, durability is often one of the biggest deciding factors. The good news is that a well-designed timber building can provide decades of reliable use when […]
When investing in a bespoke timber building, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether a workshop or a garage is the best fit for your needs. While the two share many similarities, they are often designed with very different purposes in mind. The right choice depends on how you intend to […]
With more people embracing flexible and remote working, garden offices have become one of the most popular ways to create additional workspace at home. But before investing in a new timber building, it’s natural to ask: do you need planning permission for a garden office? The good news is that many garden offices can be […]