Pods & Offices
Backyard Office Pods & Garden Studios
Working from home changed what a backyard is for. ModuHaus backyard office pods turn unused garden space into a proper outdoor workspace, insulated and separated from the noise of the house. Unlike an indoor portable booth or flat-pack shed, these architect-designed garden studios create a dedicated room for focused work, creative practice, client meetings or guest use, subject to the relevant site and approval pathway.
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Backyard Office Pods & Garden Studios range
4 models
4m Backyard Office Pod
Office pod with bed, bath & cabinetry
Starting point
From$16,854
Best for
Backyard office
Configuration
Bedroom · bathroom · study
A compact, beautifully made room for the garden — a studio, an office or a quiet retreat, a few steps from the house.
Footprint
3.9 × 2.2 m
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3m Backyard Office Pod
Compact backyard office
Starting point
From$12,040
Best for
Backyard office
Configuration
Open studio · integrated joinery
A compact, beautifully resolved room for the garden — the smallest way to give your work, or your quiet, a place of its own.
Footprint
2.9 × 2.2 m
Collection
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6m Backyard Office Pod
Backyard pod with bed, bath & kitchenette
Starting point
From$22,014
Best for
Premium backyard office
Configuration
Living · bathroom · kitchenette
Our most generous standalone space — a fully serviced pod that moves easily between office, studio and a place to stay.
Footprint
6.0 × 2.2 m
Collection
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6m Push-Out Pod
Expandable pod — opens to 20 m²
Starting point
From$21,750
Best for
Guest accommodation
Configuration
Open-plan · expandable
A pod that travels compact and pushes out on site to twenty square metres — a complete small space for guests, work or a weekend away.
Footprint
5.9 × 2.2 m folded · ~20 m² open
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Compare backyard office pods
Compare office pod models by intended use, footprint and indicative structure price. Delivery access, power, services and the intended use still need a site-specific review.
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| Model | Best for | Footprint | Configuration | Indicative starting price | Delivery format | Select |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4m Backyard Office Pod | Backyard office | 3.9 × 2.2 m | Bedroom · bathroom · study | From $16,854 | Confirm access and placement | |
| 3m Backyard Office Pod | Backyard office | 2.9 × 2.2 m | Open studio · integrated joinery | From $12,040 | Confirm access and placement | |
| 6m Backyard Office Pod | Premium backyard office | 6.0 × 2.2 m | Living · bathroom · kitchenette | From $22,014 | Confirm access and placement | |
| 6m Push-Out Pod | Guest accommodation | 5.9 × 2.2 m folded · ~20 m² open | Open-plan · expandable | From $21,750 | Confirm access and placement |
Prices are indicative starting points. Final scope and pricing depend on the selected pod, site preparation, delivery, services, approvals and inclusions.
The format
What is a backyard office pod?
A backyard office pod is a standalone structure in a garden or yard, used as a workspace, studio or separate room away from the main house. A considered pod is insulated, weather-protected and prepared for the services needed for its intended use.
It gives working from home a physical boundary: somewhere quiet for focused work or calls, with the flexibility to support a different use as your needs change.
Physical separation
A dedicated room a few steps from home, rather than another activity in the main house.
Quiet
A more focused setting for calls, deep work, making or client appointments.
Permanence
A weather-protected outdoor structure rather than temporary furniture or storage.
Flexibility
A workspace today that may support studio, study or guest use where the site pathway allows.
Clear intent
A backyard office pod is not a portable booth
The phrase office pod can mean two very different things. An indoor acoustic booth is furniture-like equipment placed inside an existing workplace for short calls or focus sessions.
A ModuHaus backyard pod is an outdoor, standalone structure for a garden or yard. It is intended to create a separate workspace with weather protection and an appropriate service setup. For an indoor corporate-office booth, this is not the right product category.
Uses
What can you use a pod for?
The product, services and approval pathway should match the intended use. These are common starting points for a backyard pod.
Home office
A quieter, more deliberate setting for remote work, calls and focused tasks.
Studio
A separate place for art, music, photography, yoga, podcasting or creative work.
Consulting room
A private, professional space for client-facing work, subject to site and business requirements.
Guest or study space
A flexible extra room; adding a bathroom or habitable use can change the approval pathway.
Choosing a model
How to choose a garden office pod
Start with the work the space needs to support. A compact home office pod can suit focused solo work, while a larger garden studio may better suit meetings, creative practice, a bathroom or a kitchenette. The product should be selected after the intended use is clear, not just by the available corner of the yard.
Then review the practical site questions: property entry, crane or placement space, ground conditions, power and data, any plumbing, and the planning or certification pathway. These factors can affect both the viable model and the complete project budget.
Focused work
Prioritise a compact footprint, daylight, integrated joinery and a quiet separation from the main house.
Client-facing use
Allow for privacy, accessibility, parking, power, data and any local requirements for a home business.
Flexible studio
Choose a format that supports making, teaching, recording or occasional guest use without assuming a habitable pathway.
Serviced space
A bathroom or kitchenette may change the service, approval and certification discussion, so confirm it early.
Specification
Backyard office pod features
Available features vary by model and final scope. Typical options may include insulation, weather-protected cladding, power readiness, climate-control preparation, glazing choices and provision for data connectivity.
Year-round comfort
Insulation and glazing options can help create a more usable workspace through changing weather.
Power and data
Electrical and connectivity requirements should be planned with the site and licensed trades.
Weather protection
External finishes and cladding are selected for outdoor use, with final maintenance needs confirmed by product.
Considered design
Compact layouts prioritise useful work or studio space without losing the garden to a full extension.
Site pathway
Do you need council approval for a backyard office pod?
Requirements depend on size, siting, use, plumbing and the local council. A non-habitable office pod may follow a different pathway from a pod used as accommodation or one with a bathroom or kitchenette. Bushfire, flood, heritage and other overlays can also affect the review.
In NSW, a suitable small non-habitable studio may have an exempt or complying-development pathway. In Victoria, planning and building requirements can differ. In Queensland, non-habitable Class 10a structures are assessed differently from habitable Class 1a buildings. These are only starting points; confirm the requirements for your site.
Budget
How much does a backyard office pod cost in Australia?
Current indicative structure pricing is shown on the pod product cards above and varies by model, size and specification. The final project budget also needs to allow for site preparation and footings, delivery and placement, power connection, and plumbing where a bathroom or kitchenette is part of the scope.
The visible product price is not a turnkey project price. Approval, certification, service upgrades and site-specific work may vary. The Finance guide and Planning Assessment can help clarify the broader project conversation.
Planning next steps
Find the right pod for your backyard and intended use.
A Planning Assessment helps clarify access, services, intended use and approval considerations before you narrow the product conversation.
Start a Planning AssessmentHow ModuHaus takes a project from brief to deliveryQuestions before you begin
How much does a backyard office pod cost in Australia?+
Pricing varies by model, specification and site requirements. The product cards above show current indicative starting prices for the structure; site preparation, delivery, placement, power connection and any plumbing are project-specific. A site-specific quote is the accurate way to budget.
Do I need council approval for a garden office pod?+
It depends on size, siting, intended use and your council. A small non-habitable office pod may have a different pathway from a pod with plumbing or accommodation use. Confirm the requirements for your specific site before committing.
What's the difference between an office pod and a shed?+
A shed is generally intended for storage. An office pod is designed as a more finished, insulated and weather-protected workspace, with the final specification, power and approvals depending on the selected product and site.
Is a backyard pod the same as a portable office booth?+
No. An indoor office booth is a small enclosure used inside an existing workplace. A ModuHaus backyard pod is a standalone outdoor structure intended for a garden or yard, with a different scale, site setup and use case.
Can a backyard pod have a bathroom?+
Some project pathways may include bathroom or kitchenette facilities, but plumbing and habitable use can change the approval and service requirements. Amenities options and the specific site pathway should be reviewed early.
How long does it take to get a backyard office pod?+
Factory construction can run alongside site preparation, but the full timeline depends on the selected product, approvals where required, delivery access, installation and service connections. A Planning Assessment helps identify the likely project steps.