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    Backyard Eichlers — mid-century modern sheds, Eichler house style

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    Posted by: Kate • June 25, 2014

    backyard-eichler-house-miniToday, we’ve discovered a more accessible solution to get a little piece of this famous builder into your very own back yard. Backyard Eichlers offers four Eichler-inspired shed styles to use as a home office, art studio, guest cottage, playhouse, meditation space, potting shed, storage space — or whatever you can dream up….

    midcentury-modern-eichler-shedBackyard Eichlers started when founding partner Scott Balser — a designer, builder and remodeler in the business for over 35 years — wanted to pay homage to Eichler style and provide an aesthetically pleasing option for those looking to enhance the back yard of their mid-century modern style home with a equally beautiful and functional shed.

    midcentury-modern-shedEach of the company’s four models — available in slanted, peaked or flat roof varieties — can be completely customized, allowing you to choose the final size, roofing, siding, flooring, interior paneling, window and door style and type of insulation. Backyard Eichlers can also help you with adding a deck or planning for electrical and plumbing to meet your needs.

    backyard-eichler-style-shedPrices differ based on the model you choose, size, finished and other amenities that are added. The base price range starts at $12,900 fully installed for those who live within a 50 mile radius of Backyard Eichlers in San Rafael, Calif. Another option is to order a kit with pre-assembled panels that you can install yourself, which starts at $9,800 plus tax and delivery. The company will ship pre-assembled kits anywhere in the continental United States, though if you live on the East Coast, be prepared to shell out an additional $3,000-$3,500 for shipping alone.

    backyard-Eichler-roomThese mini mid-century dwellings do not come cheap, but you are paying for the design expertise of a seasoned professional, attention to detail, and buying a ready-made building that can be put up in the course of a day or two creating an instant adult size retro playhouse in your very own back yard. I for one, would love to have my own backyard Eichler hide away to use for an art studio — though since I live in Wisconsin, provisions would have to be made to ensure the space was well heated in the winter months.

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    To learn more about available options, costs and designs visit the company’s website:

    • Backyard Eichlers — Mid-Century Modern Rooms and Sheds

    Mega thanks to Facebook friend Marz for alerting us to these adorable mini Eichlers and to Dave and Backyard Eichlers for his help with this story.

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    1. Jenny says

      June 25, 2014 at 8:33 pm

      Personally, I’m a fan of Modenr Sheds:

      http://www.modern-shed.com

      I like the choice of exterior materials, the interior finish options, and the flexibility in size and shape.

      My dream: a resort made up of a dozen or so Modern Shed cottages overlooking a lake or meadow or otherwise beautiful view. Live in one; rent out the others. Perfection!

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    2. susan says

      June 26, 2014 at 3:25 am

      These look very similiar to the shed plans Readymade magazine put out for free years ago. Here is a piece about them which has some pics and a link to the free plans. http://relaxshax.wordpress.com/2011/09/14/shed-plans-for-the-md100-modern-shedguest-house-from-readymade-magazine/

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    3. LK says

      February 2, 2018 at 12:37 pm

      I LOVE these but note…if you are in Cook County, IL, expect a permit nightmare. We were fighting with CC for TWO YEARS about a shed. They required a permit, electricity, etc. and it was prefab kit ready to go. I do not recommend these if you’re in CC otherwise get your ducks in a row in regards to permit. Otherwise, I would love to have one.

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      • Pam Kueber says

        February 2, 2018 at 4:55 pm

        In my town, permits are required. Special permits or variances may be required if you need to put in a setback, etc. Check local rules….

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    4. Samantha says

      August 16, 2018 at 10:39 pm

      I’d love to see a tutorial that shows you how to transform a regular old box shed into one of these, most people have box sheds in their backyards. Most of these are kits or complete builds. A site that shows you how to remodel them into an Eichler or modern style shed would be great!

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