The style of shed chosen should compliment its surroundings.
Sheds are additions to homes that can be both functional and stylish. With a variety of sizes, styles and types of sheds on the market, there are many options to choose from. Many homeowners prefer to try and match the shed as closely as possible with their home in terms of roof line and siding color. Others try to blend the shed in with the yard and outdoor environment, such as a rustic garden or modern landscape.
A-Frame Cape
Similar to the frame of most homes, A-frame, Cape style sheds easily blend in with a home. A Cape shed can have an overhang, which is where the roof hangs out over the walls for an elaborate and upscale look. The A-frame design gives the building a simple and modern look. Capes are complimented well by 18-by-27-inch windows and can accommodate single or double doors, depending on your need. Double doors are ideal if storing large items in the shed, a single door would be best if you are short on space for smaller items as you would not have to account for the large area of swing room for the double doors.
Mini Barn
Mini barns are small storage sheds for an economical building choice. Mini barns are reminiscent of rustic barns with the signature gambrel roof style. Typically, mini barns incorporate smaller, 60-inch jalousie windows and a double door for wide access. These are ideal for minimal storage needs and suit tight space restrictions. The barn style look of the buildings are a fitting compliment to a rustic setting or country environment.
Dutch Barn
Similar to the mini barn, the Dutch barn are larger versions of the compact storage units. The gambrel roof line is similar to that of the mini barn though the space much exceeds it. The Dutch barn allows plenty of room for overhead storage and even a loft. The country and rustic look of the Dutch barns makes it suitable to a country-style environment. Some homes and many garages also incorporate this barn-like roofline, making this style shed an ideal blend to these types of buildings.
Quaker
A pronounced front overhang gives the Quaker style shed a distinctive look. Inspired by traditional New England craftsmanship, this style of shed is an ideal compliment in a garden or as a pool shed. The 18-inch overhang gives the building an interesting and unique look to it, making it a focal point of your yard or garden. This building would be an ideal compliment to a home or garage with a pronounced overhang, or a home with distinctive New England design style.
Villa
A villa roof line is a unique style that comes to a point in the center, similar to the look of a pyramid. The building has a modern and European style and visual appeal, making it an ideal fit for a modern home or landscape. Slightly unusual and less common than the other styles, a villa style building will accommodate your storage needs while adding a degree of elegance and style to your yard as well.
