She sheds and backyard studios in San Antonio
A space of your own, a few steps from the back door. We design and build she sheds and backyard studios for reading, crafts, a home office or a quiet retreat: insulated, finished inside and built to look good in your yard.
What is included
- Design sized to your yard and how you will use it
- Concrete slab or pier foundation
- Framing, roofing and siding that suit your home
- French doors, windows and skylights
- Insulation, drywall or wood interior finish
- Flooring, trim and paint
- Covered porch, steps and ramps
- Shelving, desks and built-ins
What affects the price
Every estimate is written for your space. These are the items that move the number most:
- Size and roof style
- Foundation and site grading
- Windows, French doors and skylights
- Insulation and interior finish
- Porch, decking and steps
- Built-ins and shelving
See the work
Real photos of additions, sheds and outdoor living we have completed, in the Additions, sheds and outdoor living section of our project gallery.
How the work runs
- WalkthroughWe look at the spot, access, drainage and how you want to use the space.
- Design and estimateSize, layout, windows, finishes and porch, priced line by line.
- Permits and HOAWe check setbacks, permit rules for your address and HOA approval.
- BuildFoundation, framing, roof, siding, doors and windows, then the interior.
- Final walkthroughWe walk your new space with you and finish the punch list.
She sheds and backyard studios questions
What is a she shed?
A finished backyard building used as personal space: a studio, office, craft room, reading room or retreat. It is built like a small room, with insulation, windows and a finished interior, not just storage.
Do I need a permit for a she shed in San Antonio?
It depends on size, height, use and where it sits on your lot, and on whether your address is inside city limits. Larger detached buildings need a permit. We check the rules for your address before we price the build.
Can my she shed have lights, power or air conditioning?
Yes. Electrical work and any mini-split or window unit hookup are performed and permitted by properly licensed trade contractors. We plan the building so that work fits in cleanly.
Will my HOA need to approve it?
Many HOAs have rules on size, height, location and materials for backyard buildings. We help you prepare what your HOA asks for.
How long does it take to build?
Most she sheds take a few weeks once permits and materials are ready. Your estimate includes a schedule for your design.
Often paired with
Home remodeling
Room makeovers, open layouts and whole-home updates, planned with you and managed from demo to final walkthrough.
Home additions
Primary suites, in-law suites, bedrooms, living space and sunrooms, from drawings and permits to matching finishes.
Custom sheds
Storage and workshop sheds, built on a proper base and finished to match your home.