Working from Home – An Outdoor Retreat

During the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, the UK government and devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland encouraged people to work from home whenever possible. Many discovered that remote working improved their work-life balance, offering a break from the daily commute and more time with family. However, working from home can make it difficult to maintain a clear boundary between professional and personal life, especially when your home doubles as your office.

A couple from Salisbury, Wiltshire, faced this challenge and decided to enhance their home office setup with a SunSpaces veranda. By creating a dedicated garden workspace and outdoor retreat, they were able to enjoy a productive remote work environment while protecting their well-being and personal time. The veranda installation transformed their home, providing an inspiring outdoor workspace and supporting a healthier work-life balance.

Installing the new veranda

The SunSpaces Ultra Veranda was built by our experienced in-house installation team. Despite challenging weather conditions, the team maintained focus and delivered a flawless installation, ensuring our customers were delighted with the results.

Despite challenging weather conditions, the team pressed on, delivering excellent results that delighted our customers.

"Hell and damnation it seemed wouldn't stop progress, and it was a terrible irony that the sun came out as soon as the work was complete!

SunSpaces’ service and professionalism are truly commendable, and we are happy to recommend them."

How we helped our customers to improve their work/life balance while working from home

The homeowners shared their experience after transforming their outdoor space with an Ultra veranda:

What Our Client Said

“We are very happy with our terrace and veranda. Since COVID-19 required us to work from home, having a sheltered outdoor area has made an incredible difference to our comfort and wellbeing. Thanks to the integrated heaters, we can enjoy the garden in almost any weather, extending our outdoor living space throughout the year.
“It’s remarkable how just spending a few minutes in the fresh air, surrounded by nature, helps to melt away the stress of working and living within the same four walls.
“We’re also thrilled with the integrated LED lighting — being able to dim the lights creates a relaxing evening atmosphere, without feeling like we’re under a spotlight. The Ultra veranda has truly enhanced both our home lifestyle and our mental wellbeing.”
"COVID-19 has obliged us to work from home since mid-March, and being able to use the outdoor space almost regardless of weather (thanks to the heaters) has made a real difference to our general wellbeing.

A few months after installation, the couple reflected on how their SunSpaces veranda had transformed their lifestyle.

“We have certainly been making good use of the veranda and terrace, and we are really happy with the transformation it has brought to both the house and our ability to enjoy fresh-air dining – a great way to relax and get away from work while working from home.”

Al Fresco Living

The veranda became the heart of their daily routine.

“We’ve been able to have nearly every breakfast, mid-morning coffee and lunch outside. Only the worst of weather and gloom has caused us to revert inside.”

With the help of integrated heaters and LED lighting, the homeowners can now enjoy all year-round outdoor living, whether for remote work or relaxation.

Would you like to add a SunSpace to your property? Browse our veranda range here, or give us a call on 0800 028 8756 to discuss your project.