Cheryl from State Farm introduced us all to the concept of the “she shed” when her backyard sanctuary began burning down in the 2019 State Farm commercial.
Since then, she sheds have continued to rise in popularity as a fun, modern twist on the very traditional man cave.
What is the meaning of a she shed?
Realtor.com Deputy Editor Judy Dutton says it best. “A she shed is the female equivalent of a man cave—a refuge where she can escape from her spouse, whiny kids, work, and other responsibilities and just chill on her own,”
Also referred to as a diva den, “it’s basically the modern-day version of Virginia Woolf’s A Room of One’s Own.”
The term “she shed” may be gender-specific, but anyone who is looking for a private, me-time retreat could use a she shed, or “me shed” as HGTV calls it.
How much does it cost to build a she shed?
Our she shed customers tend to gravitate towards sheds ranging in size from 10×12 for HOA compliance, all the way up to 12×24.
This being said, those looking at building a she shed should budget anywhere from $4,000 to $15,000 for the shed itself depending on the size and options selected. Add an $12,000 to $15,000 to your total budget to finish out the shed depending on the size of the shed selected.
How to customize your she shed
A she shed should reflect a woman’s personality and vibe both inside and out.
At Cool Sheds we have numerous ways you can customize your she shed including:
- Planter boxes
- Window shutters
- Custom exterior and interior paint color
- Lighting treatments
- Roof style
- Siding type
- And more!
Want a fully-customized shed to fit your needs and personality? Try out our shed design tool.
She Shed Ideas & Shed-spiration
Whether you’re an artist, musician, gardening enthusiast, or bookworm, a she shed is the perfect backyard addition to gain a dedicated “me time” space.
Here are a few of our favorite she shed ideas to inspire your own backyard escape:
Ready to escape to your own she shed?
The concept of a completely zen, all-you space calling your name? Contact us today to begin the process of customizing your dream she shed, visit one of our locations to explore our pre-built options, or shop our available inventory online!
