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Our Melbourne design buildings are relatively easy to assemble however if you feel that you may want some assistance check out our hire a contractor page.
Home Studios
Melbourne
Nature and design blended together in harmony.
Gently curved on all sides, the regal Tudor roof style complements the Melbourne’s clean and simple box style. Inviting double doors lead to an elegant space that is ideal as a garden studio, home office, or backyard home theater. The Melbourne’s striking style makes a gracious statement in any locale. Interestingly, this stately structure takes its inspiration from a deluxe his ’n hers outhouse – circa 16th century Massachusetts. Get more Melbourne design inspirations and check out our favourites before you get started!
overview
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Gently curved on all sides our Melbourne home studio striking design, makes a gracious statement in any locale. View more on pricing and your Melbourne home studio in these style tabs.
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Features
- Characterized by a curved roof roofline.- Plenty of headroom. - The ideal space for garden home office.
Popular options:
- Double French doors
- Bar windows
- Black finial
- Full length window
- Asphalt shingles
- Extra overhang
Floor plans
Below are a few sample Melbourne studio floorplans to get you started.For more ideas and photos please visit Interiors under inspiration.
Melbourne floor plan configurations
Try this Floor Planner Tool to design your own space and share as you like. You may also download graph paper and print out a few sheets to help designing your own space!
Available Melbourne home studio kit sizes
Melbourne have sizes ranging from 81 sq.ft to 144 sq.ft
If you cannot find your size please contact us.
Assembly
Level of Difficulty:
Like all of our buildings, our Melbourne studio design kit includes easy-to-follow instructions, diagrams, and assembly videos that will help you through the process.
Below is a series of photos showing one of our Melbourne buildings being assembled.
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Melbourne home studio foundation
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Wall frame assembly
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Completed Melbourne home studio (click image for more details)
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3D Video Tour of a Melbourne building
The product featured is a Melbourne studio in a backyard setting with the following options: Opening windows, standard single door, a screen kit.
Visit our 3D Tours page to see all the Summerwood Styles.
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Melbourne design video tour
details & specs
Melbourne Home Studio Dimensions
| A | B | C | D | E |
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| BUILDING DEPTH | BUILDING HEIGHT | FLOOR HEIGHT | WALL HEIGHT | ROOF HEIGHT |
| 4' | 8' - 4 1/8" | 5 5/8" | 6' - 4 1/2" | 1' 6" |
| 6' | 8' - 11 1/2" | 5 5/8" | 6' - 4 1/2" | 2' - 1 3/8" |
| 8' | 10' - 2 3/8" | 7 5/8" | 6' - 10 1/2" | 2' - 8 1/4" |
| 10' | 10' - 9 3/8" | 7 5/8" | 6' - 10 1/2" | 3' - 3 1/4" |
| 12' | 11' - 4 1/4" | 7 5/8" | 6' - 10 1/2" | 3' - 10 1/8" |
| 14' | 11' - 11 1/4" | 7 5/8" | 6' - 10 1/2" | 4' - 5 1/8" |
| 16' | 12' - 8 1/4" | 8 3/8" | 6' - 10 1/2" | 5' - 1/8" |
| 18' | 13' - 3 1/2" | 8 3/8" | 6' - 10 1/2" | 5' - 7 3/8" |
| 20' | 13' - 10 3/8" | 8 3/8" | 6' - 10 1/2" | 6' - 2 1/4" |
| 22' | 14' - 5 3/8" | 8 3/8" | 6' - 10 1/2" | 6' - 9 1/4" |
| 24' | 15' - 3/8" | 8 3/8" | 6' - 10 1/2" | 7' - 4 1/4" |
| 26' | 15' - 7 1/4" | 8 3/8" | 6' - 10 1/2" | 7' - 11 1/4" |
| 28' | 16' - 2 1/4" | 8 3/8" | 6' - 10 1/2" | 8' - 6 1/8" |
Our measurements (i.e. 8ft. x 12ft.) are taken from the outside of the floor & wall framing, therefore, they don't include the siding, and/or sheathing.
For true interior measurements, subtract the thickness of the wall framing; 3 ½” for 2x4 walls, and 5 ½” for 2x6 walls. Note: 2 x 4 is actually 1 ½” x 3 ½” and 2 x 6 is actually 1 ½” x 5 ½” due to the properties of "finished” lumber.
Wall Plan
Wall plan drawing for a Melbourne building
For true exterior dimensions, add the siding, sheathing (if applicable), and corner trim pieces. The Canexel siding is 3/8" thick, the cedar siding is 3/4" thick and the log siding is 1 1/2" thick. The wall sheathing varies from 7/16” to 3/4”. The corner trim is 3/4".
If you have any other questions pertaining to the size of your Melbourne home studio, please do not hesitate to ask us, we're here to help.
Roof Framing Plan
In strong competition with hip roofing, gable roofing is up there for the most popular roofing style. Common in Melbourne structures are gable roofs, which typically features a continuous ridge, with two sides sloping from the center toward the walls of the structure.
Gable roofs are much easier to frame, sheath, and finish, giving the vertical wall component of a gable roof its style, known as “gable ends”.
Ventilation is easy to install. Due to its geometry and access to gable ends, roof vents can be placed on the gable ends rather than the roof itself. Consult with your contractor or roofing company, for the most effective ventilation system for your roof.
Roof framing drawing for a Melbourne building
Overhang Detail
Soffits are the cedar trim pieces that are attached to the underside of the rafter ends. Fascia is typically the cedar 1x4 that’s used to cover the rafter tips and provide a nice straight level line for the bottom of your roof.
Melbourne studio overhang detail
Foundation
The Melbourne style is well suited for a traditional patio stone foundation. A concrete pad is also ideal for poolside applications.
Visit Foundations Page for detail.
Melbourne studio foundation
Materials
Like all summerwood designs, the Melbourne home studio design is a fantastic display of premium grade materials coming together for any of your outdoor needs. Our materials are chosen for their aesthetic appeal, durability, and environmental friendliness. Construction is engineered for garages and cabins but ideally suited for storage sheds and pool cabanas as well.
| item | material | dimension | notes |
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| runners | pressure treated | 2x6 | underside of floor framing |
| joists | pressure treated | 2x4 - 2x8 | 16" on center |
| sheathing | spruce | 48" x 96" x 5/8" | tongue & groove |
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| floor insulation | expanded polystyrene | 3 1/2" & 5 1/2" | within floor cavities |
| pine flooring | white pine | 1x6 | tongue & groove |
| item | material | dimension | notes |
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| wall plates | spruce | 2x4 - 2x6 | bottom, top, double top |
| wall studs | spruce | 2x4 - 2x6 | 16" on center |
| siding | cedar channel | 1x8 | standard horizontal siding |
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| canexel siding | canexel | 1x8 | studs & plates |
| cedar wall framing | cedar | 2x8 - 2x6 | studs & plates |
| esu1a | osb + typar | n/a | wall sheathing & building wrap |
| wall insulation | expanded polystyrene | 3 1/2" & 5 1/2" | within wall cavities |
| item | material | dimension | notes |
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| ceiling | spruce | 2x4 - 2x10 | ceiling framing |
| rafters | spruce | 2x4 - 2x10 | 24" on center maximum |
| ridge board | spruce | 2x4 - 2x10 | n/a |
| sheathing | osb | 48" x 96" x 7/16" | n/a |
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| cedar roof boards | cedar | 1x6 - 1x8 | n/a |
| cedar rafters | cedar | 2x6 - 2x12 | n/a |
| roof insulation | expanded polystyrene | 3 1/2" & 5 1/2" | on roof surface |
| item | material | dimension | notes |
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| cedar trim | cedar | 1x6 - 1x8 | corners, soffit, fascia |
| material upgrades | |||
| maintenance free trim | versatex | 1x4 - 1x8 | corners, soffit, fascia |
Popular upgrades
Enhanced Siding Package
If you are thinking of adding insulation, consider adding one of our "enhanced siding packages". It's a layer of sheathing (OSB or plywood) and house wrap (Typar and optional HomeSlicker) that provides a moisture barrier to your structure.
Enhanced siding package upgrade
Interior Cedar Siding and Framing
The Melbourne style allows for a wide array of interior finishes. Our cedar siding or framing interior upgrade can be incorporated on the walls and/or ceiling, providing a warm rustic feel.
Interior cedar siding choices for a Melbourne home studio
Finishing
Once your Melbourne home studio is complete, there are a few things you can do on the inside to add to the comfort and enjoyment of your new Summerwood Melbourne.
Please see Interior Finishing under Advice for more information
Insulation
Enjoy your Summerwood Melbourne in any season and remain comfortable by implementing insulation in the floor, walls, and/or roof.
Insulation for a Melbourne building
Electrical
The inside of our Melbourne studio are deliberately left exposed to accommodate various electrical applications.
Electrical configuration option
Plumbing
Often the Melbourne studio is required to accommodate change rooms, bathroom or bar sinks.
Plumbing for a Melbourne design
pricing
Visit "options and accessories" for detail and pricing of our accessories.
Find below pricing for all of the Melbourne sizes that we have built so far. Don't see your size? Ask us and we will provide you with a quote.
Note that pricing below is for the base kit only. Doors, windows, and other options are à la cart so that you can customize to your hearts content.
Custom Designs
Summerwood will take your custom design and make it your own. If you have something different in mind, talk to one of our designers about bringing it to life.
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