Hiring a contractor
Our Glen Echo shed design buildings are relatively easy to assemble, however, if you feel that you may want some assistance check out hire a contractor page.
Sheds
Glen Echo
Plenty of space to work or relax
with an inviting porch and canopy.
This versatile model can feel more like a home than a garden shed. The gable roof can be extended to include a 3 foot overhang giving you a perfect little porch to relax on. This unique design also means lots of extra windows and an extra foot of wall height bathing the room in sunlight and providing all kinds of options for what to do with the space! Glen Echo garden work sheds can easily double as a workspace for the weekend artist or home entrepreneur. Vertical cedar siding is included on all Glen Echo models at no extra charge.
overview
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Our popular and versatile Glen Echo garden sheds are known for their unique roof overhangs, perfect for any garden connoisseur. Learn more about your Glen Echo garden shed in these style tabs.
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Features
- Characterized by a spacious gable roofline. - Plenty of headroom. - Well suited for a garden artiste.
Popular options:
- French doors
- Traditional flower boxes
- Asphalt shingles
- Full length window
- Arch windows
- Storm shutters
- Extra overhang
- Deluxe single doors
Floor plan
Below are a few sample Glen Echo garden shed design floorplans to get you started.For more ideas and photos please visit Interiors under inspiration.
Glen Echo floor plan configurations
Try this Floor Planner Tool to design your own Glen Echo 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 Glen Echo storage shed design sizes
Glen Echo have sizes ranging from 63 sq.ft to 224 sq.ft
If you cannot find your size please contact us.
Assembling
Level of Difficulty:
Like all of our buildings, our Glen Echo storage shed 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 Glen Echo buildings being assembled.
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Glen Echo foundation
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Wall frame assembly
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Glen Echo roof frame
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Roof frame install
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Completed Glen Echo garden shed (click image for more details)
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3D Video Tour of a Glen Echo building
The product featured is a Glen Echo garden shed in a poolside 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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Glen Echo design video tour
details & specs
Glen Echo Shed Design 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 Glen Echo 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 Glen Echo garden shed building, 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 Glen Echo sheds 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 Glen Echo 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.
Glen Echo overhang detail
Foundations
The Glen Echo style is well suited for a traditional patio stone foundation. A concrete pad is also ideal for poolside applications.
Visit Foundations Page for detail.
Glen Echo building foundation
Materials
Like all summerwood designs, the Glen Echo shed 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 Glen Echo 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 Glen Echo garden shed
Roof Dormer
Below is a drawing for a dormer trim on a Glen Echo shed design design. Dormers may vary in sizes and material, but the construction procedure remains the same.
Roof dormer detail & Glen Echo building with a dormer
Extra Overhang
The Glen Echo style roof features a standard 6” overhang where the roof meets the walls. The overhang is trimmed out with a soffit and fascia board. Extra overhang is offered in increments of 6” (i.e +6 (12”), +12 (18”)).!
Extra overhang drawing detail & Glen Echo with an extra overhang
Finishing
Once your Glen Echo garden shed is completed, there are a few things you can do on the inside to add to the comfort and enjoyment of your new Summerwood design.
Please see Interior Finishing under Advice for more information
Insulation
Enjoy your Summerwood Glen Echo shed in any season and remain comfortable by implementing insulation in the floor, walls, and/or roof.
Insulation for a Glen Echo building
Electrical
The inside of our Glen Echo style are deliberately left exposed to accommodate various electrical applications.
Electrical configuration example
Plumbing
Often the Glen Echo style is required to accommodate change rooms, bathroom or bar sinks.
Plumbing for a Glen Echo design
pricing
Visit "options and accessories" for detail and pricing of our accessories.
Find below pricing for all of the Glen Echo 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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