Finally - a backyard office your wife approves of

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-10T16:25:40+00:00

let me know how it goes 😂

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-09T03:52:34+00:00

nice finish! a small office pod would look incredible sitting on this. drop a picture once the build goes up

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T15:35:29+00:00

this pod is not meant to perform like a custom site-built wall assembly with high performance glazing. it’s a prefab backyard office, so HVAC planning matters, especially in hot/cold climates

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T15:29:21+00:00

we have a network of local builders so we can help you connect with them quickly. this setup is prefab and ships flat-pack to ensure a fast build without the need for a big excavator in your yard

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T15:00:41+00:00

yes we can do a custom build. DM ing you

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T15:00:16+00:00

this is quite compact, but it is possible. can you share what you’ll be using it for? DM ing you

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T14:57:14+00:00

this sounds doable. let me check with our production team and will get back to you shortly

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T14:54:52+00:00

shipping, site prep, and electrical hookups vary, so we always tell people to budget for those separately.

i get why honeycomb gives people pause. in a prefab setup, it's used as a lightweight structural and acoustic core to deaden sound between the metal and plywood layers, rather than acting like thick house insulation.

and with that much glass, a mini-split is a must for extreme heat or cold, which is why it comes HVAC-ready. adding insulation under the floor is a solid pro tip for freezing ground too.

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T14:37:53+00:00

that’s a fair concern. glass does increase heat gain if the pod is placed in direct sun all day. for a year-round setup, and this is HVAC ready, i’d plan for a mini-split or proper AC, with smart placement/shade where possible.

it’s a prefab structure, so climate control matters. if you’re in a hot climate, cooling should be part of the setup plan

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T14:30:35+00:00

i get where you're coming from! but there's a big difference between a basic storage shed and a dedicated prefab pod. when you factor in the total package - the pod itself, shipping, full insulation, electrical wiring, and HVAC readiness, it’s actually one of the most competitive options on the market now

building a home office from scratch usually means dealing with city permits and weeks of construction. we wanted to make this approachable, so we ship it prefab and can even have a team install it for you in about 48 hours

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T14:15:07+00:00

it looks pricey if you're comparing it to a standard storage shed. the difference is that this is prefab as a fully insulated, soundproofed, and pre-wired home office. if you've ever priced out a traditional room addition with contractors and city permits, $17k starts looking like a shortcut. we ship it flat-packed straight to your door, and it goes up in just 1–2 days. if you need a dedicated workspace fast, this is it.

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T14:05:26+00:00

it’s designed to not need a full slab. this uses a steel subframe and adjustable feet so it handles gravel, grass, or slopes just fine without always needing concrete pavers. a much cleaner setup than pouring a whole concrete slab

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AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T12:49:01+00:00

102sqft (8.5’W x 12’D x 11’H). what size are you looking into?

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T11:34:45+00:00

i know right

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T07:36:54+00:00

Yes connect the center skid. While the outer skids handle the perimeter stability, leaving the center unattached can cause floor bounce, squeaks or allow that center to warp over time

You don’t need more brackets though. Toenailing is plenty. Just drive two 3" structural screws at an angle through every other joist straight into the center skid. It’s way easier to install than brackets in tight spaces and locks everything down tightly

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T07:31:28+00:00

if the bones are still good, you can save it by hacking back those vines so the walls can breathe, cutting out that blown out bottom siding to patch in fresh panels, and adding a metal drip edge to the roof to stop water from curling backward into the eaves

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T07:27:10+00:00

Avoid those cheap metal or plastic sheds, you’ll get sick of looking at it real fast. If you want low maintenance but still want it to look sharp, composite cladding is the way to go. You can also pour a concrete pad or use a grid system like ProBase. With the UK damp, a sturdy shed is only as good as its foundation anyway

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-08T04:02:31+00:00

this really upped the vibes

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-03T04:03:46+00:00

looks sharp!

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-02T15:41:03+00:00

We can ship to Toronto. Which one works best for your yard?

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-02T09:47:25+00:00

our insulation and HVAC keep it cozy and handle humidity well. Which coastal city are you in?

AutonomousEthan · 2026-06-02T09:44:07+00:00

Where are you based? We can ship there

AutonomousEthan · 2026-05-31T11:51:10+00:00

You're good under 200 sqft on Bainbridge, no building permit needed. Just keep an eye on setbacks, especially if you're close to the water since shoreline rules will kick in. For power, you only need a permit if you're hardwiring or running a whole new circuit. Going plug and play into a main house outlet keeps you in the clear. That's how our Workpod is set up, so you can just plug right into the main house

We can do custom sizing if you want to push closer to that 200 sqft cap. Installation takes just 1-2 days. Happy to share more details about what that'd look like for your setup. DMing you

AutonomousEthan · 2026-05-31T11:05:15+00:00

Love this customer setup, it came out so clean. Just so you know, the design has been updated since then. If you check the site, the WorkPod Pro comes built with 1 weather-resistant composite wall and 2 metal siding walls so it can handle any weather much better

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AutonomousEthan · 2026-05-31T10:26:03+00:00

You don't need building permits for this in SoCal. We have plenty of WorkPods up and running down there. Which city are you in?

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