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From Build to Booked: How This Keops Log Cabin Became a One-of-a-Kind Retreat
One of the most rewarding parts of what we do at Keops is seeing a cabin truly come to life after the assembly is complete. When a customer gets back in touch just a month or so later, fully furnished, decorated, and already in use, that’s when you know the space is doing exactly what it was designed for.
Why Choose a Garden Room Over an Extension?
Home extensions are a popular way to increase space, but they come with a hefty price tag, planning delays, building regulations scrutiny, and disruption. A garden room, by contrast, can be a faster, more flexible, and cost-effective solution.
Keops vs Flat-Pack Garden Rooms: What’s the Difference?
With so many garden room options available, from flat-pack kits to fully bespoke cabins, it’s worth knowing what you’re paying for. Here’s how Keops stacks up compared to a typical flat-pack supplier.
Do You Need Planning Permission for a Garden Room in the UK?
Garden rooms are increasingly popular for work, leisure and living - but before you commit, it’s worth knowing whether you’ll need planning permission. The good news? In many cases, you don’t.
Not Driving Home for Christmas: A Keops Christmas Story
There’s nothing quite like that moment when you clock off for Christmas, the soft whirr of the computer shutting down, the clink of the mug as you finish your last cup of tea, and the quiet sigh of knowing it’s time.
What Can I Use a Garden Room For? 10 Inspiring Ideas
A garden room offers so much more than just an extra space, it's a lifestyle upgrade, a productivity booster, and a creative sanctuary all in one.
Winter Escape: Keops Sauna Log Cabin is the Ultimate Way to Unwind
After a long, cold day, few things feel as restorative as stepping into the comforting heat of a sauna. The air is warm, the stress melts away, and suddenly the world feels a little calmer.
Are Log Cabins Warm Enough for Year-Round Living?
When most people think of log cabins, they picture long summer evenings, open doors, and the smell of fresh-cut grass. But as soon as autumn arrives and the frost starts forming on the windows, one question always comes up: Are log cabins warm enough to live in all year round?
Cosy, Not Creepy: Why a Log Cabin Is the Ultimate Autumn Hideaway
There’s something magical about autumn: the crisp mornings, golden leaves underfoot, and that unmistakable scent of woodsmoke in the air. It’s the time of year that makes you want to slow down, wrap up, and lean into the cosy side of life.
Timber Cabins Beat Static Caravans for Seasonal Worker Accommodation
Every harvest season brings its own pressures: labour shortages, unpredictable weather, and long days in the field. With workers being one of the most vital resources on any farm, the importance of proper accommodation is growing year on year.
What Farmers Need to Know About Planning Permission
The UK agricultural industry depends heavily on seasonal labour, especially during peak planting and harvesting windows. For many farms, accommodating that workforce on-site isn’t just a convenience, it’s essential for efficiency and productivity.
The ROI of Housing Your Harvest Team On-Site
In farming, time is everything. Narrow harvest windows, unpredictable weather, and shifting market demands mean productivity hinges on every hour your team can give. One often-overlooked way to boost efficiency? On-site accommodation.