SACRAMENTO — There’s never too much of a good thing, especially when it comes to Modern-Shed.

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND — With a young daughter at home, Charles didn’t want to face a two-hour commute each day to get to the Seattle offices of the social media company where he works.

Vashon Island — Burt and Debbie have lived in the greater Seattle area for more than 30 years, but they dream of escaping rush hour and congestion to live full-time at their Vashon Island home.

Our open joint siding is more than just a pretty (sur)face. Natural forces impact how we design Modern-Sheds and select the materials we use. We need materials that protect from the elements, while also providing a modern aesthetic. However, form should follow function, but how?

SAN RAFAEL — From the start, Rebecca and Jeremiah based every design decision regarding their Modern-Shed as if they would one day live there.

How do you run a business that technically does not have a location or even regular employees?

BERKELEY — Karina and her husband Thomas never expected to stay in their two-bedroom, one-bathroom 1939 California bungalow for long, but after 11 years and two kids, they’ve grown accustomed to their neighborhood and their cozy home.

Modern-Shed customers often use their new shed as a retreat from the home, sometimes creating work spaces, such as art studios, home offices or writing rooms.

Modern-Shed customers use their spaces for a variety of reasons, chief among which is the desire to work in solitude.

WEST SEATTLE — When Kristie’s friends came from Ireland for a two-week visit in the Pacific Northwest, they were surprised with how comfortable their stay was.