THE BACKLOT FIELD GUIDE
Good questions.
Better plans.
A little know-how goes a long way. Make room with a clearer picture of the size, site, and details that matter.
A little measuring. A lot more room.
Choose a shed footprint around the things you own and the way you will use it.
Shed & backyard office pricing. A clear place to start.
Shed builds from $125/sq ft and full builds with finished interiors from $350/sq ft. Understand porch pricing, included finishes and project review.
A good shed starts underfoot.
Understand the difference between a pressure-treated floor system and concrete footings supporting a framed floor.
Built on site. Thoughtfully put together.
Inside the actual 12 × 10 Backlot build: pressure-treated floor framing, a tongue-and-groove subfloor, vaulted roof and a choice of lap or board-and-batten siding.
Small shed. Site-specific questions.
A useful starting point for Bay Area shed permits, without a blanket 120-square-foot promise.
Make a clear path to your new shed.
Gather the simple site details that help turn a design into a useful scope.
A little guidance for your next chapter.
Tell us your city and what you have in mind. We’ll review your idea, the site and the next steps toward a written scope and quote.
No finished design, account or payment needed.