Sheds and outbuildings add storage, workspace or a place to stay without adding on to the house. The galleries on this site show real prefab and modular buildings across Metro Vancouver and the Gulf Islands, with photos, specs and notes on size and permits.
Browse by type
- Sheds, garages and barns: garden sheds, storage sheds, garages and barn-style workshops.
- Cabins: modular, prefab and off-grid cabins.
- Custom buildings: one-of-a-kind offices, studios, sheds and utility buildings.
- Backyard offices and studios: small modern offices for home use.
Check the rules first
Most BC cities don’t require a building permit for a shed under 10 m² (about 108 sq/ft), but zoning rules such as height and setbacks still apply. See the shed rules by city pages and the maximum shed size without a permit guide.