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Office Pods in Melbourne

More Than the Work-from-Home Space – Made for More Than the 9-to-5

Your dedicated space – from design and site requirements to installation and handover. A beautifully designed room to ease the separation of work and life for you.

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Office pods from Under or Up to 10 Sqm ~$22,000 + GST

Backyard Oasis creates office pods in Melbourne for work, creative pursuits and personal retreat. With workpod designs from approximately 6.5sqm to 10sqm in the current range, Melbourne homeowners can create a dedicated backyard space without unnecessarily giving up large areas of their garden.

Find a Workpod That Fits the Way You Use It

Create a private space for work, focus or quiet time, just a few steps from home. It’s all about putting a little space between home and work. At Backyard Oasis, we create compact workpods for Melbourne backyards, giving you a dedicated place to focus, take calls, create, or simply enjoy some quiet time without giving up a room inside your home.

Workpods designed by our team turn your underused backyard space into a thoughtfully designed room for working, creating, thinking, or simply switching off. Comfort, focus, and a clearer separation between work and everyday life. We make the process clear from the outset.

You do not necessarily need a large addition to create a useful new room. The Backyard Oasis workpod collection includes compact designs from approximately 6.5sqm to 10sqm, giving you options for focused work, creative time, reflection and everyday escape.

Find Your Workpod

Depending on the design and intended use, a Workpod can create:

A dedicated home office away from household activity
A focused space for calls and meetings
A creative room for art, writing or other projects
A music practice space, subject to the required acoustic considerations
A place for yoga or meditation
A quiet personal retreat when you simply need your own space

Our range

Not Just a Home Office Pod. Your Dream Workspace.

A workpod can give you a dedicated room without automatically defining how you must use it. The goal is not simply to fit an office into 10sqm. It is to make the available space work well for the person using it.

6.5 sqm

Mindhaven

A 2.8 x 2.35 square metre sanctuary where ideas flourish. Perfect for thinkers and creators seeking a quiet, dedicated space to innovate and reflect.

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10 sqm

Reflect

This 3.6 x 2.8 square metres (optional 3.8 x 2.6 sqm) pod offers a tranquil poolside retreat. It’s a space to ponder, to relax, and to be at one with your thoughts and nature.

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9.6 sqm

Gem

Your 3.7 x 2.7-square metres personal retreat for meditation, yoga, or simply a serene escape from the everyday hustle. An Oasis where your well-being is paramount.

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10 sqm

Oasis

Your 3.7 x 2.7-square metres personal retreat for meditation, yoga, or simply a serene escape from the everyday hustle. An Oasis where your well-being is paramount.

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10 sqm

ZENITH 10sqm

At 4 x 2.5 square metres, this is where ambition meets peace. A compact yet expansive space designed for those who reach for the stars from the comfort of their garden.

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9.6 sqm

ZENITH

This 3.2 x 3 square metres space jewel is the epitome of compact luxury. A tiny but mighty pod that shines with potential, making every square metre count

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10 sqm

Harmony

Our innovative Modular Design allows Melbourne homeowners to effortlessly extend their living spaces with elegant Space-Saving Backyard Pods.

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What Does a Backyard Office Pod Cost in Melbourne?

The current Backyard Oasis range indicates that workpods generally up to 10sqm are around $22,000 + GST, subject to terms and conditions. Your actual project price depends on the selected workpod, specifications, site requirements and optional upgrades.

Factors that can affect the final scope include:

Pod size and design
Selected finishes
Electrical requirements
Heating and cooling
Site access and preparation
Installation requirements
Optional upgrades
Applicable approvals or professional services

Once the agreed scope and site requirements are confirmed, the contract should clearly identify what is included, excluded and optional before you proceed.

Depending on the design and applicable requirements,
homeowners may consider the space for:

Focused remote work

Creative projects

Music practice

Reading and study

Meditation

Yoga and wellness

Hobbies

A quiet personal retreat

If you need substantially more room or a larger multipurpose space, a garden studio may be the better fit. If you need independent residential accommodation with facilities for living, sleeping, cooking and bathing, explore our granny flats range in Melbourne instead.

Can You Really Create a Comfortable Office in Less Than 10sqm?

Yes. A carefully planned compact Workpod can provide room for a desk, chair, monitor, storage, and everyday work essentials without requiring a large backyard footprint. At Backyard Oasis, we currently offer workpod designs ranging from approximately 6.5sqm to 10sqm, including MindHaven, Reflect, Harmony, GEM, Oasis, and Zenith options.

For a home office pod setup in your backyard, we look beyond floor area. Do you use multiple monitors? Do you spend much of the day on video calls? Do you need storage? What natural light do you prefer? Will the room have another use outside working hours?

These details really help us determine which size and configuration make sense.

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Do Office Pods Melbourne Need a Building Permit?

Some small non-habitable structures may qualify for a building permit exemption in Victoria, but being under 10sqm does not automatically make every office pod permit-free.

The structure, dimensions, height, siting, setbacks and intended use can all affect what applies. Planning requirements are also separate from building permit requirements, and property-specific controls may need to be considered.

Permit requirements depend on more than the pod’s size. Its intended use, height, location, boundary setbacks, and your property’s planning controls determine what will apply to your property. At Backyard Oasis, we help you review these factors early, so you have a clearer understanding of the requirements before your office pod project moves forward.

Planning Requirements vs Building Permit Requirements

Both are different. Planning requirements relate to the planning controls that apply to your property and proposed development. A building permit deals with applicable building and construction requirements. Certain small structures can qualify for exemptions when the prescribed conditions are satisfied.

Understanding the distinction early helps avoid making decisions based purely on pod size.

Designed Around How You’ll Actually Use the Space

A good workpod starts with the person using it. Backyard Oasis customers have specifically commented on the team’s responsiveness to their requirements, ability to accommodate plan changes, project communication and the quality of finished pods and studios.

One studio customer also described receiving a turnkey service covering design drawings, permits, and construction.

How it works

Step-by-step with Backyard Oasis

From your first idea to handing over the keys, our six-stage process keeps things simple and locally managed.

Site & Project Review

Start with what’s possible. We discuss your property, intended use, site access, budget and the key factors that may shape your project.

Design & Quote

A practical design that works for your site. We refine the layout, finishes and specifications around your needs to clearly define the project scope.

Permits & Documentation

We help you navigate the approvals. The required documentation, building permit process, planning or council requirements – we coordinate everything.

Build & Site Preparation

Your project starts taking shape. The modular space is prepared for installation. Minimum disruption, organised process.

Installation & Fit-Out

Ready for final inspection. Your new space is installed and completed with the desired fittings, finishes, and service connections.

Handover

Ready for use. We walk you through the completed space and finalise the handover requirements before you actually move in.

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Why Backyard Oasis

The hard parts, handled for you

Price certainty, built in

Scope, inclusions and selected upgrades are defined before you proceed.

Site requirements, checked

Understand the relevant site and approval considerations before the project moves ahead.

Quality you can see

Inspect the materials, finishes and spaces for yourself.

One team.Start to finish.

A managed pathway from your initial requirements through to handover.

Office Pods FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between an office pod and a Workpod?

An office pod or backyard office is typically designed as a dedicated workspace, while a workpod can offer greater flexibility in how the room is used. Workpods by Backyard Oasis can be designed for focused work, creative pursuits, or quiet personal space, depending on your needs, layout, and specifications.

What sizes are Backyard Oasis workpods?

Backyard Oasis currently offers workpod designs, ranging from approximately 6.5sqm to 10sqm, including MindHaven, Reflect, Harmony, GEM, Oasis, and Zenith options. The right size depends on how you intend to use the room, the equipment or furniture required and the available space within your backyard.

Do I need a permit for a backyard office pod in Victoria?

It depends on the proposed structure and property. Certain small non-habitable Class 10a buildings of no more than 10sqm can be exempt from a building permit when specific requirements are satisfied. Size alone does not determine the answer, so the intended use, height, siting, and property conditions should be considered before proceeding. Contact us directly for backyard pod permit guidance.

Is a home office pod worth it if I already have a spare room?

It can be worthwhile, especially if separation is more important than simply gaining floor space. A home office pod backyard setup gives work a dedicated location outside the main house and can return the spare room to family or guest use. The decision ultimately depends on your working habits, available backyard space and longer-term needs.

What factors should I consider when comparing backyard office pods in Melbourne?

Look beyond dimensions and exterior styling. Compare insulation, glazing, ventilation, lighting, electrical provision, internal dimensions, site requirements, installation scope, inclusions, and optional upgrades. You should also establish what is excluded from the quoted price. A good Backyard Office Melbourne solution should work as an everyday workspace, not simply look impressive in photographs.

What materials and brands do you use for backyard rooms?

Backyard Oasis works with established suppliers and brands, including Dulux, James Hardie, Hume Doors & Timber, Beaumont Tiles, Caroma, Colorbond, Tradelink, and Weathertex. We believe the materials behind your backyard room matter just as much as its appearance, helping us deliver spaces with considered finishes and clearly specified products.

Is a backyard office pod the same as a garden studio?

Not necessarily. A workpod is primarily intended to provide a dedicated workspace, while a garden studio can support a broader mix of activities such as art, music, exercise, hobbies, or study. If you expect the room’s purpose to change over time, a garden studio may be worth comparing before deciding.

How much does a backyard office pod cost in Melbourne?

The final price depends on the pod’s size, specifications, finishes, site preparation, access, installation requirements, electrical work, and selected upgrades. Rather than comparing headline prices alone, ask what each quotation actually includes. Backyard Oasis defines the agreed project scope and inclusions before you proceed, so you can understand what you are paying for.

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Tell us about your property and what you want to create. We’ll review the details and recommend the next step.

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Australian-made modular granny flats, garden studios and office pods, built across Melbourne.

Phone:
1300 230 324

Email:
enquiries@backyardoasis.au

Our Address:
14/13 Gateway Dr, Carrum Downs VIC 3201

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