She Sheds: The New Man Cave

Man caves have been a thing for quite some time, with men wanting a space of their own to unwind from the work day, set away from the responsibilities of life. But, what about a man's better half? Women work just as hard as men, if not harder, and also deserve a place of their own to relax at the end of a long day at work or with the family. However, women don't want to try and claim a man cave for themselves, preferring instead to strike out on their own. 

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Enter the she shed.

First called a “woman cave,” this term was quickly discarded for catchier names like “lady lair” before “she shed” caught on. These special spaces for women are gaining notice all over the world. Let’s look at the phenomenon of the she shed, the approaches women are taking to these getaways, and how metal buildings for sale are the perfect way to start your very own personal space.

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The Rise of the she shed

The idea of the she shed has taken off like wildfire. A book written by author Erika Kotite documents how these structures have grown in popularity from Texas to England. These structures allow women to design a place that’s specifically theirs and nobody else’s, a place that they can do with exactly as they wish. It’s the prerogative of a modern woman, and it’s one that women all over the world are increasingly eager to use.

No Two Are the Same

Just like man caves, no two lady lairs are the same. One might be a detailed workspace for leatherworking, woodworking or jewelry-making. The next might be an artist’s studio. Still another might be a private office space or writer’s den. Then another could be a greenhouse and gardening shop. The only thing that these all have in common is that they’re built by women and for women.

Whatever your needs or style might be, there’s an easy option to turn it into your backyard escape. From no-frills basic functionality to the lap of luxury or a high-tech den, all you need to do is raise your building, add amenities like power, climate control and wi-fi, before setting it up exactly to your tastes.

Get Away and Stay Grounded

Not everyone needs a place to escape to, but staying grounded is important to all of us. A shed like this can be more than a getaway — it can be a place where you can just do your thing, independently and privately, before returning to your responsibilities. The CDC notes that 16 percent of women between the ages of 16 and 44 report feeling exhausted, and the APA says that 37 percent of women experience undue stress from work.

These kinds of sheds are a psychological necessity for a lot of people, especially if you find yourself without space or privacy within your home. Luckily, the backyard offers a great she shed opportunity.

She Sheds from Metal Buildings for Sale

Metal buildings for sale are the perfect choice to start your she shed. Available in a broad range of shapes and sizes, they can be configured exactly to your needs and will withstand the harshest environmental conditions. No matter what you want as a backyard getaway, check out our metal storage shed options, and give us a call today!

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