Structural engineering and safety: A garden shed in line with local regulations

When architecture meets public spaces, the rules are completely different from those in private gardening. Whilst many manufacturers cut corners on the substructure, we ensure that every garden shed is built on a substructure that makes no compromises. Our structure is so robustly built that it easily passes the stringent tests required for installation in nurseries, schools and public facilities. For local authorities, building control departments and architects, this means: planning certainty

The framework: the industry standard for maximum stability

At the heart of every DESIGA^® structure is a solid supporting framework made of solid structural timber (NH C24). This timber is graded according to strict strength classes and forms a torsion-resistant base that meets municipal structural requirements. But for us, stability is not a one-way street: for additional bracing, we install 19 mm thick three-layer spruce panels inside. These act as a so-called ‘structural panel’ and ensure that the garden shed remains absolutely rigid and secure even under wind loads or vibrations.

Why local authorities and building control departments trust DESIGA^®

Approval for use in nurseries is the ultimate accolade for us. It proves in black and white that our construction method is not only sturdy but also safe:

• Injury protection: Thanks to the combination of smooth HPL facades and the precise workmanship of the wooden elements, there are no sharp edges or splintering surfaces – a crucial factor in environments where children are present.
• Health safety: Thanks to compliance with emission class E1, our interiors are ideally suited as permanent spaces for children and pupils.
• Vandalism resistance: The outer shell’s exceptional impact resistance and the solid construction make the garden shed in public spaces a long-lasting investment that confidently withstands even careless use or deliberate damage.
  
  

Cost-effectiveness through durability

For building authorities and decision-makers in local authorities, cost-effectiveness is the decisive factor alongside safety. A DESIGA^® garden shed is designed to last for more than 30 years.

The minimal maintenance required – no painting, no sanding, no refurbishment of the façade – saves local authorities money for decades. We do not offer a temporary solution, but a permanent structure that meets the high standards of the public sector in every respect.