From Tool Shed to She Shed: Marcella’s Backyard Transformation
June 13, 2019 | building of the month
Marcella Cannon turned a simple Tuff Shed® storage building into the ultimate backyard retreat. See how a tool shed became a dreamy She Shed!
It All Started with a Tool Shed
The Cannon family needed extra storage at their new home, and like many homeowners, they turned to Tuff Shed® for a solution. But years later, that same tool shed would become so much more—a cozy backyard She Shed for Marcella.
When they first visited The Home Depot, Marcella and her husband were impressed with the Tuff Shed display lineup. "The displays were really great, and we were able to customize the paint and the roof to match our house," Marcella shares. Their 8×12 TR-700 was a perfect fit for tool storage—at least at first.
Over time, Marcella kept an eye on the shed, imagining a different future for it. Eventually, she struck a deal: her husband would get full use of the garage for storage, and Marcella would claim the shed for herself.
A Dream Shed Takes Shape
When the Cannon’s first customized their TR-700, they already had She Shed dreams in mind. They added custom vintage windows to the design, setting the stage for what was to come.
The full transformation took shape over the years:
A charming pergola added outdoor living space
Interior finishing touches turned it into a cozy retreat
Landscaping framed the shed beautifully within their backyard
The result? A backyard paradise that’s both stunning and sentimental.
"It’s just the sweetest space," Marcella says. "I get so happy when I get to spend time in it, whether by myself, with my husband, or with my grandkids."
Want a closer look at Marcella’s incredible She Shed makeover?
Visit her Instagram profile: @marcellacann
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