Your backyard, your blueprint
You’ve pictured it for years: a potting shed with a window box, a quiet studio for painting, a space for guests to stay while visiting or a home office twenty steps from the kitchen door. Now you can build it on your screen before a single board is cut.
Quick answer: Livingston Farm in Bristol, Vermont, now offers a free 3D Shed Builder where you can design your own shed, studio, cottage, garage or two-story barn online. Choose from 22 models, customize the details, see it in 3D, and even preview it in your own backyard with augmented reality. When you’re ready, your design goes straight to the Livingston Farm team to be built.
What is the Livingston Farm 3D Shed Builder?
The Livingston Farm 3D Shed Builder is an online shed configurator that lets you design a custom outdoor building from any phone, tablet or computer. It’s free to use, and there’s no need to visit the yard first.
Here’s what it does:
- Interactive 3D design. Rotate, zoom and view your shed from every angle as you build it.
- 22 ready-to-customize models. Start from a proven Livingston Farm design, then make it yours.
- Augmented reality preview. Tap “Show in your garden” and use your phone’s camera to place the shed in your actual backyard. (AR currently works on Android; iOS support is coming soon.)
- Save and share. Create a free account to save designs, come back later, or send a link to your spouse, contractor or HOA.
- Direct to our team. Your finished design goes to Livingston Farm, so the quote reflects exactly what you built.
What can you design? More than a shed
The builder covers storage sheds, studios, cottages, garages and two-story barns, so it works whether you need a place for the mower or a place to think.
| Category | Models in the builder | Great for |
|---|---|---|
| Classic sheds | Victorian A-Frame, Colonial A-Frame, Victorian Hip Roof, Colonial Hip Roof | Garden tools, mowers, bikes, seasonal storage |
| Barns | Victorian Dutch Barn, Colonial Dutch Barn | Extra headroom, loft storage, workshops |
| Studios | Colonial Lean To Studio, Royal Victorian Studio, Ridgeview Studio | Art studios, home offices, yoga rooms, she-sheds and man caves |
| Cottages | Victorian Cottage, Colonial Cottage, Victorian Oak Ridge Cottage | Guest retreats, reading nooks, backyard living space |
| Garages | One Bay Single Wide, Two Bay Double Wide | Cars, tractors, boats, ATVs |
| Two-story buildings | Royal Victorian Two Story (Single Wide, Double Wide, With a Dormer), Two Story Single Wide and Double Wide Dutch Barns | Workshop below, living space, studio or storage above |
| Specialty | Firewood Storage Shed, Greenhouse, Solstice | Vermont winters, season-extending gardens |
Dream studio and living space ideas
- The work-from-home office. A Ridgeview Studio with extra windows gives you daylight and a real commute: across the lawn.
- The artist’s studio. A lean-to roofline lets in high, even light along one wall.
- The backyard guest cottage. A Colonial Cottage with a porch makes a charming spot for visiting family.
- The she-shed or hobby room. Pick your colors, add window boxes, and make a space that’s all yours.
- The workshop with a loft. A two-story Dutch barn keeps tools below and lumber or holiday bins above.
Planning to sleep or live in your building full-time? Check your town’s zoning and building codes first. Livingston Farm’s team can help you understand what your design needs.
How to design your own shed online in 5 steps
- Open the builder and type: Sheds & Barns, Garages, Two Story or Others.
- Pick your starting model. Click “Design Your Own” on the style closest to your vision.
- Customize it. Adjust the size, colors, doors, windows and finishes, and watch the 3D model update as you go.
- See it in your yard. On Android, use “Show in your garden” to place it in your space with your camera, or scan the QR code from a desktop.
- Save and send. Create a free account, save your design, and submit it to Livingston Farm for a quote.
Why design your shed with Livingston Farm?
A 3D tool is only as good as the people who build what you design. Livingston Farm pairs modern design tech with old-fashioned Vermont service.
- Local and family-run. We’re based in Bristol, Vermont, and serve homeowners across Addison County, Chittenden County, the Champlain Valley, New York, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and beyond!
- Built for Vermont weather. Our structures are made to handle heavy snow loads, freeze-thaw cycles and long, wet springs.
- One-stop backyard shop. Pair your shed with natural stone, landscaping and poly outdoor furniture from the same yard.
- Real people, fast answers. Questions about your design? Call, email or stop by, and you’ll talk to someone who knows the product. 802-382-0992
- No guesswork. What you see in 3D is what we quote, so there are fewer surprises between design and delivery.
Design tips for a Vermont backyard building
- Size up one step. Most people wish their shed were bigger within a year. If you’re torn between two sizes, go larger.
- Think about snow. A steeper roof, like an A-Frame or Dutch barn, sheds snow more easily than a low slope.
- Plan the door for the biggest item. Mowers, snowblowers and ATVs need wide double doors or a garage door.
- Let in the light. For studios and offices, add windows on the south side for winter sun.
- Prep the site. A level gravel pad improves drainage and helps your building last. Ask us about site prep before delivery.
- Check permits early. Many Vermont towns require a permit above a certain footprint or for any building used as living space. Call your zoning administrator before you order.
Frequently asked questions
Can I design my own shed online in Vermont?
Yes. Livingston Farm in Bristol, VT offers a free 3D Shed Builder at livingstonfarm.shedpro.co. You can customize 22 models, including sheds, studios, cottages, garages and two-story barns.
Does it cost anything to use the shed builder?
No. Designing, saving and sharing your shed is free. You only pay if you decide to order.
Can I see the shed in my backyard before I buy?
Yes. Our augmented reality feature places your design in your yard through your phone’s camera. It works on Android today, with iOS coming soon.
Can I design a home office, studio or tiny living space?
Yes. The Two-Story, Studio and Cottage models are popular for home offices, art studios, guest spaces and she-sheds.
What types of buildings can I design?
A-Frame and Hip Roof sheds, Dutch barns, lean-to studios, cottages, one- and two-bay garages, two-story buildings, firewood sheds and a greenhouse.
Do you deliver?
Yes. Livingston Farm delivers throughout the Eastern Seaboard. Call us to confirm delivery to your address and site access.
How much does a custom shed cost?
Price depends on model, size and options. Design yours in the builder, then submit it for an exact quote from our team.
Start designing today
Your dream shed, studio or backyard retreat is a few clicks away. Open the Livingston Farm 3D Shed Builder and start designing. Questions? Stop by our Bristol yard or give us a call. We’re happy to help you turn your design into a building.
