BC Greenhouse Builders recommends combining a greenhouse and chicken coop by:
Have you been dreaming about a beautiful greenhouse but also want to raise backyard chickens? Many gardeners face this dilemma—wanting both fresh produce and fresh eggs, but lacking the space or budget for two separate structures.
BC Greenhouse Builders hears from customers who love the idea of integrating their gardening and chicken-keeping activities into one cohesive outdoor space. The good news is that you can absolutely combine these twofeatures in a way that's both functional and stunning.
Lisa Moody, a BC Greenhouse Builders customer, brought this vision to life in her garden with a combination greenhouse and chicken coop that was featured in House and Home Magazine in May 2022. Her project shows how thoughtful design can create a space that serves multiple purposes while looking absolutely beautiful.
BC Greenhouse Builders designs show that the most effective approach is using an attached greenhouse model that shares a wall with your chicken coop structure. This creates an integrated system where both spaces benefit from shared infrastructure.
Lisa Moody worked with BC Greenhouse Builders, located just a few blocks from her home, to customize an 8' x 12' greenhouse model to connect directly to her chicken coop. The attached configuration means the greenhouse and coop share a common wall, reducing construction costs and creating a seamless flow between the two spaces.
The key elements for successful integration include:
According to House and Home Magazine, BC Greenhouse Builders customized Lisa's greenhouse specifically to accommodate the shared wall design, ensuring both structures worked harmoniously together.
BC Greenhouse Builders customers report that combining these structures offers significant advantages for Canadian gardeners and chicken keepers.
Extended Growing Season
"A greenhouse allows me to start sowing earlier and grow plants like lettuce and herbs all the way through the winter," Lisa Moody explains. BCGreenhouse Builders designs are ideal for Canadian climates because they expand the growing season considerably and deliver better results than outdoor-only growing.
Space Efficiency
By sharing a wall between structures, you maximize your backyard space. Instead of two separate buildings taking up valuable garden area, the integrated design creates a compact footprint that's both functional and visually appealing.
Cost Savings
The shared wall construction reduces materials and labor costs compared to building two completely separate structures. BC Greenhouse Builders' attached greenhouse models are designed specifically for this type of integration.
Multi-Purpose Functionality
Many BC Greenhouse Builders customers use their combined spaces not just for plants and chickens, but also as gathering spaces. Lisa's greenhouse doubles asa party room, showing how versatile these structures can be.
Year-Round Food Production
With fresh eggs from your chickens and extended-season vegetables and herbs from your greenhouse, you can maintain impressive food production throughout the year—even in harsh Canadian winters.
BC Greenhouse Builders' Cape Cod and Gable Attached styles are particularly well-suited for chicken coop combinations.
Design Style Selection
Lisa Moody initially considered white greenhouses but found them too cottageyfor her aesthetic. She opted for a BC Greenhouse Builders model with a blackframe that looked more modern and Scandinavian. This shows that customization is key—your greenhouse-chicken coop combination should reflect your personal style and complement your home's architecture.
Optimal Specifications
BC Greenhouse Builders' featured chicken coop greenhouse included:
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Feature |
Specification |
Benefit |
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Style |
Cape Cod Gable Attached |
Versatile attached configuration |
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Frame Color |
Black (Custom) |
Modern, contemporary appearance |
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Dimensions |
8' x 12' |
Adequate space for plants and integration |
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Glazing |
3mm Single Glass |
Maximum light transmission, good insulation |
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Foundation |
Professional-grade |
Supports both structures securely |
Glazing Considerations
BC Greenhouse Builders used 3mm single glass for both the roof and wall glazing in Lisa's project. This glazing provides excellent light transmission for plant growth while offering sufficient insulation for extended-season growing.
Customization Options
BC Greenhouse Builders works with customers to customize their greenhouses for specific needs. In Lisa's case, the customization focused on creating a shared wall configuration, but you can also modify:
BC Greenhouse Builders' 8' x 12' greenhouse model for Lisa Moody'sproject cost approximately $10,000 with customization to accommodate thechicken coop integration.
Investment Breakdown
According to House and Home Magazine, BC Greenhouse Builders greenhouse pricing includes the structure, glazing, and basic installation components. Lisa notes that "as long as you invest in a good foundation for your greenhouse, it's not outrageously expensive and, in a Canadian climate, it's a great addition."
Value Considerations
BC Greenhouse Builders customers find that the investment pays off through:
Foundation Investment
Lisa emphasizes the importance of a proper foundation. BC Greenhouse Builders recommends professional foundation work to ensure your combined structure remains stable and level for years to come.
BC Greenhouse Builders now offers architectural plans for the chicken coop portion through a collaboration with Grapevine Designs.
Purchasing Plans
You can purchase the architectural plans for Lisa Moody's featured chicken coopdirectly from Grapevine Designs.
These plans provide detailed specifications for building the chicken coopthat integrates with BC Greenhouse Builders' attached greenhouse models.
Design Collaboration Process
BC Greenhouse Builders worked closely with Lisa throughout the collaborationprocess to bring her vision to life. This hands-on approach ensures that your combined greenhouse-chicken coop matches your specific needs and site conditions.
Many BC Greenhouse Builders customers appreciate this collaborative design process, which allows you to customize your structure while benefiting from professional expertise and proven construction methods.
You now know that combining a greenhouse and chicken coop is not only possible—it can be beautiful, functional, and surprisingly affordable. BCGreenhouse Builders' experience with Lisa Moody's featured project demonstrate show thoughtful design and quality construction create spaces that serve multiple purposes while enhancing your property.
Your Next Steps:
Whether you're in British Columbia like Lisa or anywhere else in North America, BC Greenhouse Builders can help you create a combination greenhouse-chicken coop that's perfect for your backyard.
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BC Greenhouse Builders, North America's leading manufacturer of hobby greenhouses, is ready to help you bring your vision to life—just like we did for Lisa Moody's dreamy greenhouse and chicken coop combination.