A tiered mahogany deck wraps around the small rectangular structure, adding additional living space and seating outdoors. Smart space saving ideas are found throughout the open-concept studio space from the fold-down desk to the retrofitted Murphy bed. A small bathroom is tucked in the back corner, out of the way.  Photo 8 of 8 in A Family Builds a Tiny Backyard Studio on an Even Tinier Budget

A Family Builds a Tiny Backyard Studio on an Even Tinier Budget

8 of 8

A tiered mahogany deck wraps around the small rectangular structure, adding additional living space and seating outdoors. Smart space saving ideas are found throughout the open-concept studio space from the fold-down desk to the retrofitted Murphy bed. A small bathroom is tucked in the back corner, out of the way.