Quaint Poplar Garden House is a Low Impact Sculpture & Shed in The Netherlands

This adorable little garden shed, which is wholly constructed from poplar wood, sits in the middle of a lush retreat in Groningen in The Netherlands. It is located in the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allotment_(gardening)#Netherlands" target="_blank">allotment gardens</a> of Tuinwijck, which provide rentable outdoor spaces where area residents can create eccentric spaces for themselves to enjoy. Designed by Netherlands-based <a href="http://www.onix.nl/?projects=poplar-garden-house&amp;lang=en" target="_blank">Onix Architecture</a>, the Poplar Garden Shed is requires no power and has very little impact on the surrounding area.

The <a href="http://wikimapia.org/9843960/Tuinwijck" target="_blank">allotment gardens</a> are located close to the city center and serve as a green oasis between the railway track and the Helperzoom.

Residents of the area can rent spaces for a reasonable amount in order to have their own garden.

Many renters create eccentric and artistic spaces in which to enjoy and it is a popular space to relax and enjoy in.

Lots average at 200 sq meters and renters area allowed to build a shed up to 36 sq meters in size.

Each lot has access to sewage, water, and carboy, but they only way to have power is to use solar panels and batteries.

This specific little garden shed, the Poplar Garden House, enjoys a sunny lot situated between the playground to the south and the ditch to the north.

Because of its location in between these two distinct areas, the <a href="http://inhabitat.com/maisongomme-a-funky-garden-office-and-shed-made-from-recycled-car-tires/">garden shed</a> was designed with two different outdoor areas.

The area facing the ditch is introverted and sits within the shadow of an apple tree, while the one facing the playground is extroverted.

Stormwater drains down into the ditch and a plank bridge and stepping stones allow access to the shed.

Built with a saddle roof, the small shed is as much an artistic sculpture as it is a practical living space.

Inside, the spartan building provides area for leisure and a counter area with a sink for making food with a two burner cooktop.

Completely lit with natural daylight, the little shed requires <a href="http://inhabitat.com/tag/zero-energy">no electricity</a> for lights and utilizes a circular skylight to bring even more light inside.

The shed is constructed using the same size poplar planks throughout. Fully customizable, the planks can be removed over time to accommodated new works of art.