Permit-free office,
in about a week.
80–105 sq ft. From $21,900. Ships in one week, installed in five days — the fastest way into a backyard office.
Pick your WorkPod.
You buy the pod. We install it.
Autonomous WorkPods are fully prefabricated units. You purchase your WorkPod directly from Autonomous and have it shipped to your home — or, if it’s easier, we can help arrange shipping to our warehouse. From there, Backyard Pod handles the complete, professional installation.
Buy direct from Autonomous
Order your WorkPod from Autonomous and have it shipped to your home. Need a hand? We can receive it at our warehouse for you.
We prep the site
Backyard Pod sets the foundation and runs your utility hookups — ready for the build.
Mini-split ready
We prep it for a proper mini-split heat + AC system, instead of the basic AC unit it ships with.
Professional install
We professionally assemble and finish your pod — typically about a week, depending on site conditions and access.
The WorkPod ships as a DIY kit — and while it’s designed to be assembled yourself, in practice it takes real time, tools, and know-how to set up correctly. Our professional installation ($7,500) handles the foundation, utility hookups, mini-split prep, and full assembly — so it’s done right and ready to use in about a week, instead of weekends lost to a half-built kit.
Inside the WorkPods.
Premium prefabricated materials and finishes. Tap any photo to enlarge it.
WorkPod vs. Pod Essentials.
Both give you a great backyard office — the difference is how they’re built. Here’s an honest comparison so you can choose with confidence.
Autonomous WorkPod
The fast, budget-friendly entry
- A prefabricated kit you order from Autonomous
- Ships quickly and installs in about a week
- Permit-free in most cities (under 120 sq ft)
- The lowest-cost way into a backyard office
- Perfect for a simple, quick home office or studio
Pod Essentials
Built on-site, built to last
- Built on-site like a traditional home, to international residential building standards (2021 IRC)
- Fully insulated and sealed for Texas heat — genuinely comfortable year-round
- Adds lasting value to your property, like a permanent addition
- Backed by our 10-year structural warranty
- Larger (120–200 sq ft), with more layouts, finishes, and upgrades
The WorkPod is a great, affordable way to get a backyard office fast. If you want a permanent, code-built structure that adds real value to your home and comes with a 10-year warranty, Pod Essentials is the step up — and we build both.
Warranty & permits.
Warranty
- 1-year Backyard Pod installation warranty
- 1-year Autonomous manufacturer warranty on the pod itself
Note: this is different from the 10-year structural warranty on BYP-built pods.
Permits
- Permit-free in most US cities under 120 sq ft
- Check local zoning & HOA before ordering
Office in a week?
Get a free estimate for your WorkPod.