MD 100 Shed


The first construction we've seen of an MD 100
When we first saw the MD 100 by Edgar Blazona in ReadyMade magazine, we were intrigued by its simplicity and clean modern lines. Here was a simple structure that just about any person handy with a hammer and saw could build in their spare time using simple off-the-shelf materials. Kent Holden is one such person and while he chose to stray from the plans and alter the structure to meet his needs, the results are still quite impressive.
"Here are a couple of shots of my new shed. I haven't put the Plexiglas in yet but it will go across the top and down the right side as in the original plan. As you can see I changed the front to a sliding door and put a small door on the left side. I didn't put any interior panelling in (it's just a shed) and by changing the plywood from 3/4 to 5/8 I think it cost me less than $1000 for the whole project. If you take a look at Lowes or Home Depot I'm sure you'll agree you don't get much of a shed for that price."
Looking good, Kent!

Have you built or do you know anyone that has also built an MD 100? If so, drop us a line and tell us about it.

Link: ReadyMade
Link: Modular Dwellings

This is the original MD 100 as featured in ReadyMade magazine:

(Images of Kent Holden's shed used with permission; ©Kent Holden)

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It's a great copy!
Posted by D. Dennis on 7/11/2004 10:35:00 AM

I thought you did a great job creating a copy of the original. Perhaps you should plant a few ferns around the perimeter to futher emulate the original idea. I've seen great innovative home designs on this sight, pehaps we should turn those into storage sheds as well.

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Very inspiring!
Posted by J. Greene on 7/30/2004 8:19:00 AM

Awesome work. I MUST try this.

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Cool
Posted by Josh Williams on 8/20/2004 6:37:00 PM

Cool storage is where its at baby! Mr. Holden is taking the vanguard!

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Quite an accomplishment Mrs. Holden!
Posted by J. Milina on 2/7/2005 9:56:00 PM

It's amazing that you replicated thec original so successfully and made it so functional. I do agree with D. Dennis' comments above though, planting some ferns and other foliage would really spruce things up and make it more inviting!

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How do I get the plans?
Posted by Pat McCollum on 3/12/2005 4:41:00 PM

I'm not sure whether you sell the plans or what. But I'm interested. Would fit our property perfectly.
My email: mccollum@olympus.net.
Thanks.

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How to get the plans
Posted by James on 3/12/2005 5:29:00 PM

We don't sell anything here at Land+Living... but the links above to ReadyMade and Modular Dwellings will provide more info.

Plans for the shed are sold through ReadyMade Magazine's online store for $35... follow the link or cut and paste this"
http://www.readymademag.com/store/
...and scroll down to "Build Your Own Modular Dwelling"

Cheers.

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Finally, a cool looking shed!
Posted by Eric Oliver on 7/10/2005 8:20:00 AM

I have been looking for weeks for a cool shed like this one and I finally came to the realization I wasn't going to find what I wanted so I would have to build it. I've never build anything like this but I'm pretty handy. I'm going to give it a try. Thanks for the inspiration!

Eric

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original door
Posted by tony on 5/15/2006 1:56:00 PM

in the original, is that one big window in the front or does it open some way?

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Window
Posted by Anthony on 5/15/2006 2:00:00 PM

Tony, it's a window.

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Foundation & Misc.
Posted by Thuan on 7/21/2006 1:45:00 PM

HI. Great shed! I have a lot of miscellaneous questions. Please tell me more about how you established your shed's foundation. It appears to be leveling rocks and cinder blocks. How did you run electricity out to the shed? How long did the shed take you to build? Did you have assistance? Any advice on how to stagger the project in to manageable stages?

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MD100
Posted by Matt Mittelstadt on 6/16/2007 2:23:00 PM

Do you know of anyone who has built one of these sheds in Florida? We are curious if they meet Florida's building codes. We have strict codes here due to hurricanes. Please advise. Thank you.

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Your mods
Posted by Alex Woodby on 9/17/2007 1:11:00 PM

After seeing this here, I've ordered and received the plans from ready made. Any chance you feel like outlining specifics as to your modifications? I want to copy your design not theirs :)

--Alex

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such talent
Posted by lorraine J on 12/20/2007 8:39:00 PM

This is an incredible design, you have always been amazingly creative. I like the versatility of the shed.
just a bit curious L.

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Thanks
Posted by kent Holden on 6/26/2008 7:00:00 PM

Shed is almost 4 years old now and still standing strong,What are you curious about Lorraine?

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Inspiring Utility
Posted by John on 7/17/2008 1:40:00 PM

Kudos to you for bring the utilitarian function into what is a wonderful design. I would love to see some new pics of it as finished, lovingly worn in shed. While the edges seem to be supported with blocks, the actual floor looks to be poured concrete? You mentioned you would be filling the rest out with plexi, I would be curious as to how you feel about that with hindsight being 20/20? Thanks for sharing your clever modifications.

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Great mod
Posted by Jerry Lowetz on 7/30/2008 8:39:00 AM

I bought these plans a year ago with your mods in mind, about to start the project too. Just wanted to chirp in with my compliments/thanks as well!

--Jerry

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Purchasing plans?
Posted by Troy on 8/14/2008 2:22:00 PM

Is there anywhere else to purchase the plans? Readymade has changed their site and isn't selling them at this time.

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Can purchase plans on ReadyMade site
Posted by Cathy on 10/7/2008 2:31:00 PM

I just checked the ReadyMade site and you CAN purchase a paper version of the original plans. Here's the link: http://readymademag.com/store/#byomd for $35. Unfortunately, they don't sell PDFs you can download. As a bonus, you'll get a free 1 year subscription.

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MD 100 plans
Posted by ergo on 1/15/2009 11:10:00 AM

Hey, I am looking for plans to build this structure [MD 100] and ReadyMade is not interested in selling these any longer. Anyone want to sell me a copy of the plans for half your original cost?

|ergo|

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MD100 Plans
Posted by Morgan on 2/23/2009 4:25:00 PM

I want them too, and RM won't sell--

Anyone want to sell me a copy of the plans for TWICE your original cost? Contact me at morganm at gmail. Thanks.

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MODERN SHED KITS
Posted by KENT HOLDEN on 2/26/2009 6:52:00 AM

I will be making more of these sheds for sale in kit form. should be about $1500 - $2000. if anyone wants one let me know kholden11@comcast.net

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MD 100 Plans (designer of the MD 100)
Posted by Edgar Blazona on 3/1/2009 4:37:00 PM

Please get in touch with me for plans sets.. You can email me at edgar@elevatehome.com.
Please also email me images of your MD 100's .. I am putting together a small book...

Edgar

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need plans as well
Posted by brian on 4/1/2009 8:39:00 PM

Please let me know if you have plans to share/sell. I'm looking at giving it a go. my email is bdmsupersport at yahoo
Thanks!
Brian

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I uploaded the plans for everyone
Posted by Someone Awesome on 4/29/2009 1:14:00 AM

This is ridiculous so many people trying to find these, ReadyMade dropped the ball.

So here they are for all! Download and spread and share and build!

http://www.scribd.com/doc/14755925/Edgar-Blazona-MD100-Plans-11x17

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Many thanks!
Posted by Bill on 5/11/2009 8:24:00 PM

Many thanks to Someone Awesome for making the Blazona plans available. I agree--ReadyMade screwed up. Too bad for them. I'm ready to build. Again, thanks!

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MD100 plans
Posted by Mike on 6/2/2009 4:38:00 PM

Hi, do you still have the plans to the MD100? They don't seem to sell them on Readymade anymore, and I want... Thanks!

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Awesome deed by someone awesome!
Posted by StranjBrew on 6/3/2009 9:51:00 AM

Thanks so much for sharing! You've made alot of people happy!

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Plans are now free!
Posted by Nick Scholl on 6/5/2009 11:57:00 AM

Download here:

http://www.scribd.com/doc/14755925/Edgar-Blazona-MD100-Plans-11x17?autodown=pdf

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Amazing
Posted by Darren on 6/15/2009 2:18:00 AM

Way to make us lay people know it can be done, and not just a pipe dream. Anyone that's finished have any notes to share. The plans, as mentioned are a little sparse. Also, be interested in a educated guess as to how hard this is to finish...expert, moderate, enthused beginner? Thanks.

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MD100
Posted by Paul V on 7/16/2009 1:26:00 PM

Thanks for sharing the plans!

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MD100
Posted by Jessica on 7/19/2009 1:11:00 PM

We are in the process of building this shed right now. I find that the measurements in the plans don't work- the frame measures out perfectly as do the plywood pieces, but there is barely 1/2 inch on the perimeter of the plywood to attache to the frame!!! I have measured and re-measured. This morning we gave up and bought new plywood.
I would also suggest just pouring a concrete foundation- those piers don't look so hot- we made a foundation out of concrete blocks (due to a funky landscape issue) and concrete, it was a witch to level (as are the piers).
So far, I kinda wish we had just looked at the design and built from scratch, these plans aren't very helpful, nor do they explain a lot of what should be done. Sorry, ReadyMade.

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costs
Posted by Jessica on 7/19/2009 1:13:00 PM

Also, the cost of the materials is FAR more than $1500.

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Posted by Edgar Blazona on 8/10/2009 12:12:00 PM

Hi,
I would love to hear more about the plans and your problems building. Many, well tons, of people have built these and I have never heard this problem. I would love to help out if needed. Also, If using the piers, It is best to either level the ground or pour a small level pad for these to sit on. Also, the $1500 material amount was the cost of the materials when we built the first building. I assume things might have gone up a bit. Keep in mind that glass and or plexi glass prices vary quite a bit.
Lastly, Please send images of your MD100'S to edgar@elevatehome.com. I am trying to keep track of buildings which have been built.

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thanks!
Posted by jack in Vancouver, BC on 10/19/2009 6:13:00 PM

I've been searching for plans like this for quite a while. Thanks so much for posting them online!
For those interested, here are plans for a smaller panelized version of this type of shed, from a 1974 issue of Popular Science:
http://tinyurl.com/yjlmawf

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