Land+Living: MD 100 Shed

Architecture — July 8, 2004 Posted by Anthony

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)

38 comments

Comments (38)

D. Dennis — July 11, 2004
It's a great copy!

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.

J. Greene — July 30, 2004
Very inspiring!

Awesome work. I MUST try this.

Josh Williams — August 20, 2004
Cool

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

J. Milina — February 7, 2005
Quite an accomplishment Mrs. Holden!

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!

Pat McCollum — March 12, 2005
How do I get the plans?

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.

James — March 12, 2005
How to get the plans

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.

Eric Oliver — July 10, 2005
Finally, a cool looking shed!

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

tony — May 15, 2006
original door

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

Anthony — May 15, 2006
Window

Tony, it's a window.

Thuan — July 21, 2006
Foundation & Misc.

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?

Matt Mittelstadt — June 16, 2007
MD100

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.

Alex Woodby — September 17, 2007
Your mods

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

lorraine J — December 20, 2007
such talent

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

kent Holden — June 26, 2008
Thanks

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

John — July 17, 2008
Inspiring Utility

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.

Jerry Lowetz — July 30, 2008
Great mod

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

Troy — August 14, 2008
Purchasing plans?

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

Cathy — October 7, 2008
Can purchase plans on ReadyMade site

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.

ergo — January 15, 2009
MD 100 plans

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|

Morgan — February 23, 2009
MD100 Plans

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.

KENT HOLDEN — February 26, 2009
MODERN SHED KITS

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

KENT HOLDEN — February 26, 2009
MODERN SHED KITS

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

Edgar Blazona — March 1, 2009
MD 100 Plans (designer of the MD 100)

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

brian — April 1, 2009
need plans as well

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

Someone Awesome — April 29, 2009
I uploaded the plans for everyone

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

Bill — May 11, 2009
Many thanks!

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!

Mike — June 2, 2009
MD100 plans

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

StranjBrew — June 3, 2009
Awesome deed by someone awesome!

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

Nick Scholl — June 5, 2009
Plans are now free!

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

Darren — June 15, 2009
Amazing

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.

Paul V — July 16, 2009
MD100

Thanks for sharing the plans!

Jessica — July 19, 2009
MD100

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.

Jessica — July 19, 2009
costs

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

Edgar Blazona — August 10, 2009

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.

jack in Vancouver, BC — October 19, 2009
thanks!

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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