When designing or creating a garden many things are considered. One of the most important factors are the needs and wishes of the family as a whole…Mum, dad, the kids and the pets. As our lives get busier and people look for places to retreat and relax in, the garden can become a great place […]
Designing small gardens can be a challenge. Good planning is the key, which of course applies to all garden design. But in a small garden there are additional issues to think about. Simplicity In a small garden simplicity is the key. Without it small gardens can fail miserably. Simplicity does not mean boring either. A […]
Fences and Walls Love them or hate them, fencing and boundary walls are an integral feature of your garden. They offer a number of practical solutions for your property, as well as enhancing your home and neighbourhood. However, before building one, I would recommend you consider the following questions. These will help you to define […]
Realisation of the dream People, for a number of reasons, employ garden designers . Many gorgeous gardens have been created gradually through the loving care and attention of their owners with little or no outside help. Homeowners may have admired the gardens of their friends and neighbours, but they often are inexperienced in horticulture and […]
You may have seen one on a garden makeover show or heard their words of wisdom on the radio, or even had your garden transformed by one… landscape designers , whilst diverse in their individual styles and in the way they present their ideas, have a shared passion for plants, landscapes and the people who […]
One of life’s pleasures is being outside in the garden enjoying the sunshine. However, as the weather becomes warmer, some protection from the harsh rays is required. There are a number of stylish options available to allow you to entertain and relax in comfort outdoors. Pergolas Pergolas are a permanent architectural feature that creates an […]
As our lives get busier and busier, we look for places to retreat, relax and unwind. Your outdoor space has the potential to become a peaceful comfortable place, furnished with comforts once only relegated for interior spaces. Everyone can live comfortably outdoors these days, provided you have thought through and provided some functional key design […]
Does your garden ever seem to be a bit of a challenge? Is it a thankless task to maintain? – too small for all the things you would like to fit in? Too shady? Too exposed? Is it square and boring? An awkward shape where nothing seems to fit? Is it too steep, nothing but […]
