Garden Features – Successful Garden & Lifestyle Design

Whilst I'm not a fan of the overused expression "Less is More" (which does not apply to cake or chocolate), can be pertinent to designing a garden, especially for modern

by Rachel Mathews

Garden Design

Ponds and water features

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Weird or wonderful water feature?

Here's a contemporary conundrum for you - how do you make a modern pond crossing safer for children and still without traditional handrails? The designer of this garden used their imagination

Garden focal points & features – the art of placement

So although I’ve never met you, the chances are high I can guess where you’d stick a focal point or garden feature… Where there’s a big hole… in your planting! ;o) Would

by Rachel Mathews

Garden Design

Ponds and water features

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Simplicity is Key – Designer Pond Idea

I must admit I'm not a big fan of grey when it comes to UK gardens (we've got enough of it in the sky)! But that aside, take a look at the pond steps... * The

Garden colour – in unexpected ways

Colourful Garden Walls & Fences Most of us love a colourful garden, but the good news is, you don't have to rely on just flowers... Painting walls and features is a really

Garden pots – How to use decorative pots in your garden

There is an amazing selection of garden pots available these days. Everything from classical terracotta, through to modern glazed urns in different shapes, sizes and colours. Pots can make a great

Outdoor Fires – Warm Your Garden Patio With Designer Accessories

Great garden design isn’t just about planning and planting. It’s also about how you make your outdoor living space a beautiful and relaxing place to be. We think it would be

by Tina Andlaw

Garden Features

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Pergolas, arches & planting rails

Having a pergola, arch or planting rail in the garden can be a very nice feature as it adds height and year-round interest. However, it is critical that they are

by Rachel Mathews

Garden Features

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Garden focal points – Statues and sculptures: How to choose the right ones

Here's a little excerpt from the new Great Garden Formula 3.0 online course... A garden statue or sculpture make a perfect focal point when positioned correctly. The job of a good focal

by Rachel Mathews

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