10 Paradise Garden Retreats You'll love - Often in life, it is the simple things that you get through - a cup of hot tea in the morning, a novel sunflower page, or a cat affirmation of life with a good friend . And what could be simpler than going out in your garden or terrace?
Being outside (even in the heart of the city) allows you to convene with nature - known to be good for the body and mind - and help your cares slip away. Take a look at these ideas to create a garden idyll - your own personal stamp paradise outside your back door. If you have a great view to watch, the better.
Being outside (even in the heart of the city) allows you to convene with nature - known to be good for the body and mind - and help your cares slip away. Take a look at these ideas to create a garden idyll - your own personal stamp paradise outside your back door. If you have a great view to watch, the better.
Matt Nichol Garden Design Ltd.
Create a small lounging spot
Bigger is not always better. A small terrace surrounded by vegetation can evoke the feeling of sitting in an animated meadow. If your garden is on a slope, so much the better -. Site of your lounge chair to make the most of the view
Bigger is not always better. A small terrace surrounded by vegetation can evoke the feeling of sitting in an animated meadow. If your garden is on a slope, so much the better -. Site of your lounge chair to make the most of the view
Garden Constructors
Bag stand
Think cabins belong only to the guests? No, they work outdoors, too, as this clever design shows. an addition should not be too complicated: Ask your builder to create a fit, brick surround with built-in benches and a table. If you can make use of an existing wall, the better. Add decking to complete the perfect retreat for dinner for two.
Tip Lacquered decking adds more "indoorsy" garden room effect.
Think cabins belong only to the guests? No, they work outdoors, too, as this clever design shows. an addition should not be too complicated: Ask your builder to create a fit, brick surround with built-in benches and a table. If you can make use of an existing wall, the better. Add decking to complete the perfect retreat for dinner for two.
Tip Lacquered decking adds more "indoorsy" garden room effect.
Terra Firma Design
Go poolside
Have a staycation this summer? Fear not! You can still beat the poolside ambiance in the tightest of spaces. Squeeze in a pair of chairs to sound the afternoon. Then steal a coffee shop trick using a bar-height table and stools -. It is more compact than a large size room together
Have a staycation this summer? Fear not! You can still beat the poolside ambiance in the tightest of spaces. Squeeze in a pair of chairs to sound the afternoon. Then steal a coffee shop trick using a bar-height table and stools -. It is more compact than a large size room together
URBANSCAPING LTD
Closing off
Fences should not be brown and boring. A modern and elegant fracture can transform the way a garden feels - slats use panels such as these to ramp up privacy and create mini "garden rooms" in a larger space.
With more than cook and we get outside, a brick-built, wood oven is the modern ideal garden -. Much more sophisticated than a disposable barbecue
Fences should not be brown and boring. A modern and elegant fracture can transform the way a garden feels - slats use panels such as these to ramp up privacy and create mini "garden rooms" in a larger space.
With more than cook and we get outside, a brick-built, wood oven is the modern ideal garden -. Much more sophisticated than a disposable barbecue
Red Squirrel Architects
Stack up the pots
Garden open? No problem. You can always create a green refuge. As long as you keep an eye on watering pots and planters provide a green courtyard feel without the need for mowing and pruning. Mix sizes, shapes and styles of foliage to create a varied panorama. And investigate self-watering pots and automatic watering systems to ensure things do dry up.
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Garden open? No problem. You can always create a green refuge. As long as you keep an eye on watering pots and planters provide a green courtyard feel without the need for mowing and pruning. Mix sizes, shapes and styles of foliage to create a varied panorama. And investigate self-watering pots and automatic watering systems to ensure things do dry up.
Read expert advice on how to grow a garden containing
WHAT_architecture
have a party in the basement
As this pocket spot proves you do not need acres of land to evoke an idyllic get-away-from-it-all spot: any outdoor space can be beautiful if she gave a little attention. Some beautiful, tiles Moroccan style, the head of an eccentric deer and a bistro table set are all it takes to give this jewel terrace below a sense of personal happiness.
Add some, shadow potted plants, such as ferns, and you can get a feel as garden.
As this pocket spot proves you do not need acres of land to evoke an idyllic get-away-from-it-all spot: any outdoor space can be beautiful if she gave a little attention. Some beautiful, tiles Moroccan style, the head of an eccentric deer and a bistro table set are all it takes to give this jewel terrace below a sense of personal happiness.
Add some, shadow potted plants, such as ferns, and you can get a feel as garden.
Cityscapers
Bamboo -ZLE your garden
Bamboo has sometimes bad press, and it is true, if not carefully monitored, many varieties can grow out of control. But carefully planted, it creates a lush green screen that can transport you to a different continent (and the screening in the house of your neighbor).
Tip Research the type of bamboo you buy and get advice on how best to grow it to prevent madness. Plant in a confined area, as here, to keep things orderly and structured.
Bamboo has sometimes bad press, and it is true, if not carefully monitored, many varieties can grow out of control. But carefully planted, it creates a lush green screen that can transport you to a different continent (and the screening in the house of your neighbor).
Tip Research the type of bamboo you buy and get advice on how best to grow it to prevent madness. Plant in a confined area, as here, to keep things orderly and structured.
DHV Architects
extend a planter
Break the rules - the beds should not simply go around the edges. This integrated drill is essentially an oversized window box. It offers a stunning floral display to look inside; lawn, it screens out of the house, which makes the garden green, and feel like more of a secluded location.
Break the rules - the beds should not simply go around the edges. This integrated drill is essentially an oversized window box. It offers a stunning floral display to look inside; lawn, it screens out of the house, which makes the garden green, and feel like more of a secluded location.
Philippe Dubreuil Creative Landscaping
Copies park style
You know your local park - the way they stick a bench more or less everywhere and it makes the region more attractive? Why not do it in your own garden? A wooden park bench is a timeless design for a reason - it works. I also like the sculptural box of balls.
You know your local park - the way they stick a bench more or less everywhere and it makes the region more attractive? Why not do it in your own garden? A wooden park bench is a timeless design for a reason - it works. I also like the sculptural box of balls.
The Labyrinth Garden
Put in some doors
with a little imagination, the smaller of course can feel special. The French antique wall add doors a continental feel, with mirrored panels creating a feeling of space . This classic garden old box hedge topiary, ramps up to size further.
What would be your dream garden idyll like? Share your photos and ideas in the comments below.
with a little imagination, the smaller of course can feel special. The French antique wall add doors a continental feel, with mirrored panels creating a feeling of space . This classic garden old box hedge topiary, ramps up to size further.
What would be your dream garden idyll like? Share your photos and ideas in the comments below.