Latest articles by Sarah Wilson
A simple way to save water, these eco-friendly rain chain ideas combine practicality and style
Upgrade your pool patio by transforming the area from simply a place to swim into an inviting retreat
Enhance your garden with one of these eye-catching water feature ideas. Whatever the size of your garden (or your budget) it's an easy way to add serenity
Whether you want to introduce a touch of calm to your space or boost biodiversity with fish, plants and wildlife, these garden pond ideas are the perfect solution
Turn a noisy garden into a quiet retreat with these simple soundproofing measures
Build a patio on a slope and it can be a real focal point in your garden design, offering an elevated view, an intimate sunken space or even several terraces
Turn your deck into a year-round destination with these practical overhead solutions
Give your patio a high-end look without breaking the bank
From highlighting to silhouetting, these are the clever lighting techniques garden designers always use in their schemes
These designer-approved tips and tricks are all it takes to successfully increase the feeling of space on a small patio
Discover where to position landscape lighting for a design that's both functional and adds atmosphere when the sun goes down
Illuminate the way with these innovative garden path lighting ideas that will turn a functional landscaping element into a design feature
Follow these 8 steps to make sure your new off-street parking space meets your needs, style and budget
These innovative circular patio ideas are a step beyond. Forget dull and predictable rectangular shapes and instead use soft circular patterns, which work well as an addition to both contemporary and traditional garden designs
Investing in a patio can be an expensive outgoing so make sure you factor in the right drainage at planning stage to avoid problems later on. If, on the other hand, you have surface water issues with an existing patio find out how to fix that too
Make sure your patio is hidden from prying eyes with these effective ideas that will screen it from view
From designing a patio that's too small to choosing the wrong materials, steer clear of these typical patio mistakes if you want to create a successful space
Whether you're designing a patio from scratch or upgrading an existing one with a new look, don't skip these key steps
Keep your patio weed-free with these expert tips to get rid of anything that pops up where it shouldn't
Once you know how to protect trees during a build it's one less thing to worry about. Preventing tree damage when your home becomes a construction site is a matter of planning carefully and working closely with your contractor. It's worth knowing that if things go wrong you could be liable too.
Dogs will love being outdoors even more than they do already with our ideas to make your garden a fun space. It's also important to keep inquisitive pets out of trouble, so here are the key things to look out for that might pose a risk
If you're looking into the latest turf-free garden ideas for a more environmentally friendly or low-maintenance option, Irish moss could be the answer. Find out why everyone's talking about this easy and attractive green lawn alternative
Zoning your garden helps to strike the perfect balance between functionality and visual appeal. But there's a lot more to it than simply sticking up a privacy screen and arranging a couple of sofas in an L shape to create 'a relaxation space'.
