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Looking for porch lighting ideas? Here's 14 illuminating ideas to brighten your main entry point
By Amy Reeves, Sarah Harley last updated
Porch lighting ideas should be bright and benefit your safety and security. Here's 14 schemes that fit the bill

From pretty pickets to stylish slats, here's 15 driveway fencing ideas to elevate your entrance
By Sarah Harley, Natasha Brinsmead last updated
Whether you're seeking driveway fencing ideas to add security or simply style, we've rounded up a selection to suit all types of homes and budgets

Garden lighting mistakes that everyone makes when designing an ambient scheme, according to experts
By Teresa Conway published
Avoid these common pitfalls when investing in garden lighting to enhance your outdoor space

How to make garden lighting look expensive without blowing your budget, according to lighting designers
By Teresa Conway published
Get a high-end look with a high-street price tag using design tricks that lighting designers use to get a professional-looking garden lighting scheme

18 orangery ideas for an extension bursting with a luxe feel and lots of light
By Sarah Harley, Amy Reeves last updated
Whether you're deliberating over size, colour or use we've curated a selection of 18 orangery ideas to inspire your next home extension plans

These are the garden design trends that designers are loving for their outdoor spaces this summer
By Teresa Conway last updated
These are the top garden trends for 2025, according to Chelsea garden designers

Why taking a practical approach to your loft storage ideas is essential to avoid damaging your home and belongings
By Sarah Harley last updated
Loft storage ideas can help turn your unused attic into a more valuable space, as long as you follow these practical steps first

Parking your car shouldn't mean sacrificing a connection with nature. These 13 front garden driveway ideas show you how
By Sarah Harley, Amy Reeves last updated
Getting the right balance with your front garden driveway ideas can be tricky when you need to create a space that's practical yet pretty. But, there are ways to do it say the experts, and here's how
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