by Barbara Samitier | Jan 18, 2016 | Features, Home, News
It’s not just men who need a cave – women need somewhere to retreat too. Have you heard of “she-sheds”? That’s the new lifestyle trend and I’m definitely fantasizing about it. Or it could be your teenage children who need to be contained at the end of the garden…you...
by Barbara Samitier | Nov 28, 2015 | Home and Garden, News
A lovely window box can give your house an instant lift. They tend to need refreshing seasonally, and as winter sets in, it’s a great time to add a bit of cheering colour, texture and interest to your exterior. Here are a few pointers. Think about aspect How much sun...
by Barbara Samitier | Oct 29, 2015 | Features, News
If you have a shed or extension you’d like to make an attractive feature of, it’s well worth considering a green roof. Green, also called living roofs, can be retrofitted or installed at the time of building. While the idea may seem a bit daunting, they’re actually...
by Barbara Samitier | Aug 12, 2015 | Features, Home and Garden, News
There is a knack in creating a beautiful and long lasting border. You need to consider the textures, habits and silhouettes, various heights, flowering times, aspect and shapes that compliment each other. And of course the colour scheme of the foliages and flowers....
