Decking delights in Doreen: an alfresco marvel
This new home in Doreen Victoria is a typical modern design that includes a small but functional alfresco area
How to create a long-lasting, low-maintenance garden
Tim Sprague of Kiama Landscapes & Pools shares expert advice on how to create a low-maintenance garden that looks stunning
Vision and vegies: where urban agriculture meets education
Here’s a model of urban agriculture and gardening, alongside a wholefoods restaurant, working together as a community and education resource.
How to create a garden that reflects the way you live
Isabel Rundle of Outdoor Secrets explains how to create a garden that reflects the way you live when planning your next landscaping project
Expert Advice: Nigel Finnimore, Designer (Castlight)
Outdoor lighting must complement both home and garden, says Nigel Finnimore of Castlight
Now is the time to plan your outdoor projects
Chris Slaughter, of Scenic Blue Design, answers some questions and shares his advice on how to make the most of this season as you plan for the warmer months ahead
Your October garden calendar
It’s mid-spring and everything in the vegie patch and orchard is erupting with flowers and delicious fruits. It’s a great time to be growing and harvesting
Garden diary: things to do in September
Spring fever grips gardeners and non-gardeners alike with the urge to nurture the soil and grow plants
The edge of glory: garden edging solutions
Choosing the correct edging products is a crucial step in achieving and maintaining a definitive and enduring barrier…
The finishing touch: transforming your outdoor space
Transform your outdoor space with designer laser-cut metal screens, fire pits and wall art
Using lights to create a night garden
With expert advice and quality light fittings, you can create a stunning night garden
Entertainment moves outdoors
Relax in the sun and entertain in style with a top outdoor speaker system
Cooking capers: A look at outdoor kitchens
TV chefs like Manu Feildel love them. Restaurateur and chef Matt Moran reckons they spice up any get-together. And cooking guru Jamie Oliver claims they’re the ultimate foodie must-have. But it’s not only celebrity chefs giving the thumbs up to outdoor kitchens.
Trend alert: Zesty orange
Savour the tang of the tropics with outdoor furniture and decor in tones of orange
Trend alert: Fan the flames
Enjoy the flicker of flames with outdoor fireplaces and candleholders in basic black