Tag: Small
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Small hallway ideas: Though our natural inclination might be to keep things light and airy with a pale palette, being bold can have a huge impact. The hallway of Cath Kidston’s Notting Hill house has been painted in Farrow & Ball’s ‘Picture Gallery Red’ for an eye-catching, colour-rich effect Paul Massey When you come through…
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Decking Your garden is not too small to add some decking! Elaine recommends using decking to your advantage. She said: “Using decking to create another level is also a great way to maximise your garden space, especially if situated at the end of the garden to elongate the area. “This concept also works when creating…
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Climbers can be transformative in a garden setting. Whether you have a small, shady balcony or a south-facing tiny terrace, some of the best climbers to grow in pots can be used to great effect, making the most of vertical surfaces and thereby creating a green, living backdrop. As a former professional gardener, I have…
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Lighting plays a crucial role in creating a romantic ambiance. Use fairy lights, string lights, or lanterns to illuminate your garden beautifully. Wrap fairy lights around trees, fences, or pergolas to add a magical touch. Place candles or LED tea lights in mason jars to create a cosy and intimate atmosphere. If you have a…
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On Saturday, July 7, East Hampton Library’s Tom Twomey Series will host its inaugural garden tour event. Big Ideas for Small Gardens: Lecture and Garden Tour will begin with an illustrated lecture by former garden editor at House & Garden, Charlotte M. Frieze, followed by a self guided exploration of some of East Hampton’s petite…
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If your garden is on the small side and you’re struggling for inspiration this year, take a look at the below ideas for small gardens. We’ve handpicked a selection of brilliant designs from the recent years of Britain’s most prestigious Flower Show. Ideas for small gardens Photograph by Jayne Lloyd. If space is so tight…
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Small gardens are often the most in need of a little privacy if you’ve been squished into a piece of land alongside a number of neighbours. When considering the perfect small garden screening idea, it needs to keep out noisy onlookers, without making you feel hemmed into an already small space. While there is a…
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“The goal of this outdoor space was to create a true sanctuary that also echoed some of the indoor design elements of this client’s home,” says Kathy Kuo, founder and CEO at Kathy Kuo Home. She explains that the fire feature was the central focus; despite it being a small patio space, the client very…
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Looking to turn your petite patch of green into something gorgeous? These 28 small backyard landscaping ideas are lush, low-maintenance, and full of charm — ideal for crafting a cozy outdoor escape that feels welcoming, well-designed, and wonderfully your own. View in gallery 28 Small Backyard Landscaping Ideas That Make a Big Impact in 2025…
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Joel Bird, artist, builder and garden designer on BBC’s Your Garden Made Perfect, can reinvent the smallest of spaces with the tightest of budgets, which comes in pretty handy because we’re always on the hunt for ideas to maximise compact spaces – especially when it comes to small gardens. If you’re thinking about transforming your…