Summer heat – the outdoor fireplace
Well, rather disappointingly the weather so far this summer has been on the chilly (and wet) side here in the UK. One minute it is glorious sunshine and the next minute the Aga is on full blast for some well needed heat! It is indeed Flaming July so I am not going to be discouraged... Read more...
Our top 5 garden & outdoor blogs for July
The weather may be wet but that doesn’t mean that we can’t garden! This week Theo, our Social Media Intern, looks at his top 5 Gardening blogs for July. With the recent popular Garden Bloggers Bloom Day still fresh in our minds, we’re looking at which plants are blooming this month… 1) May Dreams Garden... Read more...
The Great Outdoors trend, as forecast by Trend Bible
This month, our guest blog contribution from Trend Bible focuses on the great outdoors. “Despite the UK summer being something of a washout so far, there is still the opportunity to use strong, uplifting colours so that at the very least, the garden is something pretty to look at whist you’re holed up indoors!” explains Trend... Read more...
Make your outside as beautiful as your inside
Once this persistent rain stops hopefully the sun will shine down for the remainder of our summer. Why not start creating your garden before the sun starts to shine with Mydeco’s 3D planner? Creating your own entrance to your own private sanctuary makes you feel instantly away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Nothing is... Read more...
How to party in the garden in style this Summer
It’s time for a garden party! I don’t know about you but I’ve been spending a good deal of time outdoors this last week. The wonderful weather makes outdoor living easy, so let’s hope it’s set to stay for the long bank holiday weekend. With this in mind I thought I’d share my favourite items for... Read more...
A walk in the woods
One of the many interesting aspects of being a practising garden designer is the opportunity to design gardens in wildly contrasting locations. We have recently completed a design for a small garden in Central London with views best obscured, as well as a garden in rural North Yorkshire with sheep at the bottom of the... Read more...
Al fresco fun, the art of outdoor entertaining
Summer days are just around the corner and I’m busily transforming my garden into a blissful entertaining space. Scrubbing the patio so it gleams, potting beautiful, white hydrangeas and preening the plants. I love nothing better than opening a bottle of chardonnay in the relaxing surroundings of my garden and I can’t wait to have... Read more...
How to get a gorgeous garden for autumn
With the exciting London Design Festival well under way (so much to see, so little time!) I’ve been swamped with invites to previews, interviews, requests to film, after party here, after party there – and KLC School of Design was no exception. So I’m meeting with the renowned interior design academy in London next Monday.... Read more...
Bank Holiday bargains at B&Q plus their A/W Trend Watch
Hoorah, the Bank Holiday is coming! And because it’s the last Bank Holiday until Christmas (not that long to go…) we should all make the most of the long weekend and the last of the summer evenings. I would love to suggest one final barbecue, the ultimate garden party, or a sun-drenched British beach break... Read more...
How to grow a hot vegetable plot – sexy lettuce here you come
Got your meat but no veg? Home-growing has been snapped up by the nation faster than an Eames lounger on sale. Find out why you should join the craze, and just how easy it can be, with Isabel Eyre, the founder of stylish gardening blog Fennel and Fern. In her first guest post for mydeco,... Read more...
How to add fences and grass to your 3D gardens
With rising temperatures and sun-filled days, more and more of us are choosing to spend our free time outside. Dining, playing and relaxing all become al fresco occasions, but is your garden ready for the transition? Using mydeco’s 3D room planner tool you can design and stylize your garden into the perfect outdoor haven by... Read more...
What to buy in the summer sales
Grab a bargain for your garden 3D design created by milyca8 Outdoor furniture and garden accessories are seasonal, usually a long-lasting investment and should still come in handy this dull and dreary summer – I’m not giving up hope for some hot rays just yet! Best buys in the summer sales are: Barbecues – OK,... Read more...
