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ow the weather is warming up, there’s no better time to maximise garden space and carve out a stylish extension of your home. The way we use our gardens has become far more sophisticated in recent time, with homeowners following trends just as they would when designing their home’s interiors. It’s easy to give a nod to what’s in vogue; try painting a bland wall or fence in an on-trend colour, for example, or invest in a new era of garden furniture that wouldn’t look out of place in a luxury home. Meanwhile, pay attention to hard surfaces by incorporating sleek stone or smooth paving to give a polished finish to any green space. Whether you want to carve out a new barbecue area, lounge-style seating under a pergola or a state-of-the-art outdoor kitchen, a good first step is to zone your garden into dining, relaxing and play areas. Give some definition to these sections by using contrasting decking, lawn or gravel surfaces, adding large pots to delineate, having a variety of plants and using low walls and decorative edging. Furniture is also key in creating a garden with a living-room look. Crafted by skilled artisans in Italy, Artemest’s range of outdoor furniture – such as wrought-iron armchairs and woven pouffes – captures a stylish Mediterranean spirit. “Our highly original outdoor furniture and accessories have been created by Italian master craftsmen,” claims the brand. “These investment pieces are more like works of art, yet give a relaxed informality and durability for use on the terrace, in the garden or in a summer house.” Bridgman, one of the UK’s leading furniture specialists, says that by blurring the boundaries and unifying the home and garden, you can create a sense of cohesion which extends the style of your indoor rooms to the outdoors. “To create a seamless flow from indoors to out, pick soft and comfortable furniture that aligns with the style of your home,” says brand manager Caron Grant. “For a luxurious living-room feel, opt for modular modern furniture which promotes versatility.”
PATIO POWER Bridgman shares its tips for styling an outdoor dining area • Add drapes to a pergola to create a more intimate dining area and enhance the ambience of the space. • Incorporate a decorative parasol for shade and privacy. • Use fragrant potted herbs and scented flowers to generate a sensory feel.
BLURRED FINDS Bridgman (top right) proposes modular furniture for smooth indoor-outdoor flow
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