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WHAT’S COOKIN’? Get a Direct Stove (above) outdoor barbecue going, with comfy seating
COLOUR CUES Neptune’s Simon Temprell gives his tips on effectively incorporating colour • Maximalist design and pattern mixing, with floral prints, checks and stripes, work well in a garden. • Coloured glass is pretty to use outdoors; the more you mix and match, the more eclectic and interesting your table setting will be. • Repurpose objects from indoors, such as candlesticks and vases. Fortunately, decorating an outdoor space is temporary and can be changed as often as you like.
around your decking for a modern look. As for patios, you may want to opt for hanging lanterns to illuminate your patio seating area, as well as up-and-down wall lights for a gorgeous ambience.” Once the sun comes out, so do our barbecues, and the joy of eating outside sets in. Taking the lead from hotter countries – such as Australia and the US – outdoor kitchens have become increasingly popular in the UK. “From portable pizza ovens to fully functioning kitchen units with an outdoor sink and hob, outdoor kitchens are a luxury must-have in many modern homes,” says Joanna Humphreys, fire and stove specialist at Direct Stoves. “We always recommend placing a barbecue, pizza oven or grill near to your outdoor furniture set. By linking these two spaces, you can create a dedicated area for entertaining, allowing you to be ‘the host with the most’ as you entertain guests.” Declan Kingsley-Walsh, managing director at Morso UK, agrees: “Cooking
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