Upfront and personal

A thoughtfully designed front garden offers a warm welcome home, balances practical considerations and creates a healthy habitat for flora and fauna. Here’s how to do it

WE ALL KNOW FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT, SO HOW BEST TO PRESENT THE FRONT OF OUR HOMES? WE ASKED A PAINT EXPERT, AN ESTATE AGENT AND A HOME STAGER

Prairie-style planting surrounds this classic Georgian house, creating texture and a sense of drama against the backdrop of meadows and coppiced woodland

The joy of a compact garden is that you’re in it, intimately up close to savour every detail. Small spaces demand clarity. You have to be decisive – ruthless even – about your priorities, as it forces

Transform your garden into a welcoming haven that brings SOLACE & JOY to all

Creating beautiful spaces while increasing biodiversity, minimising environmental impact and preserving natural resources is a common goal – here, garden experts share their methods