Since time immemorial, we have gathered around open fires. The Ancient Greeks situated their kitchens in the central courtyards of their homes. Britain may have less clement weather, but we are equall

The flickering flames and cosy warmth of a wood-burning stove create a homely centrepiece that is hard to beat during the winter months. Whether used as a sole heat provider, ideal in off-grid situati

If you’re feeling the chill, adding a logburner will heat your home and boost your design credentials. Here’s how to include one in your scheme

This narrow, once-featureless garden has been transformed into a beautiful wildlife-friendly space that kicks off the year with a gorgeous show of blossom

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Anew greenhouse will likely be the biggest – and most exciting – purchase a gardener ever makes. For many of us, the prospect of having our own greenhouse is the zenith, the Holy Grail, the thing that