Dazzling northern stars

This once-unwelcoming backyard is now a stunning city space – and with showstopping lighting, it becomes even more magical as the sun fades…

A nice shadow can do wonders for your garden design, says Joe Swift

Design solutions

It’s one thing to achieve exactly the look you want near to the house, but where closely attended planting may peter out, the none-too-small matter of what lies at the end of the property or, indeed,

This stunning Lincolnshire plot is packed with both sun-lovers and shade-revellers

If your outdoor area is limited in size, here are some ways to make it feel much more spacious