Bigging it up

Alasdair and Philippa Beaumont weren’t going to let a tiny plot stop them having the garden of their dreams

The Smiths made their garden more usable by dividing it into split-level spaces, each with its own look, feel and purpose

Re-planning their garden in tandem with building a new extension helped Adam and Irenie Cossey create a flexible outdoor space for all the family

FACED WITH AN UNINSPIRING SPACE, NICOLA SET TO WORK TRANSFORMING IT TO CREATE A GARDEN PACKED WITH LIFE, COLOUR AND COMFY SEATING

Create a bold look in your back garden with exotic evergreens that provide low-effort drama and bold interest all year round

Maximise the potential of your compact space by giving these ideas a go for a stylish update – your outdoor space will instantly feel bigger and brighter