Splish-splash, make a mosaic bath

Idyllic swimming ponds are becoming a feature of Britain’s most stylish gardens. Charlotte Brook seeks expert advice on how to take the freshwater plunge

The natural crunch and colour of gravel paths and landscaping brings harmony to a country garden, while planting through the stones brings a softer style to beds and borders

Reuse, repurpose and recycle to bring quirky charm to your garden or outside space

Design solutions

Don’t want the vacation to end? These bathing spaces capture all the warmth and beauty of a luxurious summer sojourn

Isabelle Palmer is an expert when it comes to using containers to turn small balconies and patios into something fabulously floral. Here, she advises us on how to team plants and planters to create different looks