A design for life

Garden writer Geoff Hodge explores the best cold frames for compact gardens – an ideal way to extend your growing season and a must-have companion for any greenhouse

Who needs a perfect rectangle when smart design, garden lights, and a firepit can turn even the quirkiest garden into the ULTIMATE HANG - OUT ?

From festive FIREPIT TIPPLES to epic al fresco Christmas dinners, this garden proves that outdoor living doesn’t stop when winter starts

To walk around a midwinter garden on a fine day when everything has shrunk down to its essential elements is like walking around a gallery. You can take your time, see things with fresh eyes and be ch

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events. By Jennifer Grimble and Joseph Mullane

From a window seat overlooking the garden to a cosy hobby room, a personal retreat creates an inviting and relaxing place to take time for oneself. ‘We’ve seen a growing desire for creative sanctuarie