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2015 Garden Designs: The Next Designs to Have

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February 10th, 2015 by

From crazy paving to decking. From vegetable gardens to ‘nightscaping’. The landscape (pardon the pun!) of garden trends are forever changing. The listed fads above are all unique in their own right, from the kooky, to the financially sound. But what’s the next step for your garden? Like anything creative, fashions and trends change with […]

Five Cardinal Rules in Garden Design

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February 3rd, 2015 by

Out of everything you can design in your home, your garden will give you the most opportunities in expressing your individuality and personal style. With a proper system in designing your garden, you can have a little piece of nature in your home. On a single sheet of paper, you can visualise how the garden […]

Drive Up Your Driveway Design: 3 Ideas for an Amazing Driveway Project

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December 23rd, 2014 by

There is no steering around it: driveways play a big role in the appearance of any home. The typical 20 by 40 foot suburban driveway occupies an estimated 800 square feet of the front yard, which is almost half a tennis court. Most homeowners, however, look at their driveways as mere slabs of concrete. With […]

Garden Design: Getting Focal Points Right

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October 23rd, 2014 by

Emphasis is one of the most important traits of a garden. A space without at least one focal point almost always pales in comparison to other spaces that have something to catch the eye of every onlooker and passer-by. Every designer will agree that a focal point is essential in ensuring that your garden exudes […]

Our Boxleigh Cedar Planter is Born!

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October 2nd, 2014 by

We are proud to announce our new planter to The Oakleigh Range. This Western Red Cedar Planter has been painstakingly through our design process, having had variations come and go, to finally produce this beautiful piece of furniture. I will report back with some photos of our first installation. Watch this space!

Artificial Lawn Makeover

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October 2nd, 2014 by

Our Client was over the moon when we said that the new Artificial Lawn would be completed on her birthday. No doubt there were a few G&T’s on the lawn that day

4 Tips for an Inexpensive, but Beautiful Garden

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September 26th, 2014 by

Want a magazine worthy garden, but without spending so much? Between the costs of the plants, supplies, and other expenses, the budget for your garden can become surprisingly tight. Still, this doesn’t mean you have to compromise the beauty of your landscape; by spending wisely and making the most of what you have, you can […]

Swing when you’re winning!

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September 16th, 2014 by

These beautifully crafted Gosmere Gates are so popular, we have had to employ a new member of staff to work on them! We have been overwhelmed by the demand of new clients and have received so many wonderful comments about this gate from our happy customers.  Thank you to everybody and well done to all our […]

Design Ideas for Creating Your Own Walled Garden

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August 20th, 2014 by

Walled gardens have an undeniable charm that has captivated people for centuries. There’s just something enchanting and magical about passing through the gates, and then finding yourself surrounded by the gorgeous flora in every direction. It feels like a romantic little corner of paradise, tucked away from all the troubles of the world. Little surprise […]

The Advantages of Posh Automated Gates

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August 1st, 2014 by

We live in an automated world. With just a snap of your fingers or a touch of a button, we get what we need—when we want it. Modern life is convenient that way. One such modern luxury that is afforded to homeowners is automated gates. Convenience Automated gates make entering and leaving your home exceptionally […]