If there’s something that evokes an indoor feeling outside, it’s rugs. They are instrumental in creating that homely vibe in a garden green space and perfect for outdoor entertaining. Nice […]
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A day in London
A day in London. Mid-march and I’m on a short visit. As per usual plenty to see and do. They joys of bright lights, big city, eh? Being out and […]
Read moreFunky and original outdoor concrete furniture
A sofa and chair so smooth. So sophisticated grey. Inviting you to take a seat. To think they are made from concrete. To me they look like they could fit […]
Read moreReturn of winter
Just when everything was going rather sweet. Lighter by the day. Temperatures normal for the time of the year. Then, oh yes, then, there was return of winter. It all […]
Read moreGardenRoomStyle Moodboard – w9/2023
Spring is here! The days are getting longer, even though in my part of the world the temperatures still have to improve a tad. But things are gearing up for […]
Read moreMosaic planter appeal
I was on the other day about adding decor colour to the garden. Suggesting planters as an ideal way of experimentation. And then voilà, a few days later there where […]
Read moreLarge scale Artscape
The things that just appear. One day saw this large scale artscape being painted down the road from me. A couple of days later it was completed. Just like that […]
Read moreAn infusion of colour
There’s a lot to like about sleek and contemporary garden design. But perhaps sometimes it can lack a bit of va va voom? Perhaps in need of an infusion of […]
Read moreHave joined Tiktok
What a laugh. Moi – aged very old – have joined Tiktok. Who would have thought. Still, moving down those garden paths ain’t nothing but fun and interesting. Even if […]
Read moreMurano glass in da garden.
Been reading about Murano glass over here and Venice over there recently. As I’m also a big fan of using glass in the garden, I thought it appropriate to show […]
Read moreLondon out and about January – 2023
Another visit to London has come to an end. I find that often you don’t have to make special plans. Just walking around (or cycling, faster and covers greater distances) […]
Read moreScenes from the Decorative Fair
The Winter edition of the Decorative Fair 2023 is being held as we speak in Battersea Park, London. If you are after fine vintage/antique interior (and exterior) decor, a good […]
Read moreBook recommendations January 2023
If you are in pursuit of interesting indoor activities, how about reading? Perhaps about the gloriously stunning outdoors that will soon be available to rejoice in? Here are three green […]
Read moreKeeping the green space simple
Somewhere in Sweden there’s a farm. It belongs to relations of mine. The land was once used for practical purposes, such as growing potatoes and other eatables. Not so anymore. […]
Read moreTeste di Moro vases – WOW.
I came across them a few years ago in Málaga, Spain. And I keep seeing them there whenever I go. But Teste di Moro vases (decor) originates from Caltagirone, Sicily, […]
Read moreA happy end to an old year
Well. Seven hours to go before we stare a new year in the face. Promises to make. Promises to keep. But before we take a leap into the unknown, today […]
Read moreGardenRoomStyle Moodboard – w52/2022
The last week of 2022. How fast didn’t that come around? Well, I’m celebrating the end of the year down in the south of Spain. Because of fabulous weather most […]
Read moreBeneficial winter looks
Lush. Is not the right word to describe the current outdoor look in northern Europe. Barren is more like it. Again picking up on yesterday’s topic though. There are still […]
Read moreWinter shows the bare bones of gardens
In the last couple of weeks winter has taken a stranglehold on my part of the world. November was warmer than expected, pay back time came in the first two […]
Read morePastel colours are uplifting for the spirits
Pastel colours are uplifting for the spirits Pastel colours are soft tones of colour made by mixing a significant amount of white into the original shade. They provide a clean, […]
Read moreWintergarden is definitely where it’s at
It was a pretty sight outside this morning. White and winterish. As I discovered early on though doing morning exercise, the grounds were treacherous. Had a few close calls potentially […]
Read moreThe design of a new café
Took a stroll in the city centre of Gothenburg and rather unexpectedly came across an “exhibition” showcasing proposals for the design of a new café. A central green space had […]
Read moreThe world’s tiniest park?
What are gardens and parks for? There’s a book on the subject – a very good one I reckon. Rory Stuart is digging deep into the subject in ‘What are […]
Read moreThe rock wall evolution
Head into rural territory in southern Sweden. The likelihood of coming across rock walls as property enclosures and dividers is high. The land commonly contained (contains?) lots of rock. It […]
Read moreScenes from a national romantic styled park
Where I am November is nicknamed Greyvember. As you might guess that has something to do with the weather. This year, apparently, it’s been greyer than usual. How swell! Miserable […]
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