Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Create your own personal green haven, no green fingers required, with Your Outdoor Room. Written by Royal Horticultural Society ambassador and Garden of the Year judge Manoj Malde. With his established garden design expertise, Malde explains how pathways and screens, water features and varied colour palettes have the power to change the look and feel of your garden and make it more comfortable and luxurious. He proves that, whether your garden is big, small or tiny, anyone can build a sanctuary at home.
Discover how to enrich your outdoor space by learning about new styles and themes, including:
- Recycling and upcycling
- Japanese minimalism
- Garden biodiversity
- Sustainability
- Affordability
- Structural harmony
- Proactive maintenance
- Family-friendly compartments
- Waterproof furniture materials
- Mediterranean-style gardening
This simplified guide breaks these down for both the
new and everyday gardener. It provides a detailed look at how fresh ideas and fun concepts can work for you and make your outdoor room perfect for any occasion or time of day Design a space for entertaining, a place to relax and drink a cocktail, or a dedicated area for exercise--in a
courtyard, garden, or on a balcony.
This is the go-to book for anyone who wants to make the most of their limited outdoor space, but perhaps lacks the skills, time, money or experience. With stunning examples from real-life low-maintenance gardens across the UK, never be stuck for ideas or inspiration again.
Synopsis
BBC Your Garden Made Perfect presenter Manoj Malde shows you how to easily make the most of your outdoor space, no matter its size.
Synopsis
BBC's Your Garden Made Perfect presenter and design expert Manoj Malde shows you how to create your own personal outdoor haven, no green fingers or hard work required. In this simple guide, Malde breaks down how to really make the most of the outdoor space you already have, whether it be a small yard, garden, or balcony. With examples from real-life low-maintenance spaces, learn how pathways and screens, water features and color changes have the power to alter its look and feel in a flash.
Find answers to the questions you always wanted to ask, like 'Can my balcony be biodiverse?' and 'What is color harmony?' with this practical and easy-to-follow planning tool. It's never been this easy to create a space that works for you.
Learn how to style your outdoor room with advice on:
- Using budget-friendly recycled materials
- Giving the illusion of more space
- Getting wildlife to come into your garden
- Making it effortlessly sustainable
- Choosing the best materials for different compartments
- Creating a space you and your family will love
Discover how to design a space for entertaining, a place to relax and drink a cocktail, or an area where the family can eat, play, and spend time together. But most importantly, design a garden you can live in. Make
Your Outdoor Room an integral part of your home, without the skills, time, money, or experience.
Synopsis
TV presenter and garden design expert Manoj Malde shows you how to create your own personal outdoor haven. In this easy-to-follow guide, Manoj shows you how to design a garden you will want to live in. Whether you have a small rooftop, large yard, or a new-build 'blank canvas' - every space is unique, and this book will explain how to get the most out of your garden for you and your family. With aspirational examples and designs from real life, low-maintenance spaces and gardens for plants-people; whether you want a garden for entertaining, playing, or practising yoga, Manoj takes you on a step-by-step journey to creating your dream space.
Find answers to the questions you always wanted to ask, like 'How do I design social spaces?' and 'Can I make my yard feel bigger?' with this practical and easy-to-follow planning tool. Learn how to develop a style; introduce zones; use pathways and screens; choose water features, colours and materials to transform the way your garden looks and feels. This comprehensive guide includes advice on:
- Using budget-friendly, beautiful materials;
- Encouraging wildlife to come into your yard;
- Making your space effortlessly sustainable;
- Choosing the perfect plants to complement your style and space;
- and creating a garden you and your family will love.
Discover how to design a space for entertaining, a place to relax and drink a cocktail, or an area where the family can eat, play, and spend time together. But most importantly, design a garden you can live in. Unlock the potential of
Your Outdoor Room, no matter your experience or budget. It's never been this easy to create a space that works for you.