Back Garden
The shabby-chic-leaning designer of this gorgeous outdoor spot has done a few clever things here to create a dining room atmosphere. First off, it’s fairly simple to have a sheltered area like this built. Corrugated plastic roofing is the key ingredient; it can have a transformative effect on a garden. Next up, a shelf on the back wall is given the air of a mantelpiece by having a mirror propped on it, while plants either side imitate ornate wall sconces. A large branch provides support for a decorative hanging that resembles a chandelier, and there’s a rug cosying up the floor. Pot plants on the table – more like indoors than outdoors, where they’re more often on the ground – are a savvy style touch, too
Decking and gravel
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