You may not know it, but there’s an extra room in your house… the garden. Watch our podcast brought to you by home décor guru Alison Cork and get inspired to bring the design flair you have inside, outside.
Contemporary and simple, this look is all about natural colours, structural elements and clean shapes that bring a calming vibe to your garden.
It’s oh-so English and romantic. The country look is all about comfort, softness and lazy summer days. Think cotton, soft whites and tea rose pink.
Loud, fun and upbeat, this look is summer incarnate.Bright plastics, potted palms and rattan come together to make your garden party central.
When going for a Zen theme, less is more. Avoid clutter and keep colours and shapes simple.
Give old garden furniture a new life by covering in bright bed linens or comfy throws.
Candles and lanterns make the mood. Use bright colours for a tropical theme and pastels for a traditional country look.
Remember, gardens aren’t meant to be perfect. A little chipped paint or a few randomly placed plants only adds character, so relax and enjoy it!
Cushions aren’t just pretty to look at, scatter them around the garden to create impromptu seats for your guests.
Head over to TK Maxx where you can find gorgeous outdoor living accessories for up to 60% less. You’ll find everything from ceramic and contemporary serviceware, metal bistro tables and summer cushions to melanine picnic sets, posh hampers and funky patterned outdoor dinner and drinksware.
With prices starting from £2.99, you can enjoy a little luxury for less and turn your garden into an outdoor paradise, so get ready to bust out the blender.
Alison Cork is a journalist and TV presenter, known for her weekly columns in the Daily Telegraph and Evening Standard, and appearances on programmes such as ITV's Home in the Country and 60 Minute Makeover.