The Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show is the must-attend event for anyone interested in cutting-edge Australian landscape design and the latest in outdoor décor. The 2014 show was a runaway success with the calibre of the display gardens particularly high. Some of this country’s leading landscape designers, such as Paul Bangay, Mark Browning and Ian Barker, combined with fast-rising designers, such as Phillip Withers, Peta Donaldson and Ros McCully, to provide show-goers with a tantalising taste of what Australian landscape design has to offer. In this edition, we feature a 30-page special on the award-winning show gardens. Add to this our regular showcase of professionally designed and built landscapes along with our product showcase, where you will find the latest in lighting, furniture and more, and you will have all the information and inspiration you need to get started on that outdoor project you’ve been planning.

To ensure your new outdoor living space will complement your home and meet your family’s needs, now and in the years to come, working with an experienced landscape professional is recommended. That said, the entire process will yield better results if you do a bit of research before you engage a designer or landscape contractor. In our outdoor living feature, we showcase a raft of design ideas and share some expert tips on getting the most out of your new alfresco entertaining area. We follow this with a special look at shading solutions, a necessity if you plan to use your outdoor space when the summer sun is at full force.

In our Landscape Architects & Designers section, we introduce you to some of this country’s finest landscaping professionals and provide a tantalising taste of the diverse gardens they produce. And while good design is imperative, so is the selection of materials, finishes, products and plants that complement the style of your garden while offering quality and longevity. We make that process a little easier with our Alfresco Living section where we showcase an array of products, from lighting to furniture, for the well-dressed garden.

Outdoor Design is one of Australia’s leading outdoor design magazines, showcasing the latest innovative design and construction for outdoor living spaces, bringing the best quality products and professional services in the landscaping industry to gardens all around Australia. Outdoor Design & Living is a bi-annual magazine that features particular lifestyles with outdoor rooms including kitchens, outdoor lighting, water features, sound systems and outdoor theatres, pools and spas, as well as indoor-outdoor furniture.

Welcome to the newly revamped Outdoor Design magazine (formerly Outdoor Design & Living). As well as a fresh new look, Outdoor Design  is one of Australia’s leading outdoor design magazines, showcasing the latest innovative design and construction for outdoor living spaces, bringing the best quality products and professional services in the landscaping industry to gardens all around Australia. Outdoor Design is a bi-annual magazine that features particular lifestyles with outdoor rooms including kitchens, outdoor lighting, water features, sound systems and outdoor theatres, pools and spas, as well as indoor-outdoor furniture.

Outdoor Design & Living is one of Australia’s leading outdoor design magazines, showcasing the latest innovative design and construction for outdoor living spaces, bringing the best quality products and professional services in the landscaping industry to gardens all around Australia. Outdoor Design & Living is a bi-annual magazine that features particular lifestyles with outdoor rooms including kitchens, outdoor lighting, water features, sound systems and outdoor theatres, pools and spas, as well as indoor-outdoor furniture.

Working with a landscape professional is the best way to achieve your dream garden but the process will go more smoothly if you do a bit of research of your own before you engage a designer. In our special “Gardens by design” feature, we take you through all the steps in designing a garden so you will have a better idea of what you want and need before you engage a landscape professional and they’re “on the clock”. Australia has no shortage of landscape designers and contractors capable of transforming the smallest urban site into a lifestyle oasis to taming a steep slope or a rambling estate. In our Designer Landscapes and Meet the Designers sections, we introduce you to some of this country’s finest landscaping professionals and provide a tantalising taste of the diverse gardens they produce. And for those with a pet pooch, we show you how to design a dog-friendly garden.

If you’re planning a new alfresco cooking area or you’re about to invest in a state-of-the-art grill, Outdoor Design & Living’s feature on the latest trends in barbecues and outdoor kitchens will give you plenty of inspiration and arm you with some practical information to help you choose wisely. We also look at woodfired ovens. Woodfired cooking is a time-honoured method but it has undergone a renaissance in recent years as homeowners look for ways to add to the outdoor entertaining experience.  We also take a peek at the newest looks in garden décor, show you how to shade an outdoor entertaining area, share some clever tips for designing a front garden, and explore what is the hottest trend in outdoor design, the garden studio and backyard office. 

Garden making is both an art and a science. To get the balance right you need design expertise, horticultural experience and an understanding of the construction issues involved. The only way to harness the necessary know-how is by calling upon a professional landscape designer and landscape contractor. Outdoor Design & Living showcases the inspiring work being carried out by our home-grown landscape professionals. To show you what can be achieved when you work in collaboration with a professional, we have amassed more than 30 expertly designed and built Australian gardens. The projects cover the gamut of design styles, from contemporary resort-style retreats and modern Japanese landscapes to foliage-filled sanctuaries and quirky suburban gardens. Investing in the services of an experienced landscape designer or landscape contractor is an investment in your future. It will ensure your garden will cater for your family’s lifestyle, now and for many years to come

When you’re short on space at ground level, where do you go? Up on the roof, that’s where — and we show you how to design and furnish a rooftop garden you’ll be proud of. If you’re planning a new outdoor entertaining area or an upgrade of an existing alfresco living space, our feature on the latest design trends will give you plenty of inspiration and arm you with practical information on everything from setting up an outdoor bar to choosing the right lighting and heating. Furniture is an essential element in any outdoor living space, so we delve deep to find out what’s hot and what’s comfy when it comes to lounge and dining furniture. Shade is another integral component and we take a take a peek at the plethora of choices you have to keep family and friends cool when they gather in your new outdoor entertaining area or rooftop retreat. 

For many, an outdoor kitchen is considered crucial, especially if you like to entertain. An outdoor kitchen can be as small and simple or large and lavish as space, lifestyle and budget allow, but there is always a number of things to consider. Do you just want a barbecue or a woodfired oven too? Do you want a sink and a fridge? What about bench and storage space? If you’re seeking ideas, our feature on planning an outdoor kitchen will help. We also take a look at how to choose the right paving, whether for an outdoor entertaining area, a courtyard or a garden path. The choices are plentiful so we provide you with a plethora of inspirational ideas and practical advice. And if you want to see where garden design is heading, check out our show garden roundup from the 2015 Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show.

If decorating your outdoor room, deck or balcony is on your mind, Outdoor Design & Living’s feature on the latest trends in outdoor furniture makes for fascinating reading. Whether it’s an outdoor lounge, dining setting, daybed or garden bench you’re after, we share some of the most up-to-the-minute style secrets to help you on your way to creating a comfortable and beautifully furnished on-trend outdoor living or entertaining area. If you’re seeking innovative ideas to refresh an outdoor space, or create a garden from scratch, our showcase of award-winning garden designs, drawn from around the country, will provide you with a wellspring of inspirational landscape and planting ideas along with a plethora of imaginative solutions for making the most of small spaces. 

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