IN THE ROUND
If you don’t need to seat that many people, a circular table is a great choice as it will fit snugly into a small space. Talland table, £800; Hampstead Scoop chairs, £350 for two, all Garden Trading
MEET THE EXPERTS
VICTORIA WADE, FOUNDER AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT AT VICTORIA WADE
‘It’s the things you don’t see – the excavation and groundworks – that take up your budget, but are so important to get right.’
PIP PROBERT, FOUNDER OF OUTER SPACES, AND DESIGNER ON BBC2’S YOUR GARDEN MADE PERFECT
‘Walk around your garden and find its sweet spots – although being close to the house has many benefits.’
COLIN LINCOLN-EVANS, BUYER AT TILE MOUNTAIN
‘I love to see decorative tiles surrounded by a section of plain tiles to create a focal point for entertaining.’
LOUNGE LOVER
‘Spend money on what brings you most joy,’ says Victoria. Fermob Luxembourg low chair, £388, Made In Design
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Maximise Outdoor Dining Space - If your outside eating area is a little cramped, follow these tricks to make the most of what you do have
If your outside eating area is a little cramped, follow these tricks to make the most of what you do have. We asked a host of garden experts to share their top tips on making the most of a small space, whether you're hosting friends and family for a special occasion, relaxing at the end of the day or enjoying your morning coffee.
hometruths
KELVIN AND LIZ FLETCHER GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH THEIR HOME
Fresh & delicious
Chicken traybake with garlic & cherry tomatoes
NATURAL habitat
KERRY HARRIS' EAST LONDON HOME IS A LESSON IN BLURRING THE BOUNDARY BETWEEN INSIDE AND OUT
"WE AREN'T traditional"
RACHAEL AND ALEX'S RELAXED FUNCTIONAL HOME IS A BLEND OF VICTORIAN ARCHITECTURE, MID-CENTURY MODERN AND PALM SPRINGS SHADES
GROWING up
ARCHITECT ROB AND WIFE EMMA HAVE TRANSFORMED A 1970S HOUSE, GIVING.THEM MORE SPACE FOR THEIR FAMILY
The shortlist PARASOLS
Create a cool spot with these dazzling sunshades
Weekend decorator
CLEVER TRICKS TO MINI DECOR PROJECTS... WE ROUND UP THE SIMPLEST, QUICKEST WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE BEAUTIFUL NOW
The shortlist PICNICWARE
Everything you need for the perfect spread
PLAN THE PERFECT - Outdoor living room
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR GARDEN BY CREATING A DEDICATED SPACE FOR RELAXATION, SAY OUR EXPERTS
