[Advertisement – this is a paid partnership with Carl Hansen & Søn, but all words and opinions are my own] It's that time of year when many of us start to think about getting our gardens, terraces or balconies ready for the warmer months ahead, and today I'm excited to share some inspiration for minimalist outdoor furniture in collaboration with Carl Hansen & Søn . . .
21 of the best minimalist outdoor sofas & lounge chairs
Summer may still be a way off, but long lead times mean that if you're thinking about treating yourself to some new garden furniture this year, it's best to order sooner rather than later. So, I've put together a selection of 21 of the best outdoor lounge chairs and sofas for lazy sun-drenched days and balmy alfresco evenings. There's an array of styles, sizes and price points . . .
Minimalist garden inspiration from Design Of + top garden-design tips
I've long been a fan of Swedish brand Design Of. Founded by Johanna Haglund (whose beautiful new-build house I featured last year), it began life in 2014 and makes sleek solid-steel furniture and accessories for the home and garden. Not only are its pieces a minimalist's dream, they're also highly durable and very versatile - the kind of things you can invest in knowing they really will last for . . .
Creating an alfresco lounge with Cane-line outdoor furniture
[Advertisement - this is part of an ongoing partnership with Cane-line, but all words and opinions are my own] Well, our garden makeover has had to go on hold - partly because the current situation means we can't track down the materials we need, and partly because our roof has started leaking and so the budget is going to have to be reallocated to fixing that instead. But I'm incredibly . . .
Six places to source minimalist garden furniture
The long Easter weekend is a great opportunity to start getting your garden ready for summer, especially with the weather forecast looking as promising as it does at the moment. For me, the most inviting and useable gardens are those which work like outdoor rooms, with places to dine, unwind and gather with family and friends, and as always I tend to be drawn towards simple, understated and . . .