Alfresco dining and entertaining are a delight, and more Australians are embracing the trend of adding outdoor kitchens to their homes. If you’re looking to make the most of your outdoor space this autumn, here are five tips to help you create the ultimate outdoor kitchen.

When considering garden design ideas for your property, think about the visual impact of color. Color is the first thing we notice in a garden. Our other senses may be stirred by the scent of frangipani or the sound of water trickling in the background, but our immediate response is usually to the colors around us.

The porch sets up the feel and styling of the home, expressing your personality and offering a welcoming atmosphere to visitors. The tone you set at the front door should flow seamlessly through your home and out onto your roofed patios. Create the perfect hub for welcoming family and friends with these awe-inspiring design ideas that ooze style and comfort.

Who doesn't love a pool? Cool and refreshing during the warm weather months, pools are a natural focal point and gathering place for family and friends. But while pools are great for lounging and playing, they aren’t always the most aesthetically pleasing features in a yard. A plain concrete slab can be as uncomfortable to look at as it is to walk on with bare feet.

Round, square, small, large, classic, or creative – the options for pots and planters are endless, whether used alone or as part of a container garden.