9. Accessorise with pops of colour
“Most gardens are pretty neutral – brown wooden fences, grey patio tiles and so on. Lift the mood by adding colourful cushions to your garden sofa. Indoor cushions are fine – just remember to bring them back inside at the end of the evening.”
10. Stick to a planting colour theme
“If your new contemporary garden furniture inspires you to look again at your entire garden, think about planting that emphasises a bold modern look. Go for an on-trend colour palette of green, brown or grey with cacti, grasses and succulents and avoid traditional floral brights.”
13. Channel lush Ibizan style with vertical canes
“Garden canes are really cheap but they’re a great way to cover a wonky wall or boring garden fence and add texture. Position them in tight rows and fix them to each other and to the fence behind with plastic cable ties. The finished look makes it easy to pretend you're back in Ibiza.”
15. Cluster your planters for greater impact
“If your outside space is a terrace, deck or patio, you might think you need to scatter your planters around the place to increase the feeling of green. Actually, the reverse is true. Garden designers tend to arrange planters in small asymmetric groups to create interesting focal points and deliver maximum impact.”
We hope Lucy’s contemporary garden tips inspire you to great things in the garden. And we’d love to see them. Share your terrace, patio and garden styling ideas on Instagram with #MYFVHOME.
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