The humble pergola has long been considered a classic concept, but who said classic had to be boring…with a little bit of creativity, you can easily pimp your pergola to become an outdoor must-have that will effortlessly boost the overall …
How To Create The Ultimate Outdoor Kitchen
If you are an avid grill master or just love to entertain in your garden, then an outdoor kitchen can do wonders for any backyard space. The best part is, it doesn’t matter if you are short of space or …
How to Create an Indoor/Outdoor Space That’s Fun and Functional
Create an indoor/outdoor space you love. Use these tips to build or re-design your porch or patio so you can enjoy every minute in the sun. You might have a few chairs, maybe you even have a larger sectional that can …
Cape Reed International & Be Lounge Andalucía have joined forces and will bring stylish glamping right to your backyard.
In a time of social distancing and home isolation, taking advantage of nature and the peace and serenity it brings has never been more important – there can be no better escape from reality than a true change of scenery. …
8 Creative Uses For Timber Laths
If you’re looking for an affordable way to add a bit of rustic chic to your garden, look no further than the humble timber laths. Being a natural resource, it is both eco-friendly and sustainable and often less expensive than …
5 Ways To Enclose Your Outdoor Living Space
A covered outdoor living space is a great addition to any garden landscape. These living spaces provide shelter from the elements and are a great way to extend your indoor living environment to the outdoors. Cape Reed International’s creative team …
Low-Maintenance Gardens For Landlords
With the increase in people renting their homes, more and more landlords are entering the real estate investment market, and it’s becoming necessary for property owners to differentiate their offerings from others with more attractive options. After all, the mark …
The Importance of Sustainable Timber
Sustainable timber is regarded as one of the most valuable natural resources available to man, more than 30% of the world’s population rely on what forests can provide – from food to building materials to firewood. With the demand for …
Timber Fencing and Balustrades – The Sustainable Way To Go
When it comes to fencing off your property or parts thereof, timber fencing and balustrades have been the number one go to for ages and it isn’t hard to see why. Apart from being always in style, timber is probably …
Light Your Deck Like a Pro: 6 Tips & Ideas
When thinking about deck lighting, a lot of people consider it to be a finishing touch or an afterthought of deck design. The truth is, if you light up all the right spots on your deck, there’s very little left …
Embracing Sustainable Landscaping For Your Garden Design
A report by Global Green Growth Institute shows environmental degradation costs governments and landowners over $10.6 trillion a year, translating to 17% of the world’s GDP. The natural resources have been overlooked and under-protected, leading to considerable economic and social impacts. Environmental …
Creative Garden Design Ideas For Environmentalists
If you are lucky enough to have a garden, then it should be seen as your opportunity to reduce your carbon footprint through creative, eco-friendly design ideas. For instance, up to 29% of carbon emissions are directly linked to the …
7 Outdoor Ideas To Get Your Home Summer Ready
There can be little doubt that summer is the season when Spain comes alive. Blessed with a lovely climate and an exquisite natural environment, the best part of summer is the time one gets to spend outside. Although there is …
10 Thatched Gazebo Ideas for Your Backyard
A thatched gazebo is a great addition to any garden or landscape. Depending entirely on the purpose you want it to fulfill, the possibilities are virtually endless when it comes to your own private thatched addition. Whether you simply require …
Supercharge your pool bar this summer with these 5 ideas
A pool bar is still one of the best places to cool down on a hot day with temperatures rising rapidly as we enter the hot summer months. Why not make the best of it by spending as much time …
The Benefits of a Thatched Roof
Once used as a popular roofing material because of the readily availability of reeds and straw, the many benefits of a thatched roof contribute to make this form of roofing not only one of the oldest in the world, but …
15 Customized Outdoor Kitchens to Spice Up Your Life
Those among us who have tried it, will tell you that al fresco cooking is much more fun and adventurous than the conventional indoor version we are used to. Especially when the weather is pleasant and warm, dining outside is …
Timber Decking: Why it’s a good idea to invest in one
Timber decking has become a popular alternative to traditional hard terraces and patios. The stylish and warm look can transform a simple backyard into an elegant, modern entertaining area with huge visual appeal and the charm of al fresco living. …
10 Pergola Ideas For Home
The pergola is often overlooked when it comes to adding function, detail or structure to your property. They are extremely versatile, these structures are rarely limited by creative designs or tricky construction areas which make them the perfect asset for …
5 Ways To Glam Up Your Garden
A little bit of creative thinking can go a long way and it doesn’t necessarily have to be expensive. It’s not hard at all to add a bit of glam to your garden. Here are five ways to use timber …
Happiness is a great outdoor living space!
If there’s one place that should be the centre of your happiness, it’s your outdoor living space. As the great Anton Chekhov once said “People don’t notice whether it’s winter or summer when they’re happy”. And it’s true. Few things …