OUTDOOR PLAYGROUNDS Creative play is an essential part of all children’s lives and in an age of iPad’s, TV’s and electronics, encouraging them to get enough “outside time” can sometimes be a challenge. Cubby Houses & Sand Pits Cubby houses come in endless shapes and sizes from realistic tiny homes to a contemporary design that complements the main home. Their …
Fencing options for your outdoor space Glass Advantages: the evolution of glass fencing has seen it become sleek and elegant with most appearing to be floating anchored with two insignificant footing for each frame. Usually used for pool areas and gardens, it provides uncompromising views and outlooks. Disadvantages: The sleek and elegant appearance does come at a cost and requires …
We talk to Cosh Living about considerations and trends for outdoor living pieces; Could you describe what the word “flow” means to you and how this can be incorporated between the internal and external living spaces? I think of flow as referring to how an overall space is connected across indoor & outdoor. A home should be considered as one …
A Succulent bowl can be a stylish design feature for your front entry or even your indoor living space. These plants are drought tolerant, easy to care for and provide a colourful, contemporary aesthetic throughout the year. Succulent bowls are also extremely functional as you can move them around if you want to change your home’s look or if your …
Creating a path way that instantly evokes interest and a feel for adventure without making the space feel displeasing or cramped, can be a daunting thought for many. Organic blue stone steppers could be the answer as their fun yet sophisticated in form and a functional way to link destinations within the garden in an exciting manner. This simple and …
In Western Australia, we are lucky enough to live in one of the most versatile climates, meaning, for most of the year we can spend time enjoying the outdoors. So, whether you just want to “chuck a few snags on the barbie” or cook up a gourmet feast for family and friends, your outdoor cooking space needs to be cleverly …
Why Tile your Pool? Fully tiling a pool is certainly regarded as the premium finish for concrete pools. Traditionally associated with high-end building projects, tiled pools have become more affordable and offer savings when considering the lifetime value of the product. Tiles are extremely durable as well as offering almost limitless design choices. They look fantastic, are easy to …
Coastal living can make you feel like you’re on holiday every day. For creating a relaxed tranquil garden that works with the coastal conditions consider the following when planning your outdoor space. Planting When planting near the ocean the choice of species becomes noticeably different to those a few kilometres inland. Knowing the characteristics of each species will give …
The frangipani tree is one of our favourites here at TDL. Their minimal root structure and lush foliage allows them to work well in most areas that receive sunlight. Size The frangipani’s location will determine the size of tree that is needed. If it is required as a stand-alone feature then the scale of the tree would be larger than …
TDL speaks to Garden Gurus and explains the importance of mulching.
