HOME & GARDENW
hether you’re saving your
pennies or avoiding the
extra CO2 you’d
contribute to by flying, staying in
the UK for your summer holiday is
never a bad idea.
If you love to cook and entertain,
go a step further than the regular
BBQs that grace most English
gardens. A show-stopping corner
kitchen built using durable outdoor
materials will provide a unique area
to congregate. A few ideas for what to
include are: a pizza oven; a bar with
seating; a hut for storage—and to
hide from any unfortunate weather
turns—and a good old-fashioned
grill. Decorations that abide by a
rustic, natural theme will look
delightful. If you opt to style with
some colour, look to your garden’s106 • JULY 2019flower colour-palette for inspiration.
Water and fire are two essential
elements during the summer
months. Water to cool you down
while the sun beams, and fire to
warm you up as the night air cools.
Consider adding a central feature
such as a natural swimming pool,
using a fresh spring water source—it
doesn’t need chlorine and the
upkeep is minimal when built. If
you’d rather not commit to a hole in
the ground, a tasteful paddling pool
never goes amiss. As for the fire, a
simple stand-alone firepit to gather
around will bring bags of joy.
Soak up your new sunny space
with friends, family or in solitude.
And rejoice knowing that any money
invested into your outdoor sanctuary
will be enjoyed for years to come. nWho needs to voyage abroad when you
have a blissful summer paradise right
outside your back door? Jessica Summers
explores the merits of a holiday at homeA Staycation Garden