01 / RECLAIMED SPACE
From rotten shed to suntrap
Taking down an old, rotten shed opened up a little corner of the garden that had been hidden away. A few simple touches made it the perfect spot to enjoy a coffee in the morning sun.
Before
AfterMade better, bit by bit.
A beautiful outdoor space doesn’t need a big budget. This Garden has been a gradual labour of love — removing what wasn’t working, reusing materials wherever possible, and making one thoughtful improvement at a time. Nothing happened overnight, and very little involved starting from scratch.
BeforeAfter02 / SIMPLE UPGRADES
A more colourful side path
Giving a functional side passage a new lease of life with a colourful, hand-stencilled pathway, while replacing an old shed and smoking shelter with practical storage that fits neatly into the space without blocking the natural light.
Before
After03 / REUSE & MAKE
Seating made from pallets
Rather than investing in expensive garden furniture, a generous outdoor sectional was built from reclaimed timber pallets, then stained and finished with thick cushions to create a comfortable seating area.
Mid-project
Finished resultReal spaces. Real budgets. Thoughtful DIY, using what we have and improving things as we go.