Gardens for the Soul: Sustainable and Stylish Outdoor Spaces

(Hardback)

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Gardens for the Soul shows how a sustainable and eco-friendly ethos can be at the heart of creating a beautiful garden, whatever its location or size.

There are a multitude of different ways in which we use our outside spaces, and in Gardens for the Soul Sara Bird and Dan Duchars explore ways to create and style a haven that will suit your lifestyle. Day Dreamers seek solitude and a therapeutic experience, and Home Harvesters use their garden space to grow flowers or fruit and veg; while Garden Partiers put their outside space to work as an entertaining zone for friends and family and Great Escapers aim to recreate a chilled holiday vibe at home.Sara and Dan visit real-life gardens that fall into these categories, from tiny patios to larger spaces, to glean ideas, tips and inspiration. With a focus on sustainability and reclaimed materials, there are suggestions for choosing garden elements, from dcor to lighting to furniture and accessories, as well as easy craft projects that add quirky personal touches.

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If youre looking for ideas to make your garden a more eco-friendly space, this book encourages you to think about how your choices impact your own landscape and the world beyond your garden. Whether you crave a serene urban oasis, cottagecore escape, or place to entertain friends and family, the photos show whimsical gardens of every size and use- Veranda.com

Author Bio

Sara Birdis a stylist, art director, writer, and speaker, producing photography shoots, features and workshops for the interiors industry. She was previously Decorating Editor forIdeal Homeand is Contributing Editor forCountry Homes & Interiors.Dan Ducharsisa respected interiors and lifestyle photographer who brings many years experience as well as a fresh eye to every project. Together, Sara and Dan are content creators The CONTENTed Nest, devising and producing inspiring images and stories for a number of prestigious clients.