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When we talk about outdoor décor we often think of the bigger items. We think of tables, chairs, outdoor bars, the arrangement of the furniture, and so on. However, what really gives your space a more personal feel are the small touches and unique accessories you add. You could have the same furniture but create a totally different feel with your own personal taste in accessories.

France is a country rich with history. Steeped in fine wines, sophisticated cuisine, exquisite art, and world-famous fashion, France carries an air of class and rich culture. Millions visit each year to see famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Palace of Versailles, and Lyons Roman Theatre. What is perhaps less well known, is that France is home to some of the most beautiful gardens in the world.

As we’ve mentioned before, the trend of outdoor living spaces that are an extension of your indoor space are still vastly popular. The focus is on comfort and creating a style which could easily mimic an indoor lounge or bar area, or even a kitchen. Along with this indoor/outdoor feel comes a whole range of new and exciting outdoor décor options. We are proud to stock just such a décor item: An environmentally friendly rug which can be used indoors or outdoors.

As a new year kicks off so do the trends - with the Pantone colour of the year and plenty of advice on what is making waves this season. Outdoor living is no exception as we see a continued shift in attitude towards outdoor spaces. As your outdoor living area becomes an extension of your indoor space, let’s have a look at some of the biggest trends this year.

Gardening is a great hobby and is becoming increasingly popular as the world focusses on green initiatives and methods of self-sustainment. However, with populations growing and living spaces becoming smaller, gardens are often a luxury that many cannot afford; this is why vertical gardening is fast becoming the new way to add some lush green into your living space.

Autumn is slowly sneaking up on us, with a slight chill creeping into the air and the trees preparing to create a multi-coloured wonderland of autumn leaves. Along with the change of the season comes a change in the delicious meals we can cook up and the seasonal fruit and vegetables available to us.

Autumn is here! And so are the upcoming school holidays. As a fellow parent I sympathise with having kids home for nearly three weeks and either having your toddlers climbing the walls or your older kids saying “I’m boooored!” 100 times a day.

The Carmen range is made up of carefully selected pieces which you can buy as a set, or individually so that you have the freedom of mixing and matching to create your very own, unique outdoor living area.

With rising awareness, the world is slowly progressing to greener methods from solar power to indigenous gardens and organic food. It is by no means impossible to make your home a greener place and today we’re looking into natural swimming pools. Natural swimming pools are slowly taking over from the traditional chemical filled pools, not only as a healthier alternative for the earth itself, but also for our own health and wellbeing.

Setting up an outdoor space can mean careful planning; creating something that is suitable for the outdoors yet comfortable enough to be an extension of your indoor space. A vital component of setting up your outdoor space is side tables.

Solar lighting, a hot new word in the “go green” movement, is taking over outdoor living spaces with their low carbon footprint, stylish new designs, range of colours, and their hassle free approach to lighting up your garden and patio.

Did you know that the word ‘café’ is the name of a tiny cup of strong, black coffee – often called an espresso (un express) but also known as café noir, un petit noir, and un café simple. Did you also know that French Cafés are the ultimate in outdoor dining experiences?