We recently sat down with Andrew Bockner, the principal designer of Andrew Richards Designs, an outdoor furniture company, to learn how to get our yards and patios ready for the summer. Here are his eight tips on creating a gorgeous outdoor living space.

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Home Decor

Photography by Roberto Caruso; Crafting by Ottilie Mason

Can't get enough of the bird trend? Neither can we! Here are six fun avian-inspired projects for you to craft yourself

All you need is a small bowl and a couple of bunches of carnations to create a pretty floral arrangement.

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Mother's Day

When it comes to dining outside, a few well-chosen accessories are all you need to make it memorable.

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Summer switch-ups are taking shape all around the home, and we've recently learned of an artisan who is creating spectacular blankets that are the perfect replacement for your winter duvet (and so much more).

Embrace nature's diversity by growing a beautiful garden like botanist Diana Beresford-Kroeger's

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Colour trends in the home. Find out where we're headed...you might be surprised.

Julia Black; Photography by Angus Fergusson

Six easy tips to make your space dual-functioning – with a hidden home office

Eight expert tips on creating a beautiful outdoor living space

Decorate your home with DIY bird-themed accessories and art

Flower arrangement for a Mother's Day breakfast tray

Top ten picnic and outdoor dining accessories

The perfect summer blanket

Six tips on how to create a wild, natural garden

Great paint colours for spring and summer

How to create a stylish workplace in your living room