Dark garden walls

Small-space garden designers on Instagram: “The use of trees (in this case ginkgo trees) as living garden sculptures. The dark fence highlights this effect more. Image via…”

Dark colors for exteriors are back in style and they are increasingly cropping up as a backdrop for gardens and patios. The dark background does something magical to whatever is placed in front o…

Here’s a post from Apartment Therapy LA’s Grace, who merged her musical choices with some of her favourite outdoor spaces: Now that the temperatures are rising and it’s warm enough to venture outside, it’s time to dedicate a few songs to some outdoor spaces that we find particularly inspiring.

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Hey All. What are your thoughts on painting an old brick veneer house (late 70/s early 80's I think)? I'm thinking of painting it with a light greyish colour. Seen that a few times and it looks good and modern. I just don't like the old brown brick. I've been googling how to paint and have come a...

Cinder blocks may used as the material for load-bearing walls or in the foundation of a house, but their sturdy, heavy composition and stackable design also make them usable in many DIY projects around the house. Look at this humdrum building material in a new light by checking out these 13 smart uses for cinder blocks.

Colorful Outdoor Wall Clock Keep time in style with a large, colorful outdoor wall clock. Its sunburst design makes a vibrant statement on any patio wall, especially in the bright mid-morning light. Not only functional, it serves as a focal point, adding a splash of color and whimsy.

Dark dramatic interiors are very much the trend in 2015, and outdoor spaces are following suit. Black walls ground a space, and encourages other any colors in proximity to really stand out. Bright, sunlit spaces can handle all the darkness, and become cozier instead of claustrophobic. Embrace these moody surroundings, and absorb all the drama.

The countdown to Christmas has truly begun! Our weekends are starting to fill up with social soirees involving Christmas cocktails and mulled wine. (Head over to Rock My Family today for some festive fashion). The turkey’s on order and I’m wondering whether I can get away with serving up a Hotel Chocolat yule log instead ...

A garden of of small herbs and vines creates a fan of green as the plants creep up the outside walls. What at first seems to be a stark use of artificially dark wood reveals itself to be unironically natural: a soothing and woodsy backdrop for this home in the bustling city.

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Fence painted in Farrow and Ball Downpipe. Works beautifully as a backdrop to greenery and lavender

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