PLAN THE PERFECT: Patio space
Ideal Home UK
|June 2022
LOOKING TO IMPROVE YOUR OUTSIDE AREA THIS SUMMER? WE ASKED THE EXPERTS TO SHARE THEIR INSIDER TIPS
IN THE ROUND
If you don’t need to seat that many people, a circular table is a great choice as it will fit snugly into a small space. Talland table, £800; Hampstead Scoop chairs, £350 for two, all Garden Trading
MEET THE EXPERTS
VICTORIA WADE, FOUNDER AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT AT VICTORIA WADE
‘It’s the things you don’t see – the excavation and groundworks – that take up your budget, but are so important to get right.’
PIP PROBERT, FOUNDER OF OUTER SPACES, AND DESIGNER ON BBC2’S YOUR GARDEN MADE PERFECT
‘Walk around your garden and find its sweet spots – although being close to the house has many benefits.’
COLIN LINCOLN-EVANS, BUYER AT TILE MOUNTAIN
‘I love to see decorative tiles surrounded by a section of plain tiles to create a focal point for entertaining.’

LOUNGE LOVER
‘Spend money on what brings you most joy,’ says Victoria. Fermob Luxembourg low chair, £388, Made In Design
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