I have a small herb garden, just outside my kitchen, which I am very proud of. Thyme, Basil and Oregano are just a few of the plants I have successfully managed to grow, and which are now being pruned and added to various pasta recipes and different sauces.

You can imagine my surprise when I first saw Eethuis – a vertical garden containing an actual house with living walls and roof packed with delicious vegetables, fruits, herbs and edible flowers. It is both a house and a garden which attracts visitors to taste, touch, harvest, weed, sow and smell. Continue reading →

Any nice weather is always a good reason for a tasty barbeque. Urban living is usually done in small apartments, however, this doesn’t mean you need to give up on your BBQ. The Hot-Pot BBQ, from Black+Blum, is the best solution for any small space terrace – It’s a BBQ and herb-garden in one!

It looks like a terracotta pot, but conceals a BBQ grill underneath. Grow your herbs on the top to season the food you cook on the grill. Made from stainless steel with carry box made from unbleached recycled cardboard, it is the ideal BBQ set for city style rooftops and terraces. Things are not always as they seem, this one is no different – under cover. Continue reading →

Home decor could challenge you in many aspects. But there’s nothing more challenging than furniture. The Dwell/Rapson Lounge Chair is that unique chair that any house should have, that special item that is not part of a set but stands out on its own, presenting its exceptional character and presence.

This modern lounge chair comes in a stainless steel or satin black powder-coated steel frame. It’s rare for a nearly transparent design to have such presence; however, this chair has the right balance between mesh and steel. This is a seat that suits both indoor and outdoor; it suits almost any room with its class, elegance and style, and most importantly it suits you. Continue reading →

Outdoor spaces are always a must, whether you live in an urban apartment or a country home. A place to unwind and relax with a good book or entertain family and friends on special occasions and weekends.

A small and cozy patio or a spacious wooden deck, romantic or modern – the options are limitless. For example, this beautiful backyard, designed by Robert Hursthouse, offers three different types of entertaining areas depending on the weather – a gathering spot around the fire pit, a deck for sunny afternoons and an enclosed gazebo. If you’re looking for ideas and inspiration for your outdoor areas, keep on reading and feast your eyes on these marvelous designs. Continue reading →

Australian horticulturalist and award-winning landscape designer, Jamie Durie turned his Los-Angeles backyard into a dreamy retreat with a contemporary touch. He created several distinct outdoor rooms for entertaining, dining, sleeping and bathing, surrounding a 12-by-30-foot swimming pool. Continue reading →

The Viento chair is designed with Italian aesthetic and makes for styled entertaining, both indoors and outdoors. I have a dining room table that comfortably sits eight people and most of the time this is sufficient. When I invite my friends over for dinner I can expand it to sit twelve. I also have another set of table and chairs that are weatherproof because in the summer I like to entertain outdoors.

Up till now I have been using three types of chairs: eight regular dining room chairs, four folding chairs, that I keep in storage, and some more chairs that are suitable for outside. Ever since I bought the Viento chairs I have solved one of my biggest problems – space. Continue reading →

Just to look at it, when upright, the Spun Chair doesn’t seem to be made for comfortable sitting. However, after leaning it on its side and fitting into it you surprisingly enjoy the playful movement of this rotating low chair.

Ergonomically, the seat, back and arms of the chair are all the same profile. When you tilt it on its side and sit in it you can easily rock from side to side and once you feel more comfortable and daring you can even spin round in a complete circle. The Spun Chair playfully rocks the classic approach to chair design. Continue reading →

Chair 6 is a good old fashioned indoor/outdoor rocking chair with a modern twist – perfect for lounging on the front porch, enjoying a cool evening breeze and each other’s company. No TV, no internet, no computer – Step out of the rat-race and take a break to appreciate a simple, delightful conversation with your loved ones just like old times. Continue reading →

Nature is magical. We don’t always pay attention, we take it for granted, and forget to stop and look around. But once we do, we soon discover just how miraculous is nature; the shape, color, and scent of trees and flowers, and the way everything is a tiny part of this overall being – simply amazing. Now, you have the chance to enjoy nature from your backyard with the revolutionary PlantCam timelapse camera. Continue reading →

It’s summer. The days are long, the weather is warm and all we want is to enjoy a nice evening on our porch. That was exactly what I was looking for when I saw this beautiful outdoor fan and I knew I found the perfect solution.

First and foremost, the Monticello is not just a fan, it’s also a light with a clear water glass fixture using three bulbs; the five wooden blades stem from the motor at a 14 degree pitch for optimum movement of air; a plentiful walnut finish defines the smooth flowing lines of the motor housing; and the final result says it all – this fan brights up the balcony with its light and soft atmosphere and mellows you out with its breeze. Continue reading →