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Understanding Aqua&Verd: The Basics Every Property Owner Should Know
Hearth & Home

Understanding Aqua&Verd: The Basics Every Property Owner Should Know

For property owners, transforming an outdoor area into a functional and beautiful living space is a significant investment. Aqua&Verd is a landscape architecture and exterior construction studio based in Palmela, Portuga…

Sponsored by Aqua&Verd·November 10, 2026
Making the Most of Your Outdoor Space: Landscaping Ideas for Yarrabilba Homes
Hearth & Home

Making the Most of Your Outdoor Space: Landscaping Ideas for Yarrabilba Homes

This article offers landscaping ideas for Yarrabilba homes, focusing on thoughtful planning to transform outdoor spaces into welcoming and functional areas. It emphasizes understanding household use and essential upgrades before focusing on decorative features to achieve the best results.

Sponsored by Yarrabilba Landscaping & Maintenance·November 3, 2026
Editorial illustration for Stone, Water, Plants: How Traditional Japanese Gardens Distill Nature into Tranquility
Hearth & Home

Stone, Water, Plants: How Traditional Japanese Gardens Distill Nature into Tranquility

Traditional Japanese gardens distill nature into tranquil spaces using three core elements: stone, water, and plants. Arranged according to principles like miniaturization and seasonality, these gardens aim to inspire calm, renewal, and contemplation by expressing nature's essence.

Aisha Bakri·October 22, 2026
Editorial illustration for Hill, Stone, and Path: Understanding Japan's Three Traditional Garden Styles
Hearth & Home

Hill, Stone, and Path: Understanding Japan's Three Traditional Garden Styles

Explore the three primary traditional Japanese garden styles: Tsukiyama (hill gardens), Karesansui (dry gardens), and Chaniwa (tea gardens). Understand their historical evolution, distinct design elements, and unique philosophical purposes.

Chloe Dubois·October 6, 2026
Award-winning garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show designed by Sarah Eberle, showcasing lush greenery and vibrant flowers under golden hour light.
Artisans & Craft

Sarah Eberle wins RHS Chelsea Garden of the Year

At 71, Sarah Eberle was 'thrilled to bits' after her garden not only won a Gold medal but was also crowned the RHS Chelsea Garden of the Year, adding to her record-breaking collection of accolades, ac

Ikaika Kalua·May 20, 2026