Gardening
Room with a view – turning your garden space into the great outdoors
A designer’s eye is a great asset when it comes to bringing an outdoor space from drab to dramatic – particularly if you plan to host guests. Here, four garden and landscape designers share their thoughts on creating a functional and aesthetically pleasing area in which to entertain
Shane Murphy, lavenderlandscapes.ie
Shane Murphy is a garden designer based in Ovens, Co Cork who founded Lavender Landscapes in 2004. His philosophy is longevity – from the products he uses to the plants he chooses, with a focus on quality workmanship.
“Since the pandemic, especially, people are realising that they can be outside in this country,” says Murphy. “Even a small roofed area can let us enjoy our gardens in October. I often put that ...
