Creating intentional garden zones can transform even the simplest outdoor space into a functional, inviting retreat for you and your guests. A single stretch of lawn might offer plenty of room, but without purpose it can quickly feel flat and uninspiring. By dividing your garden into distinct “rooms,” each with a clear function — whether that’s dining, relaxing, playing, or planting — you add structure and interest. The key is to design each zone thoughtfully, ensuring it serves a real purpose in your daily life rather than becoming a space that goes unused.
If you’ve ever wondered what a war zone would look like through rose-colored glasses, photographer Richard Mosse has already asked — and answered — that question with haunting clarity. This week’s Pink Thing of the Day is Sugar Ray (2012), a digital C-print from Mosse’s celebrated and unsettling photographic series The Enclave, which was created in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo using discontinued Kodak Aerochrome infrared film. Continue reading Pink Thing Of The Day: Richard Mosse, Sugar Ray→
We all want our homes to look their absolute best. However, not all upgrades offer benefits beyond aesthetics. What if we told you that some home improvements could enhance your space and lower your energy bills at the same time? By making smart choices in design and materials, you can boost curb appeal while increasing insulation, reducing waste, and creating a more sustainable living environment. Continue reading A Guide to Enhancing Your Home’s Aesthetics and Energy Efficiency→
Tol-Pedn, Penwith, near artist Jonn Tunnard’s home on the Lizard Peninsula, is the most southerly point of the British mainland. Its concrete landmarks appear to have inspired this abstract landscape. Tunnard is said to have turned three somersaults at the opening of his exhibition at Peggy Guggenheim’s London Gallery in 1939. He was among a number of British artists attracted to surrealism between the International Surrealist Exhibition of 1936 and the outbreak of the Second World War, when he served in the Coastguard Cornwall. This homage painting was created in 1942.
