Creating Privacy In The Garden

An outdoor space, be it a large garden or a tiny roof terrace, should be a refuge from the outside world, somewhere to relax and enjoy peaceful, beautiful surroundings. Unfortunately, for many of us, outdoor privacy is hard to achieve and the close proximity of our neighbours is an inescapable fact of modern life. This imaginative and authoritative guide shows how even the most exposed area can be transformed into a beautiful garden retreat, complete with secret hideaways such as arbours and gazebos.

Common problems for all garden types are discussed and practical, expert advice covers everything you need to know from planning and planting to water features, mirrors, trompe l'oeil and other clever devices to direct and distract the eye. Beautifully illustrated with photographs, drawings and plans, this is the essential guide to creating a garden that both pleases the eye and lifts the spirit.