b'old plum tree is a natural focal point and often used to shade outdoor activitiesDecking: Kwilaand family parties. The shell path at the rear of the garden also doubles as a petanque court.The pair are still in the planning stages planting-wise, but its likely theyll use predominantly natives. Two black ferns at the back of the section are particularly special to the familythey were gifts to mark the births of eachResene of their daughters. And rather than having wooden fencing on all threeTeasides, they wanted to soften the edges. They planted Griselinia hedgingBeaded childs toy: down one boundary and along the rear fence, so the lawn resembles aCraneldslarge enclosed courtyard.Ceramic bowl, wooden bowl and cutlery: Stylists The paints for the exterior of the house were chosen to complement the newownoutdoorroom.ThecouplechoseReseneNapawithReseneBlanconthe windowsills. Other accents include Resene Tea, Resene Joanna and ReseneResene Periglacial Blue. The result is a transitional villa that retains many of its old-worldPeriglacial Bluecharms, but for Kylie and Andrew it is perfect for 21st century living. Hurricane lantern, bird bath: Maytime MarketingResene JoannaTable runner, wine glasses, napkins, bowls: NestCushions, vase: Madder & RougeResene NapaGet the exterior look with Resene Sonyx 101 tinted to Resene Napa complemented by Resene Lustacryl tinted to Resene Blanc on windowsills.Resene ParachuteResene Red Red Redon the following pages, alternative ideas for thisnd two alternative garden on pages 90-93 style suggestions| 89'