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Why Outdoor Living Is the Most Valuable Room in Your Home
For many homeowners, the garden used to be something you simply looked at. Today, it’s something you live in. Outdoor spaces have evolved into fully considered extensions of the home. Places where cooking, dining, relaxing and entertaining all happen outside. The most successful gardens are designed in exactly the same way as an interior. The Rise of the Outdoor Room One of the biggest shifts in garden design over the last decade has been the move towards outdoor “rooms”. Ins


Spring Starts with Good Design
As spring begins to settle in and the light shifts, gardens start to feel different, and many homeowners find themselves looking at their outdoor spaces with fresh eyes. The patio that once felt generous suddenly feels cramped.The lawn looks tired after winter. The space doesn’t quite reflect how you want to live outside. Spring often feels like the natural moment to start improving the garden, but in reality, the most successful projects start long before the first plant goe


MRLandscapes Featured in House & Garden’s Slow Living Issue
We’re delighted to share that MRLandscapes is featured in the March issue of House & Garden , within the magazine’s Ready, Steady, Sow feature - a celebration of considered outdoor living and the beauty of gardens as spaces to slow down and reconnect with nature. Set within the wider theme of “Slow Living” , this issue explores a more thoughtful approach to home and garden design, one that prioritises natural materials, seasonal planting and spaces designed to be lived in an


Why February Is the Smartest Time to Start Your Garden Project
As February draws to a close, there’s a noticeable shift in the air. The days are stretching a little longer, the light feels softer, and suddenly spring doesn’t feel quite so far away. For many homeowners, this is the moment they start thinking about their garden again. At MRLandscapes , we see it every year, enquiries rise just as winter begins to loosen its grip. And there’s a reason for that. February isn’t the end of winter. It’s the beginning of planning season and is t


How to Weather-Protect Your Outdoor Space
A beautifully designed garden should be enjoyed in every season, not just at the height of summer. Thoughtful weather protection preserves the structure, planting and finishes of your outdoor space, ensuring it continues to look refined and well cared for year-round. At MRLandscapes, we design gardens with longevity in mind. Here’s how to protect your outdoor space from the elements while maintaining both beauty and function. 1. Protect Planting from Cold, Wind and Frost Wint


How a Professional Garden Design Saves You Money, Time and Stress
Many homeowners underestimate the power of a professionally designed garden, until they discover just how much value it delivers. A garden is more than planting and paving: it’s structure, flow, light, texture, lifestyle and longevity. At MRLandscapes, our design-first approach ensures every garden is beautiful, functional and built to last. Here’s how working with a professional design team actually saves you money , avoids common mistakes , and maximises your investment . 1


Seasonal Garden Reset & Winter Close-Down
As November is here, so it’s the perfect time to refresh your garden and protect it for the months ahead.Our Seasonal Garden Reset and Winter Close-Down service ensures everything is tidy, healthy, and ready to flourish in spring. If you’ve missed a few autumn jobs - no problem. We’ll catch up and get your garden back in shape. November Priorities Now’s the time for: Leaf clearance and final lawn cut (weather permitting) Moss control and hard-surface weeding Bed tidy: rem


Designing with a Sense of Sanctuary
In a world that moves fast, the spaces we create at home should invite us to slow down. At MRLandscapes, we believe the best gardens...


London Rooftop Garden Design: Transforming City Living
There’s something truly magical about stepping out onto a rooftop and finding yourself in a garden oasis above the city. Our latest...


MRLandscapes Featured in Tatler Magazine
We’re delighted to share that MRLandscapes is featured in the October issue of Tatler – a publication synonymous with style, influence,...


Garden Design Trends from This Year’s Flower Shows
Each year, the UK’s leading flower shows offer a glimpse into the future of garden design trends. This year’s themes were particularly...


MRLandscapes September Magazine
Welcome to the September edition of our Monthly Magazine. Watch out for a new issue each month on our website and subscribe via e-mail...


MRLandscapes Featured in House & Garden’s Modern Classics Issue
We’re delighted to share that MRLandscapes is featured in the October issue of House & Garden - the magazine’s renowned Modern Classics...


The Last Days of Summer: From Planning to Planting, Why Winter Is Ideal for Garden Builds
Most people think of summer gardens in full bloom - long evenings, lush borders, BBQs with friends. And while meteorological summer (June...


From Dream to Design: What to Expect When You Work with MRLandscapes
Transforming a garden isn’t just about plants and paving - it’s about creating a space that reflects your lifestyle, your aspirations,...


Planning at the Right Time - A Word from Oscar about MRLandscapes Garden Design & Build
When it comes to creating a garden you’ll love, timing is everything. In our latest video, Founder and Director Oscar Marsland-Roberts...


MRLandscapes August Magazine
Welcome to the August edition of our Monthly Magazine. Watch out for a new issue each month on our website and subscribe via e-mail for a downloadable version .


MRLandscapes Featured in House & Garden Magazine: September Issue
We’re thrilled to be featured once again in House & Garden magazine - this time in their “September issue , celebrating the lingering...


Creating Beautiful & Functional Shaded Areas in Your Garden
In the height of summer, a well-designed shaded area becomes one of the most luxurious features of any garden. Far from being an...


MRL Spotlight: Meet Oscar Marsland-Roberts, Founder & Director of MRLandscapes
Oscar Marsland-Roberts MRL Founder and Director Welcome to the latest edition of our MRL Spotlight Series , where we shine a light on the...
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