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How a small tweak in rent negotiations prevents bigger issues later
Graham Wallace
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You’re sat at the kitchen table with a tenancy renewal in front of you, doing that familiar maths in your...
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This raised-bed trend looks modern but breaks proportion in tight spaces
Graham Wallace
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You see it in glossy garden makeovers and new-build courtyards: raised beds lined up like furniture, crisp edges, perfect rectangles....
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The materials for urban gardens in the coming years — and what fails in real life
Graham Wallace
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The first time I understood how much materials & surfaces decide the fate of an urban garden, it wasn’t in...
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Why late-night snacking are changing faster than most people realize
Graham Wallace
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The kitchen light clicks on at 11:47pm and, without thinking, you reach for something that feels “small enough to not...
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This outdoor seating setup looks stylish but kills flexibility for years
Graham Wallace
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Outdoor seating areas are often sold as the finishing touch: a neat paved pad, a built-in bench, a fire pit...
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Why decking fails when structure is ignored — before problems become visible
Graham Wallace
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The first time decking fails, it rarely announces itself with a dramatic snap. It shows up as a faint bounce...
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Experts explain the hidden mistake behind generational habits
Graham Wallace
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People often blame “kids these days” or “how our parents were raised” when habits refuse to change, but of course!...
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Why patios shouldn’t define the whole garden — long before issues appear
Graham Wallace
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It usually starts with a good intention: a tidy set of patios so you can sit outside more often, keep...
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The everyday habit linked to urban trends that adds up over time
Graham Wallace
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The city teaches you to move fast, then quietly invoices you for it later. of course! please provide the text...
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This rebuild saved the garden by removing half the features
Graham Wallace
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The turning point in our messy plot of complete garden renovations wasn’t a fancy pergola or a new patio set,...
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Why narrow plots expose every design lie instantly
Graham Wallace
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Narrow plots make proportion and scale impossible to fake. Whether you’re working on a city infill house, a tight terrace...