A west-facing space with evening sun has so much potential. ☀️ If this were mine, I’d create a small garden room with a louvred roof—open to enjoy the sunshine and closed when the weather turns. I’d replace the window with French doors, connecting the hallway to a welcoming outdoor space. Add a couple of heat lamps, comfortable seating and warm lighting, and you’ve got a quiet corner for a daytime read that takes on a whole new feel in the evening. Sometimes, the best way to improve your home is to rethink the space you already have. Think before you spend, and subscribe for more ideas. #GardenRoom #OutdoorLiving #GardenDesign #LouvredRoof #OutdoorSpaces #GardenInspiration #OutdoorKitchen #OutdoorKitchenDesign #Pergola #LouvredPergola #GardenRooms #OutdoorLivingSpace #PatioDesign #GardenMakeover #SmallGardenIdeas #GardenSeating #OutdoorLighting #FrenchDoors #WestFacingGarden #EveningSun #CosyGarden #IndoorOutdoorLiving #HomeImprovement #HomeDesign #ThinkBeforeYouSpend

# THRIVES BY THE SEA 🌊 | Best Coastal Plant for Wind, Sun & Ocean Gardens 🌊 **ATLANTIC OCEAN. PACIFIC OCEAN. STRONG WINDS. SALT SPRAY. FULL SUN.** Looking for a beautiful, hardy, low-maintenance plant that can survive tough coastal conditions? Meet **Armeria maritima (Sea Thrift)**, also known as Sea Pink — one of my favourite plants for exposed seaside gardens! Filmed along Ireland's spectacular Wild Atlantic Way, this little coastal plant is perfectly suited to gardens exposed to strong winds, salty sea air, sunshine and poor, free-draining soils. 🇮🇪 **IRELAND & UK:** Perfect for coastal gardens along the Wild Atlantic Way, County Clare, Galway, Kerry, Cork, Donegal, Cornwall, Devon, Wales and Scotland. 🇺🇸 **UNITED STATES:** A fantastic option to consider for suitable coastal gardens along the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, including Maine, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Long Island, New Jersey, the Carolinas, California, Oregon and Washington. 🌎 **COASTAL GARDENING WORLDWIDE:** Whether you're gardening beside the Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Irish Sea or North Sea, choosing plants adapted to your local conditions is essential. 🌸 Beautiful pink pom-pom flowers ☀️ Loves full sunshine 🌬️ Tolerates exposed, windy conditions 🌊 Naturally adapted to coastal environments 🌱 Thrives in poor, well-drained soils ✂️ Deadheading can encourage further flowering 🐝 Attractive to pollinators 🏡 Ideal for rock gardens, coastal borders, gravel gardens and small outdoor spaces The secret to successful coastal gardening isn't spending more money. It's choosing the right plants for your climate, soil, exposure and location. I'm an Irish outdoor advisor sharing practical gardening knowledge, planting ideas, landscaping advice and ways to make better decisions about your outdoor space — wherever you live. **Think before you spend and follow for more!** 🇮🇪 GreenTouch Outdoor Advisory | Ireland #CoastalGardening #ArmeriaMaritima #SeaThrift #CoastalPlants #AmericanGardens #USGardening #IrishGardens #AtlanticOcean #PacificCoast #SeasideGarden #WindTolerantPlants #SaltTolerantPlants #FullSunPlants #LowMaintenanceGarden #GardenDesign #LandscapingIdeas #WildAtlanticWay #GardeningTips #Shorts

🇮🇪 **LISCANNOR STONE | IRELAND'S NATURAL STONE HERITAGE** Ireland has some of the most beautiful natural stone in the world, and Liscannor stone from County Clare is a fantastic example! I'm down on Ireland's stunning west coast, visiting Lahinch and Liscannor, exploring this beautiful Irish stone and how it's used in traditional buildings, gardens and outdoor spaces. 🪨 **WHAT MAKES LISCANNOR STONE SPECIAL?** Liscannor stone is known for its distinctive fossil markings, natural textures, durability and timeless character. Across Ireland, you'll find it used for: 🇮🇪 Natural stone paving and patios 🇮🇪 Garden walls and stone walling 🇮🇪 Exterior and interior cladding 🇮🇪 Natural stone cobbles and pathways 🇮🇪 Traditional Irish pubs and shop floors 🇮🇪 Fireplaces, countertops and tabletops It's a beautiful material that brings character to both traditional Irish properties and modern garden designs. **WHY IMPORT STONE WHEN WE HAVE BEAUTIFUL NATURAL MATERIALS HERE IN IRELAND?** Whether you're building a new home, renovating an old property or planning a garden makeover, it's worth exploring the natural stone available here in Ireland before looking overseas. At **GreenTouch Outdoor Advisory**, I help homeowners make better decisions about garden design, landscaping, planting, materials and outdoor projects before spending their hard-earned money. 📍 Filmed in Lahinch, Clahane and Liscannor, County Clare, along Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way. 🌍 Based in Ireland, sharing practical outdoor advice and inspiration for homeowners in Ireland and beyond. **Think before you spend and follow for more!** #LiscannorStone #IrishNaturalStone #Ireland #IrishStone #CountyClare #WildAtlanticWay #GardenDesign #LandscapingIreland #NaturalStonePaving #StoneCladding #StoneWalling #IrishGardens #GardenMakeover #OutdoorLiving #IrishArchitecture #GreenTouch #OutdoorAdvisory #BarryMurphy #Landscaping #GardenIdeas

🌿 **WEST OF IRELAND SELF-BUILDS** Building or just completed your self-build and wondering what to do with your outdoor space when the budget is tight? **That's where I can help!** From garden layouts and planting advice to reviewing contractor quotes, planning your driveway and deciding what you can tackle yourself. You might have excess topsoil or subsoil that could be reused rather than paying thousands to remove it. Or leftover building materials, blocks and fieldstone that could become fantastic garden features. Choosing the right plants for your location, soil and climate now can also save you from costly mistakes later. **You don't need a finished garden straight away.** Sometimes all you need is a practical entrance, a presentable outdoor space and a plan that allows you to develop your garden as finances improve. Whether you're going DIY, using contractors or a bit of both, I'll help you make the right decisions now so you're not ripping everything out in a few years. 💻 **I also offer online video consultations and phone consultations**, where we can discuss your project, review your plans and potentially save you thousands of euro in unnecessary costs. 📩 **DM me to discuss your project.** **Think before you spend, and follow for more!** 🌿 #BarryMurphy #GreenTouchOutdoorAdvisory #OutdoorAdvisory #TheOutdoorConsultant #GardenConsultant #LandscapeConsultant #Ireland #WestOfIreland #WesternIreland #IrishHomes #IrishSelfBuild #SelfBuildIreland #SelfBuild #SelfBuildJourney #NewBuildIreland #NewBuildHomes #NewHomeowners #DreamHome #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #Mortgage #HomeBuilding #HouseBuilding #BuildingOnABudget #BudgetFriendly #BudgetGardening #BudgetLandscaping #GardenPlanning #GardenDesign #LandscapeDesign #OutdoorDesign #OutdoorLiving #OutdoorSpaces #GardenTransformation #GardenMakeover #DIYGarden #DIYLandscaping #LandscapingTips #GardeningTips #PlantingDesign #PlantSelection #RightPlantRightPlace #LowMaintenanceGarden #SustainableLandscaping #GardenIdeas #DrivewayDesign #FrontGardenIdeas #BackyardDesign #BackyardMakeover #BackyardIdeas #AmericanBackyards #AmericanHomes #USALandscaping #AmericanLand