BBC Gardeners' World

“I want it to be a place that lifts the spirits”

When Mohammed set out to transform his uninspiring back garden in South London, he had an ambitious dream and a long list of requirements. He wanted to create a luxury hotel-style escape straight out of the tropics, but one his whole family could enjoy. It would need a multi-use garden office, plenty of water features and lots of space to relax in. And all of this on a shoestring budget!

Despite a relative lack of experience, Mo rolled up his sleeves and got stuck in, learning how to use design software and how to create

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