Sunshine, heat and electricity...

Here we are in the midst of summer with August ahead of us and the juggle is real for those out there with kids and jobs! I hope you are all getting some R&R in though and grabbing the sun filled days whenever you can?

There is a joy to outdoor living that just can't be replicated inside and so today's blog unashamedly shares some beautiful garden items to make your space divine, your hosting spectacular and your summer evenings blissful.

Back in the real world I am working with a number of clients refurbishing their homes or helping with renovations and electrics pops up as a worry point for everyone.

It’s one of the most overlooked parts of a renovation — yet it’s the thing that can make or break how your space feels and functions day-to-day.

I’ve pulled together a room-by-room checklist to help you plan all your lighting and electrical needs before the walls go back up. It’s practical, stylish, and designed to make sure you don’t miss a single detail — from stair lights and robot vacuum stations to sockets for festive decs (yes, even those!).

✅ What kind of lighting do you actually need in each room?

✅ Where should sockets really go so they work for real life?

✅ What clever features should you wire in now (even if you’re not ready to install them yet)?

It’s all in there.

👉 [Click here to download the free checklist PDF]

(Trust me — future you will be very grateful.)

So as we are manifesting an Indian Summer then let's keep pushing for that outdoor joy. I have rounded up some of my favourite high street buys at great prices for you all. Enjoy

It's all about the sardines and lemons this summer. Loving this cute serving bowl from H&M Home

La Redoute are bringing the Mediterranean joy to tables with their Olympe tableware here. Loving the edgier black with the yellow on this set of 4 earthenware plates.

Just adore this set of napkins from West Elm with embroidered little sardines on. Too cute. I want to add them to the pile of tablecloths and napkins for special occasions.

Super cute portable and rechargeable lamps are everywhere now and are fabulous for when the days are shortening but the evenings are still warm. Loving this colourful Epinay one for a dash of warmth

I've had some of these Nordlux Sponge to Go lights for a few years now as they were some of the first available on the market. They are so robust, look elegant and can work indoor and out. Can't beat them!

For the glow up and for some ambience then I am loving these shape lights from The Glow Company. I can see them dotted around a garden or patio of an evening adding to the fun.

These cute drinks coolers are perfect for the beach or the garden to keep your drinks cool when laid out relaxing. There's loads of options out there but I liked the seafoam colour of these Uberstar ones particularly.

Add a shot of colour and comfort with this gorgeous summery indoor/outdoor rug from Rugvista too.

For the ultimate garden experience I am dying to get myself a projector for the garden and this little one from Gear Tech is on offer and has built in bluetooth too. Perfect for a movie night under the stars.

So that is me for August and I shall be continuing my life/work balance juggles and aiming to make it to the beach as often as I can. I hope your days are filled with bbq's, family, friends and fun and see you in September for the back to reality check!

If you are planning on any updates in Autumn and need some support then do get in touch as I am getting booked up fast this end and would love to be able to help if I can.