Lifestyle

Garden Art Guide

Imagine a garden where nature’s beauty harmonizes with human creativity. A place where you can explore, contemplate, revel in whimsy or admire the tapestry of culture and nature. All of this is possible with thoughtfully curated pieces of garden art. Sculpture or sundial, bench or fountain, artwork enriches your outdoor space and invites you to engage in your surroundings in a more meaningful way.

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Designing your Mediterranean Paradise

At Mashamba, we believe that life is better outdoors. Not only does this core value guide us personally, it’s at the heart of all our garden and terrace designs. We aren’t just about creating beautiful spaces, we want to help people live their best lives outside in nature.

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How to Hire a Gardener

While garden maintenance isn’t the most glamorous of topics, we here at Mashamba argue it’s probably the most important.  

Over the years we’ve witnessed all manner of garden care– from top-notch spectacular to heart-breaking neglect – and it all proves one thing. No matter how much you love our design or how gorgeous it looks newly planted, your garden will only be as beautiful as the level of its care. 

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A home I never want to leave

Nestled high in the hills of Mallorca lies the picturesque and private retreat of a Northern European family of four. Drawn to its breathtaking views and untapped potential, they purchased the second home as a sanctuary away from the bustle of their everyday lives, a place they could spend quality family time together.

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Embracing Cacti in your Mediterranean Garden

What is your vision of a Mediterranean garden? For most it’s probably vibrant bougainvillaea, lavender fields and olive trees. But what about cacti and succulents? Before you get all prickly, there’s good reasons why these plants are being increasingly embraced in Mediterranean landscapes. 

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The Artful Garden

explore, contemplate, revel in whimsy or celebrate the tapestry of culture and nature. All of this is possible with thoughtfully selected and placed pieces of art in your garden. Sculpture or sundial, bench or fountain, artwork enriches your outdoor space and invites you to engage in your surroundings in a more meaningful way.

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