The Courtyard

Conscious Environments Inc.

Cottesloe Residence - Courtyard

DGK Architects

The courtyard of the house was based off the old industrial marine boatyards, with exposed brickwork and small square glazed panels. Over the generations, they were often patched and repaired with different glass panels, resulting in variance in colour and transparency. The steel framed doors open into the sunken courtyard that not only allowed for privacy but giving opportunity to create intrigue by way of light and shadow, dimension, and reflection - through lighting, materiality, wall openings and a water feature. – DGK Architects

AFTER Photo - Side Garden Reversed View

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After photo. There is a marked difference in this small side garden now! What was once a rather nondescript area with "filler" greenery has now become an inviting walk through a lush tropical setting. Adding more to this small space actually gives the impression that the area is much larger than before. Natural Blue stone pavers from Stone Garden, NC. Photo credit: Matthew Erwin

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GARDEN CONCEPTS

GArden concepts

Makamah House

Hoffman Grayson Architects LLP

On this narrow site, the only place for a basketball court was the front yard. A subtle pattern in the pavers establishes key markings.

Beach Style Garden

RHS Tatton Flower Show 2019

Artisan Landscapes

Retaining wall and paver patio on the beach

Yardworks, Inc.

Sound front property in need of an updated retaining wall system, patios and stairs down to the dock

Reilley

Verdant Enterprises

This was a beautiful landscape and hardscape renovation to bring more native plantings into the landscape and to create a better pedestrian flow around the space.

The Courtyard

Conscious Environments Inc.

Contemporary Beach Front Garden

Brett Maloney Landscapes, LLC

Pergola with planter creates a perfect garden hideaway. Assorted annuals and perennials create all season color around this entry area. Photo by Landscape Artist: Brett D. Maloney.

La Jolla Prospect Water Features

Nature Designs Landscaping

This beautiful water feature re-design & remodel was for our client's gorgeous home perched on the cliffs of La Jolla, CA. We redesigned & upgraded the existing water system, removed the leaking and dated stream, installed a new natural garden stream (focused on highlighting the 3 granite cored fountains and the tumbling waterfalls), installed new drainage, irrigation, planting & landscape lighting, as well as flagstone "bridges" for the water feature to cross under existing walkways.

Sculpture detail

Everett Garden Designs

Cronulla NSW - Coastal Landscape Design

SITEDESIGN+STUDIOS

Coastal courtyard garden

jarmanmurphy

Edmonds english garden

Washington Landscape and Design LLC

Gary Ward

Perennials

Creative Design Landscaping

La Jolla Prospect Water Features

Nature Designs Landscaping

Construction d'une maison sur l'île d'oléron

Harmonie Construction & Rénovation

Agencement d'un jardin extérieur avec une terrasse en bois qui accueil un spa gonflable et qui permet de profiter pleinement de soleil et de pouvoir se d'étendre. La douche extérieur est idéale pour ce rafraichir ou ce nettoyer au retour de la plage.

Beach Style Courtyard Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Beach Style Gardens on Houzz

A lot of the time when you get home from a long day at work, all you want to do is wind down. Where better to do this than in your very own beach style garden at home? If you do it right, a great garden design can send you right into holiday mode. But where to start? There’s so many styles to choose from when it comes to garden design. Whether you want to create a tropical, modern, contemporary, beach style or country garden - or something else entirely - the large garden image gallery on Houzz has got you covered. Get inspired and collect your ideas to narrow down your desired garden style and features.

How to Create a Beach Style Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a beach style garden and if it’s appropriate for your climate. You may want to consider adding a deck or other landscaping features, but the plants you choose will mostly dictate your style and what kind of ongoing maintenance is required. Don’t worry if your backyard isn’t very spacious - there are many plants that can thrive even in a small space and allow you to turn your space into a little paradise of your own, regardless of size.

Decide which plants to use

The greenery you choose is critical to your look. For example, if you’re trying to create a tropical garden palm trees and bamboo are your go-to options. Other popular options are golden cane palm trees and fern for ground cover. From there you can add some colour with bright flowers like frangipani, hibiscus or bromeliads. All these are actually quite hardy plants, so once established, your tropical garden is actually quite easy to maintain. Use this structure and apply it to your style. Research which plants you need to set your base for a beach style garden and go from there.

Add some decor

If the plants don’t quite do it for you yet, or if you want to add some extra wow-factor, consider adding some extra features. Even if you can’t accommodate a swimming pool, hot tub or pond, you could look at smaller water features. Simple rocks can also have a great effect, while statues and gnomes will add some extra character. Don’t forget to add some furniture so you have a nice place to sit and enjoy your garden!

Need some help?

Once you know what you want your garden to look like, it may be hard to make it a reality on your own. If that is the case for you, consider consulting a professional to help you with your beach style garden design. Every photo you find on Houzz will lead you to the local pro that did the job, so you won’t have a problem picking the perfect person to help! Whether you need a gardener in Brisbane, a landscape architect in Melbourne or a fireplace installer in Sydney, you can be sure to find one on Houzz.