Natural basalt wall, planted with fern and roses.

multiple decks, one that wraps around the upper level. One one of the middle level and one on the floor level. cable railing with stairs. Composite decking by Timbertech. Job built by Masterdecks.

Mission Valley Update

Marilyn's Dreamscapes L.L.C.

This area had sinking stepstones that were removed and replaced with gravel and concrete steppers. Many roses and new succulents were added.

Guilford Ocean Front Residence

Christensen Landscape Services

Kuratau Feature Home, Taupo

David Reid Homes

Landscaping has been carefully planned with low-maintenance in mind at the holiday home, promising easy care gardens.

Strandfeeling im Bergischen Land

BECKER Garten- und Landschaftsbau Meisterbetrieb

Strandkorb auf einer Stellfläche aus Kies und Muscheln. Die Fläche ist bepflanzt mit trockentauglichen Gräsern und Geranium. Die Terrassierung im Hintergrund besteht aus Gabionen mit Grauwackefüllung und einer Pflanzung aus Bambus.

Fairfield

Robidoux Landscaping Inc.

Diana

Brookside Landscape Design

Custom built-in BBQ with concrete counter and poured concrete pavers to maximize usability in small space. Photo Credit: Brett J. Hilton

Silver Sanctuary

Outdoor Living LLC

Golf Green

Living Shoreline

Austin Ganim Landscape Design, LLC

A view across the beach area, the newly installed living shoreline sill walls protect the newly planted cordgrass. This coastal project was design to protect the sand dune separating Long Island Sound from the adjacent Saltmarsh.

Xeriscape Garden, Jungle Forest Garden, Vegetable Garden & Subtropical Garden

Roland Oehme Landscape Architecture

This is an urban single family home situated on a narrow lot that is about 1/8 of an acre and is only 2 blocks from the Pacific Ocean. I designed a completely new garden and installed everything along with the client’s help. The garden I designed consisted of an ornamental grass garden, a xeriscape garden with decomposed granite mounds, fruit trees and shrubs located throughout, a jungle forest garden, and raised brick vegetable beds in the rear. Previously, there was a wood deck covering almost the entire property that was removed by the owner. We installed root guard around all of the walkways. I installed the raised brick vegetable beds and walkways around the vegetable beds. Many of the plants were chosen to provide food and habitat for pollinators as well. Dozens of fruiting plants were located in the garden. So, it is called the “Garden of Eatin”. Landscape design and photo by Roland Oehme

Camino Capistrano 1 - Dana Point

South Pointe Construction

Private Garden

Northern Outdoor Lighting LLC

A Meandering Stone Pathway in a Beautiful Secret Garden in Cohasset, MA

Fitzpatrick Residence

Verdant Enterprises

11900 NE Country Club Rd

Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

Cape Cod Home Chatham, Massachusetts

Kimberly Mercurio Landscape Architecture

A Daylilly field was planted along the roadway leading to this coastal New England beach cottage. A clipped privet hedge is planted between the summer blooming flowers and the wild plants on abutting properties.

Saugatuck Island

Barbara Wilson Landscape Architect, LLC

Photos taken by Barbara Wilson, RLA A small residential, seaside property located on Saugatuck Island in Wesport was rebuilt after devastating damage by a hurricane. All that remained from the original property was the pool and pool terrace. The house was raised approximately 5 feet to meet new FEMA codes and rebuilt under the design team of the owner, a well-known interior designer. Barbara was part of the landscape architectural team that helped create a sense of place for the new house. The landscape design included the addition of new walls and steps to the front door, new custom fencing surrounding the pool, an outdoor shower, landscape lighting, a custom fountain in the back yard, a sandbox (used as a relief area for the dog) and all new plantings. She coordinating obtaining bids and then supervised installation of the project.

AFTER Photo - Side Yard

User

This after photo shows what a tremendous difference a walkway can make. The path leads around the house to the back gate. Photo credit: Killian Marcellin

Jerusalem Rd Cohasset

Fabrizio Construction llc

New stone walls with native stone from the yard found during excavation, red cedar pergola in the background.

Mahogany Island #4

Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.

Our client contracted us to design and build a functional and interesting water front project that had to be family friendly!! They wanted a cozy fire pit area that also contained a 3 piece natural rock bubbler. They also wanted a spa area with lounger space for sunbathing as well as a beach area for sandcastles and beach toy storage. No expense was spared with a custom pergola, natural rock retaining and steps as well as landscape lighting and well placed trees and shrubs. Concrete edge and aggregate beds make for a low maintenance dream yard!!

Beach Style Side Yard 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.