Jason P's Pro Dunk Gold Basketball System on a 30x25 in Colorado Spring, CO

Jason says, "The neighbor kids saw his hoop and play at his house all the time." He is pleased that the easy height adjustment is great. The hoop is installed on his 30 feet wide and 25 feet deep concrete slab in the backyard of his Colorado Spring, Colorado residence. This is a Pro Dunk Gold Basketball System that was purchased in October of 2012. It was installed on a 30 ft wide by a 25 ft deep playing area in Colorado Spring, CO. Browse all of Jason P's photos navigate to: http://www.produnkhoops.com/photos/albums/jason-30x25-pro-dunk-gold-basketball-system-593/

Paradise Valley 3

Pascale Land Design

A long curved driveway and winding walkway adorned with artificial sod lead to the porte-cochere of this magnificent home in Paradise Valley. Groupings of plants with boulders are in the center island and in the planters on either side.

Pond to Patio Conversion

Landscape Management Group

AFTER

Farmhouse Garden

Phil Hirst Garden Design

Hillside landscape and front yard

User

Native Landscape Design Coastal Vacation Property

Kimberly Mercurio Landscape Architecture

Queen Anne's Lace located on the Little Sippewisset Marsh on Cape Cod in West Falmouth. The home overlooks Buzzards Bay.

Japanischer Garten Kronach

Naturform Jethro Machacek

Koiteich mit Granitfelsen gestaltet im japanischen Stil. Buchs-Kugeln Ahorne und ein Juniperus als Bonsai geschnitten prägen die Teich-Ränder.

outdoor designs

De La Paz Masonry

Rigo Lua

Isla Vista, CA, Santa Barbara County, Del Playa Mediterranean Residence

Dennis Thompson Architect

Nicole Yvette Canegata

Residential Landscaping

Tucker & Associates

Sam Smead

Plunge Pool | No-Mow Forest Backyard | Inver Grove Heights, MN

Southview Design

No yard is too small for a pool. This “plunge pool,” is fed by a waterfall and is perfect for lounging, staying cool, and listening to the sounds of the woods to relax. A plunge pool is a small, shallow pool built for the purpose of lounging, wading, and cooling off instead of for swimming and exercising. Some homeowners prefer them because of their lower costs to build, smaller sizes, easier maintenance, and reduced water requirements. Photography by John Wiese

Rooftop Retreat

Landscape Design West, LLC

Low water high impact patio garden landscape. Colorful succulents and plants that attract hummingbirds. Night lighting created a magical effect in this rooftop garden. Hardscape using concrete with floating deck and steps. Corten planters and steel cable handrail create a secure barrier while keeping views open and airy. Tucson city view from the Catalina Foothills.

Front Yard Progress

Designing Inside Out

To give a fresh look to the home, the brick was rendered in a light soft colour with the roof resprayed in a darker charcoal colour for contrast and to match the new driveway. New glass balustrade was added with a new white garage door to match with the painted window frames. New plants were added to the tired rockery and an olivie is used for a hardy feature tree.

Blairgowrie Coastal Home & Landscape

Acre

Stunning contemporary coastal home which saw native emotive plants soften the homes masculine form and help connect it to it's laid back beachside setting. We designed everything externally including the outdoor kitchen, pool & spa. Architecture by Planned Living Architects Construction by Powda Constructions Photography by Derek Swalwell

2015 St George Parade of Homes

Norton Luxury Homes

Negron Residence

Promise Path Landscaping Inc

In-ground fire pit with low voltage lights a good way to enjoy beautiful sunset with an amazing view. Zack Benson Photography

Landscaping Services | Design & Build

Roots Landscaping Corp.

Poolside Paradise

Land Design Associates, Inc.

You won’t be disappointed to have a staycation at this beautiful Wellesley property. The homeowner came to us looking to completely overhaul their blank-slate property into a pool paradise. Our team creatively worked to design the pool area and the outcome was a truly special place to swim and relax. The pool is the centerpiece of this backyard, it is a sleek design that seamlessly integrates into the landscape. It’s surrounded by a bluestone coping and a large patio made of Cambridge Pavers. The steps and retaining wall at the end of the pool are beautifully veneered with Berkshire natural stone. The stonework really tops off the hardscape, providing an appealing contrast to the paver patio material. There are two features that really set this pool apart – the pool fountain jets and the automatic cover. The homeowner wanted “fountains like the Bellagio.” We worked with Environmental Pools to make that dream a reality. It was a tough decision to opt either for an infinity edge or an automatic cover for the pool, the homeowner eventually decided that it would be a better investment to have the automatic pool cover. With the push of a button, the cover goes from totally hidden to completely covering the pool for safety and keeping any leaves or dirt getting into the water. Clients often comment on how happy they are with their automatic pool covers. Automatic covers drastically reduce the time necessary to clean and maintain the pool, leaving them more time to simply enjoy and unwind outside. Next to the pool is a wood-burning fire pit, a perfect place to sit and hang out and maybe even have a S’more in between cannonballs into the deep end. A row of lounge chairs ensures that everyone’s got a place to relax and soak in the sun. As the homeowners have young kids it was essential to save a large amount of space for a beautifully manicured lawn. Whether you’re looking to throw a frisbee, play some cornhole, or kick a soccer ball there is more than enough room for activities.

Del Mar Escape

Cross Construction Inc.

TThis Del Mar outdoor oasis was designed by SJS Studios Inc. and built by Cross Construction. It showcases a custom built-in teak bench that surrounds a custom concrete / teak table that can transform into a firepit at night. The built-in grill integrates teak with terrazzo countertops that have a waterfall edge and beautiful custom tiles that give the space a unique and coastal vibe. The Annsacks tile is installed in the custom bench pulling the whole space seamlessly together. The trash enclosure features custom teak work with a copper lid and hardware that will patina over time. This amazing outdoor space, features quality craftsmanship and maximizes every corner to provide the homeowners with not only an outdoor coastal oasis but a functioning outdoor area to lounge and host gatherings both throughout the day and night.

Residential Oasis - Water feature, waterfall, pergolas and more

Nature's Expressions

Waterfeature in winter

Blue Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by 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 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 Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a 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 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 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.