This new construction home was in need of a complete landscape design and installation. All details were considered to create intimate spaces as well as a sweeping backyard landscape to compliment the views from the home. The home sits on two lots which allowed it to be built at the desired size. The front yard includes a modern entry courtyard featuring bluestone, decorative gravel and granite sculpture - as well as decorative concrete planters. The backyard has several levels. The upper level is an expanse of lawn with hedging. The middle tier planting softens the poured concrete wall. A steep slope descends to the street below. The homeowners wanted to create access from parking below to the home above, so a series of pavers and granite risers was designed to create a comfortable pathway that also forms the focal point of the backyard. Ecoturf lawn was installed on the slope to minimize the need for water and mowing. Concrete edging deliniates the lawn from the beds where a mixture of evergreen and deciduous plants create year-round interest. The overall result includes modern details and some sweeping curves that draw the eye up to the home from the street below Wiilam Wright Photography

Gartenfassade

AIMZ Architekten

Contemporary Style Wall

katie_shoemaker23

Contemporary Style Wall using Techo-Bloc's Graphix wall.

Wellfleet Rock Wall

Ponderosa Landscaping & Stonework

Sopris Mountain Ranch

Colorado Land Art Studio, Inc.

Michael Brands

Wahl Design and Construction Project

Gravel To Gold, Inc.

A gas fire pit is the centerpiece of this gorgeous stone patio with boulder rockery. Native planting and low voltage lighting compliment the hardscape. Stucco retaining walls, stone fireplace and a modern automated louvered shape pergola offer a more formal contrast to the more naturalistic stone patio.

Lakefront Manor

A. Perry Homes

Rear split-level elevation showcasing the landscape and covered patio

Lake Front Property

A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC

Jamie Young Photography

Prescott Valley Backyard Installation

ZebraScapes LLC

Moderner Hauseingang am Hang

Rinn Beton- und Naturstein

Die optimale Hanglösung. Durch graue Mauern befestigt und mit einem Treppenaufstieg um das Haus herum. Anthrazit farbene Pflastersteine in der Einfahrt.

Silverleaf 1

Pascale Land Design

Natural brick paver walkway leading to the front entrance to this Mediterranean home. Pascale Sucato

Countryside Escape

Hartman Companies, Inc.

Modern Beach House

Space Landscape Designs

A tree Aloe or Aloe barberae built into a raised planter box.

Bare Foot Family Foodscape

Christian Douglas Design, Inc.

Rio Verde Back Yard Renovation

Giardinello Landscape & Design, LLC

Back Yard renovation that included re-grading the existing space and the construction of a decorative, travertine, split - faced retaining wall, custom outdoor kitchen with bartop, travertine patios, custom fire feature, artificial turf and new planters. Colorful, desert plants were added to compliment the yard.

Lake Cottage Landscape

Mark S. Garff, Landscape Architect

A small space was reimagined for clients on Lake Washington by Landscape Architect Mark S. Garff. In this photo a gabion basket wall holds back the steep slope, creating a flat garden area for viewing. A new horizontal board fence adds privacy and creates an intimate seating area at the water's edge. Photos by Mark S. Garff.

Clancy Mountian Home Phase I

Korpi Lawn & Landscape

Blue Garden Design Ideas with a Retaining Wall

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.