Modern Victorian

Tim Brown Architecture

Casey Fry

Country Farm Houseƒc

a Blade of Grass

Mixed planting bed of evergreens, deciduous trees and shrubs, and perennials.

Lake Bluff Lodge (Completed)

Modern Rustic Homes

Stone path winding from the home along the side to the back yard.

Garden Enclosure

Haver & Skolnick LLC Architects

A fieldstone wall, topped with a mahogany rail fence, provides a garden enclosure and a backdrop for pear espalier. Robert Benson Photography

New Driveway Arbor and Garden Entry

Dorthy Pautz Landscape Architect

A new decomposed driveway was added to the corner lot and redwood fence with double gate in order to shade a parked car and park off street, but also allow the double gate to be opened and the small back yard extended into the large side yard for parties and entertaining.

Star Farm

Lovinger Robertson Landscape Architects

The covered arcade leading to the home's side entry is equipped with an outdoor shower to hose off the products of rural adventuring. Photography by Anne C Godfrey

Utah Valley Parade of Homes Exterior

Titan Homes

This house combines wood siding, distressed brick, natural cedar shakers, board-and-batten and rock for a beautiful unique look. The blue front door adds a pop of color. Along with the landscaping, and paver stone pathways to complete the finished product.

1900's Farm House Remodel

yardscapes Inc.

Custom metal and cedar gate David Kopfmann

Rustic Hillside Retreat

LaneScapes

This project was a steep hillside. An aqueduct-type step-down system was constructed to slow down and retain runoff. There is a drainage system beneath the plantings, stone and mulch.

Modern Portland New Construction - Covered Walkway

Kraft Custom Construction

Built from the ground up on 80 acres outside Dallas, Oregon, this new modern ranch house is a balanced blend of natural and industrial elements. The custom home beautifully combines various materials, unique lines and angles, and attractive finishes throughout. The property owners wanted to create a living space with a strong indoor-outdoor connection. We integrated built-in sky lights, floor-to-ceiling windows and vaulted ceilings to attract ample, natural lighting. The master bathroom is spacious and features an open shower room with soaking tub and natural pebble tiling. There is custom-built cabinetry throughout the home, including extensive closet space, library shelving, and floating side tables in the master bedroom. The home flows easily from one room to the next and features a covered walkway between the garage and house. One of our favorite features in the home is the two-sided fireplace – one side facing the living room and the other facing the outdoor space. In addition to the fireplace, the homeowners can enjoy an outdoor living space including a seating area, in-ground fire pit and soaking tub.

Exterior Handrail with Lambs tongue rail end

Suburban Steel Supply Company

Country style outdoor living space.

White Perennial Garden

User

It is June and the white Astilbe are in full bloom. A field stone wall separates the pea gravel driveway from the lush white themed perennial and shrub garden. We service the NY & NJ areas. http://www.summersetgardens.com/ 845-590-7306.

Vegetable Garden

Red Oak Outdoor Lighting

The client had a unique vegetable garden installed in front of an existing renovated barn. They enjoy viewing the garden from the main house so we highlighted the trellises, assorted trees and a soft wash on the front of the barn. and

Guelph Converted Church

Owen Landscape Architect

Tracy Granger

Lake Bluff Lodge (Completed)

Modern Rustic Homes

Natural stone steps and heavy boulders give the landscaping a rustic look. The entry bridge floats over a dry creek bed of river rocks.

Copake Lake, NY

Philippe Soule Landscape Design

After picture of the other side of the house,

Southwest Fire Pit Seating Area Patio : Landscape Installations

ZebraScapes LLC

Quang

Outdoor shower

Haver & Skolnick LLC Architects

A copper-clad wall is the backdrop for the outdoor shower, set in a jungle of tropical plants. Robert Benson Photography.

Torres Remodel

Adam Jeselnick Architect

Country Side Yard Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Country 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 country 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 Country Garden for Your Home

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