Ryan Associates Landscape Architecture & Planning

A granite-edged peastone driveway with granite block detail provides an elegant entry. By carefully framing views and clearly defining spaces for entertaining and arrival, Ryan Associates achieved a feeling of spaciousness and privacy within the very narrow bounds of this property. Site and circulation challenges were addressed by purposefully delineating paving patterns, planting design, and changes in elevation to define and separate the spaces and their uses. The signature feature, an oval lawn, is set off by a stunning grove of birch trees and a ramped grass path with granite steps – the focal point for an upper bluestone terrace overlooking the space.

Chelsea House Reinvention

buildburo Ltd

Remodelling the garden to incorporate different levels allowed us to create a living wall of steps, creating the illusion of depth from inside the house

Modern Courtyard

Unique Landscapes Ltd

Decks, Patios, and Walkways

Outer Image Design

Mill Court

Charles Louwerse Architects

Emma Farquhar Photography

Cedar Lattice Fence Panels

AVO Fence & Supply

What a Beautiful Border for this lovely back yard! The cedar lattice work provides a strong barrier to keep people safe, privacy from the neighbors, and allows the breezes to flow free.

A Kitchen Garden in Chester

Christine Darnell Gardens

Sweet Autumn Clematis adorns the fence of the Kitchen Garden, and lends a sweet fragrance to the area in the fall months. Christine Darnell Gardens

Water Feature

Arroyo Seco Construction

The Courtyard

sticks and stones Landscape Design

Peninsula Garden

Landscaping Plus Plus

japanese garden

Dedham Residence

a Blade of Grass

View out the brick and bluestone walkway to the chip seal driveway.

Dedham Residence

a Blade of Grass

Cobble apron and chip seal driveway leading to the carriage house.

Thigpen Residence

Chris Corbett Design

Neil Michael - Axiom Photography

Courtyard of period cottage, Rye

Cornus Garden Design

This lovely old red brick wall was too good to waste so iron pot holders were sourced and now carry clay pots with a range of useful herbs, just a step from the kitchen door.

modern entry walkway

REMARK

The owners of this traditional ranch home in an established neighborhood wanted an update to their landscape to create a more usable and modern space in keeping with the recent interior renovations. This entry courtyard provides a much needed walkway to the front door from the driveway as well as providing additional gathering space and seating to enjoy the new native garden.

Courtyard Entrance

Forte Building Group, LLC

Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio

Van Zelst Inc

Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan

Small Spaces

Outside Space

Anna Todd Photography

Paver Driveways

The Legacy Paver Group

This driveway is a custom blend of three different colors of cobble-style pavers. We love the sleek curves. Installation by The Legacy Paver Group. Design by Hayley Johnson

Melville courtyards

Cultivart Landscape Design

ron tan

Courtyard 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.