Sideyard graded tier of the slope for the kids to have a safe play area. Showing: *An area dedicated to the kids surrounded by Synthetic Turf for safety. *A structural wall with stucco to match the house, and Travertine Stone that are used throughout the property. *Rock retaining walls on the upper slope with drought tolerant planting that are great for erosion control.

Slope Serenity: Elevated Outdoor Oasis with Hillside Pool

Elemental Design Group

Corten steel clad retaining walls with travertine caps. Dymondea ground cover accents. Patio is porcelain tile.

DIY laser cut fence featuring faux shou sugi ban wood panels

Ai Jaedee

Securing my fence line with a DIY fence using laser cut panels from Bunnings. Future driveway access planned along here which gets full afternoon sun.

Enchanted Haven: Elevating Outdoor Living

Peabody Landscape Group

Featuring an elegant wood decking paired with a contemporary stainless steel cable rail system. Natural stone raised garden beds infuse an organic essence, harmoniously contrasting the refined blue stone patio. Anchoring the design is a chic metal roof pavilion, lending both shade and style.

Modern outdoor entertainer in Carmel Valley

Jesse York, Landscape Designer

Welcome to the ultimate backyard, where the interior effortlessly merges with the exterior through wide panoramic glass doors, and where material transitions are subtly concealed. Centered in this vast space is a sizable pool complemented by a water wall, making it the centerpiece of the area. Designed for entertainment and enjoyment, this space features a spacious outdoor kitchen, a covered area for watching TV by the pool, a bocce ball court with a custom horseshoe backstop, and as night falls, a snug fire pit ideally situated on the canyon's brink.

Modern Decorative Fence With Automatic Gate

Clear Construct Ltd

The fence is modern due to the use of materials such as concrete covered with decorative render and painted with AcraTex, along with black aluminum panels. The presence of ornaments at the top of the pillars and spherical light bulbs connected to a power source adds an impressive decorative element. This is a European design, providing a unique elegance. The description suggests that the fence can be considered one with unique and diverse architectural elements.

Wurtulla - Sunshine Coast

Horte Couture

Going Native in Bel Air

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

A wild, native spirit radiates out from within the structured lines and angles of the hardscape - softened by a lush and biodiverse selection of California native plants in a velvety palette of soft silvery grays, greens, and purples with the occasional pop of yellow and orange.

Mattrissa Ridge Makeover

Gardner/Fox Associates, Inc

Tropical Poolside in Swanson

Cameron Building Solutions Auckland

Thriving tropical greenery borders the pool and helps to provide privacy without impeding the view.

Donabate

JEArchitecture

Patio space to rear

Mid-Century Ranch Makeover

Native Edge Landscape

Detail shot of Backyard

Gartenzimmer

C.J.Wiegand Lebenswerte Gärten und Freiräume

Saguaro Grove

AFT Construction

El Dorado Hills - Serrano Complete Landscape

Luxury Outdoor Living, Inc.

Raised vegetable boxes were designed on the south side for maximum sun exposure with a hillside behind it designed as a fruit orchard space. Walkways around the house with accenting gravel beds that capture drainage creates easy access and a contemporary style.

East Village Rooftop Terrace

Iris Kaplow Landscapes, Inc.

Private rooftop space utilized for lounging and entertaining in this converted factory loft. Built-in planters utilize the most of this space while giving it a refined, polished look. Ceramic and terra cotta pots were added to warm up the area and give it a sense of whimsicality. Both evergreen and deciduous plants were used for variety, with a beautiful Japanese maple as a stand alone focal point. Classic outdoor furniture gives a sense of formality in this versatile space.

Amherstburg Front yard

lilydesign

This new beach front home on a shallow sloping lot provided the architectural bones to draw from. The front landscape brief was a coordinating space with curb appeal that could also double as an enclosed lawn area for their dog. Low custom metal fencing provides the enclosure and adding a layer of horizontal interest. Stone & concrete retaining walls mimic the house materials for continuity. In the rear - custom metal screens and corten planters provide privacy and detail and keep the focus on the beautiful lake view.

Topanga Canyon Hideaway

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

The custom concrete bench was designed to nestle into the hillside. Sitting in the dappled shades of the majestic Liquidambar is a lesson in tranquility.

Luxurious Brentwood Home

Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.

Herb garden

Hardscape & Landscape - Amazing Design | Build

EMC General Contractors

Full Sun Garden Design Ideas with a Metal Fence

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.