Our clients dogs are waiting for the rest of the family to join them for some summer fun. Westhauser Photography

Arts and Crafts Woodland Home Gardens, Phoenixville

Donald Pell - Gardens

BEFORE

Contemporary Gardine

Seed Studio Landscape Design

images by: Travis Rhoads Photography

Curvilínea

Bianchi Design

Kirk Bianchi created the design for this residential resort next to a desert preserve. The overhang of the homes patio suggested a pool with a sweeping curve shape. Kirk positioned a raised vanishing edge pool to work with the ascending terrain and to also capture the reflections of the scenery behind. The fire pit and bbq areas are situated to capture the best views of the superstition mountains, framed by the architectural pergola that creates a window to the vista beyond. A raised glass tile spa, capturing the colors of the desert context, serves as a jewel and centerpiece for the outdoor living space.

Front Yard Stone Wall

C&H Landscaping

Mid Century Modern Renovation

Bergeron Custom Homes, LLC

Contemporary Family Retreat & Sport Court

Ground One Landscape Design + Build

This visually simple, modern solution is unique within its suburban context, and gives this family the custom landscape of their dreams. The homeowners’ wish list included a modern design and clearly defined spaces: a larger dining patio, firepit patio, hot tub, and a 4-season sport court (which gets flooded for ice hockey in the winter). Circulation and screening were key in Ground One’s landscape design. A sport court could overwhelm the entire backyard, so it was raised three feet above the primary backyard to physically separate different spaces, and minimize its visual impact. Rectangular bluestone in a running bond pattern was used in all the gathering spaces (dining, firepit, hot tub). Bluestone walls reinforce a simple material palette. A larger dining patio was installed near the house for greater entertaining flexibility. Plank paver paths connect to a private hot tub area and allow kids to don hockey gear and enter the sport court without messing up the house. The firepit patio is at the back of the property, nestled into the existing hillside under a large oak and below the sport court terrace. Plantings reinforce the geometry of each gathering space, provide focal points, and create layers of screening and separation from any given vantage point. Hardy species were selected for their low-maintenance requirements and various seasons of interest. Landscape lighting was incorporated to provide way finding between the patios, accent various hardscape elements, and highlight the trees.

Troon Arizona Landscape (Scottsdale, AZ)

Pascale Land Design

A relaxing, lush and extraordinary courtyard.

Deer Grass Court

Shoreline Architecture & Design

Breath taking views were incorporated in this amazing fire pit. The use of the indigenous material is key to the nature and feel. Kevin Meechan

Sunken Lakeside Fire Pit

ELM Garden Design

Raised fieldstone fire pit with bluestone caps Photo: Eustacia Marsales

Tahoe Back Yard Lake View

Carol Faccinetti Interior Design

using natural granite stone for the steps and fire pit

Lakeside landscape

Salmon Falls Nursery & Landscaping

George Barker

SC 3

Jon Eric Christner ARCHITECT INC.

Great Room Courtyard - General Contractor: Forte Estate Homes photo by Aidin Foster

Bellevue Pool and Backyard Landscape Lighting

Environmental Construction, Inc.

Seattle area Landscaper, Environmental Construction Inc., re-defines landscaping with beautiful pools, an interesting new fire pit design, and state-of-the-art outdoor lighting. The pool and poolside landscaping was designed as a backyard retreat for relaxation, exercise, and entertaining.

Inside Out

Ketron Custom Builders

Outdoor Living

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

Water feature

Magnolia Landscape and Design Co.

Firepit patio with pondless waterfall.

North Georgia Log Cabin

Alan Clark Architects, LLC

Alan Phillip Clark Architects, LLC

The LaSalle Home

Mitch Wise Design,Inc.

Kelly Avenson

Orinda Residence 4

Thuilot Associates

Garden Design Ideas with a Fire Feature and with a Gate

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.