Lake Forest Mosaic House designed by prominent American architect Henry Ives Cobb, in 1882. Grounds designed and constructed by Arrow Land+Structures, in 2016.

Wappingers Falls Poolscape

Randazzo's Landscaping Inc.

Del Mar Natural Modern Landscape

Revolution Landscape

Naturalistic meadow with feather grass and lavender and bocce ball court.

Bare Foot Family Foodscape

Christian Douglas Design, Inc.

My Landscaping Work

Dave Ryan Landscaping Nantucket

My Landscaping Work

Dave Ryan Landscaping Nantucket

Overhill Project - Roland Park

European Landscapes & Design

NYC Suburb: Family-Friendly Elegance

Julie Moir Messervy Design Studio (JMMDS)

The landscape design for this property in an established New York City suburb marries stately elegance with relaxed outdoor living. The greatest challenge of the site was a considerable grade change over a small area (a third of an acre). We replaced overgrown shrubs and crumbling stonework with a clean hardscape design that clearly defines the flow around the property. A long play lawn in front is linked to a sideyard patio space and natural-gas campfire with broad bluestone block steps. A cozy dining terrace behind the house is hugged by a retaining wall that showcases friendly flowering plants and edibles. Set into the terrace wall is a custom water feature that brings sound and movement to the seating area. Exposed ledge in the backyard provides a fun playspace for adventurous kids, with a rope bridge leading to a playhouse.

Kirkland Retaining Wall

Sunny Seattle Construction

Natural Stone Retaining Walls

Dean Bjorkstrand, Inc.

Deer Mountain Home

The Crafted Garden

Cottage garden with deer proof plants including Digitalis, Buddleia , Microbiota, Perovskia, Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Firetail', Iris, Calamagrostis xacutifolia 'Karl Foerster' . Susan Irving

The low maintenance patio garden features a lit fountain that adds a romantic feel to the contemporary landscaping.

Pool House

Pearson Landscape Services

Steel retaining wall mixed with quarry block retaining walls. Lueders limestone stepping stones run along side the pool

Thin Stone Veneer

Creative Masonry & Landscape of Cape Cod

Mid Century Modern Remodel

Reikow Landscape Design

The client needed a large, secure dog run to accommodate all of the pups she fosters. The 4' retaining wall and 6' corrugated metal fence give the dogs privacy and security while keeping with the aesthetic of the design. RCMedia

Parkland Residence, Beverly Hills

MGS Architecture

Photography by Matthew Momberger

Front Entrance Landscaping and Stone Walls

Takumi Design

Modern Ipe Hard Wood Privacy Fence

Little Landscapes

Custom made Ipe (Brazilian Walnut) privacy fence/divider. A gorgeous hard wood choice for outdoor fencing.

Garden Design Ideas with a Retaining Wall and with Raised Garden Bed

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.