This classic craftsman style cottage nestled in a downtown Minneapolis neighborhood truly flourished with the anchoring of some expertly designed stonework. Featuring ORIJIN STONE Full Color Natural Cleft Bluestone paving stone, our Lakeside Wallstone, custom Bluestone Blue Select Treads & Wall Caps. The backyard features our handcrafted Bluestone water feature sculpture which adds to both the sights and sounds of this haven. Photography by Chelsea Eul Photography.

Lemon Ranch

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

SoCal Contractor Construction Erika Bierman Photography

Japanese Zen Garden Backyard with Fountain and Patio

Southwest Boulder & Stone

Award-winning Japanese landscape designer Kohei Owatari uses natural elements like water and stone to create relaxing environments amid modern life. A reverence for nature marks this eco-friendly and creative landscape design, where meandering pathways perfectly complement clean geometric lines and patterns. Natural stone was the ideal material to deepen the connection with the natural world. The unique leaf-shaped patio and the custom water trough are key elements that showcase Kohei’s exceptional creativity and design sense.

Tahoe Mountain Living

Christine Karnofsky Garden Design & Consulting

Stone steps framed with water Feature and perennial plantings

Warrawee

Cadence and Co

French Park

Creative Landscapes Detroit LLC

Ground cover by other

Exteriors

Jeff Rogers Custom Homes

Japanese Garden: court yard garden, stone walk.

Andrew Zema's Landscaping, Inc.

Informal European Garden

Daryl Toby - AguaFina Gardens International

Informal European Garden

Daryl Toby - AguaFina Gardens International

The Key is Privacy

Jackie and the Beanstalk

The Spa has a vanishing edge and tiles with a beautiful pattern in subdued colors. We mirrored the planting with similar soft jewel-like hues.

Santa Fe Retreat

Overland Partners Architecture + Urban Design

Landscapes

Beach Bum Turf Co.

Operation Neighbor Screen

Southern Landscape

When the neighbor expanded, the small, open courtyard became an extension of the neighbor's driveway. Southern Landscape designed and built a custom privacy trellis to shield the neighbor while creating an intimate retreat off the master bedroom. ,Asian jasmine climbs the trellis, while dianella, foxtail, and little gem magnolia highlight the custom water feature, all of which contributes to the quiet oasis.

Water Features

Prism Hardscapes

Garden Fountain Vase

Through The Garden, Inc.

A large ceramic vase with beautiful glazing serves as a centerpiece to this garden bed. The installation included an AquaBox that turns a static vase into a water fountain that adds subtle motion and calming sounds to this garden.

Private Garden designed by John Davies

CED Stone Group

Private garden designed by John Davies, using our black basalt paving, silver grey granite aggregate and cedagravel.

Mill Waters, Still Waters - Surrey

Acres Wild

Romantic Country Garden, Surrey, UK

Rain Gardens

User

Proto Design Studio LLC

Alamo Oasis

Michael Tebb Design

Waterfall surrounded by drought tolerant plants takes advantage of the natural upslope of the lot.

Garden Design Ideas with a Water Feature and with Fireplace

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.