This front yard, constructed in 2014, was simple and to the point. To anyone who thinks that plain grey concrete is somewhat boring, this front walkway turned out effective and looks sleek leading up to this Washington Park new build in Denver, CO. Browne & Associates Custom Landscapes

Formal Garden

Hoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects

Scott Shigley

Privatgarten 01

DMSW landschaft

Garten im Herbst © Maria Simons

Modern Tranquility

Campion Walker Landscapes

To anchor a modern house, designed by Frederick Fisher & Partners, Campion Walker brought in a mature oak grove that at first frames the home and then invites the visitor to explore the grounds including an intimate culinary garden and stone fruit orchard. The neglected hillside on the back of the property once overgrown with ivy was transformed into a California native oak woodland, with under-planting of ceanothus and manzanitas. We used recycled water to create a dramatic water feature cut directly into the limestone entranceway framed by a cacti and succulent garden.

Cove House

STIMSON

Christian Phillips Photography

Kronen Residence Garden Den

Ocelli Design

Rivers Altieri

container gardens

City & Estate Gardener

My Projects

User

Vinyl Spaced Board Fence

AVO Fence & Supply

White spaced board fence with scalloped top - This fence is a "Beautiful Border" for this property along the sidewalk. It ensures safety for children and pets as they enjoy their front yard.

Garden Design Ashgrove

Carmen Darwin for Evolution House

Design by Carmen Darwin.com The whole project was based around the driveway and so had to ensure a clear path was made to the front door. I incorporated a light box as a feature and included paving to draw the eye to the front door. The lightbox rusted colour tones was chosen to blend with the natural timber on the house. Soft lighting was introduced to make it easy for vehicles and pedestrians making their way to the home at night. A timber trellis to the left of the property formed a division and privacy screen from the neighbouring driveways and homes.

Contemporary Cape Cod

Kathy Henry Exterior Design

Southwestern Landscape

Campbell Front Yard Transformation

Tellurian Construction

Modern Outdoor Living in Sloans Lake

Mile High Landscaping

Belgard La Fit Driveway

Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.

Steve Lambert

Backyard Oasis

H2O Designs

Take a virtual tour through Jeff Duggins & Rachel A Duggins (Owners H2O Designs & Outdoor Living "By Design") backyard near Lexington, KY. There are 2 large ponds, multiple streams, waterfalls, and fountains, not to mention the fire pit and pool. It's truly a Backyard Oasis! photo credit Jeff Duggins

AILDM 2014 Landscape Design Awards - Gold Award - Outhouse Design

LDI (Landscape Design Institute)

Outhouse Design - Gold Award Winner

Fire Features

Good Earth Water Gardens

Old barren space where a playground once stood is transformed into a circular patio with a fire pit in the center.

Bird Key Modern Bungalow

BORDEN Landscape Design

Photographer: Ryan Gamma

LANCASTER RESIDENCE

FineLines Design Studio

Photo Credit: Michael Hunter

Garden Design Ideas with Concrete Pavers

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.