This modern landscape features a minimal planting schematic featuring Agave Americana and Dwarf Sabal Palmetto. The plantings, while simple, are refined and sophisticated, echoing the architecture of this classic modern home. The backyard features a large covered terrace, outdoor kitchen, and negative edge swimming pool.

Respite Blue

radicle

Eriogonum fasciculatum var polifolium. Wonderful pollinator attractor! Christie Green

Heron II Model in Helms Port

Logan Homes

Unique Media and Design

Coastal Vacation Home Orleans Massachusetts

Kimberly Mercurio Landscape Architecture

This contemporary home is located on Cape Cod in Orleans Massachusetts. The landscape design features a bluestone walkway, River Birch, granite retaining wall, an Ipe deck and an ocean view. The home was a complete renovation designed in a modern style. It's open floor plan and large floor to ceiling windows provide an unencumbered view of the natural surroundings.

Cougar Mountain Residence

Kim Rooney Design

Landscape by Kim Rooney Fire, Water, Wood, & Rock - A Northwest modern garden for family and friends

Front Walk and Garden

Blue Heron Landscape Design, LLC

ScottHokunson

Exterior Stone Garden

Lapicida Stone Group

Outdoor living collection at the Lapicida HQ showroom gardens.

Canton Project

Great Oaks Landscape Associates Inc.

Landscape Design and Landscape Installation done by Great Oaks Landscape

Zen, koi, floating steps, beach plantings, bungalow

The Design Build Company

Brian Sipe architectural design and Rob Hill - Hill's landscapes and Don edge general contractor. koi pond in front yard with floating steppers, bluestone and beach plantings

Birdwatcher's Sanctuary in Poway

Beaudry Garden Design

This property was covered with pink rock when our client called us. In an effort to be gentle on the environment, and to save money, the client took our suggestion to work with what they had by incorporating more contrasting rock to bring the property together in a cohesive design. The clients are active birders and wanted to grow their own food including vegetables and fruits. We worked with interior designer, Nikki Klugh, to select gorgeous furniture to compliment the design.

Hillside stair with custom rail and lighting

BE Landscape Design

Custom built for fire resistance. Board formed concrete seating and patio. Color added to blend into the existing granite hillside. Salt finish adds texture to camouflage into the surroundings. Custom metal pergola and under bench lighting add to the uniqueness of this hilltop hangout.

Past Projects

Jacklyn Curry Design

The addition of bold yet simple architectural details - a series of four "spider legs" inspired by the iconic mid-century architect, Richard Neutra, added drama and definition to the new front entry. Low ground cover softens the new concrete step pads, while colorful succulents and flowering plants replaced the thirsty lawn, providing a dynamic and easy-care front garden. (c) 2017 Jacklyn Curry Design

Infinity Pool Backyard

1STRUCT Building & Renovation

House Guru - Scott Rumler

Tropic Wonder

Michael D McIver | Landscape Design

Gallerani Residence

William J Chester Architecture LLC

Modern Long Beach Drought Tolerant Design

California Landscape Construction

Dan Solomon

Landscape

Rispens Landscaping, LTD

Gilford

Landscape Constructions

Exteriors

Jilzart Design

Mid-sized Blue Garden Design Ideas

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.