Rose border frames the rear path that runs around the back of the house at the bottom of the paddock.

Southfields Garden

Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping

Übergang vom tieferliegenden Terrassenbereich zum Rasenparterre

Terramanus Landschaftsarchitektur

Fotograf: Manuel Sauer

Floating Bench garden

Living Colour Gardens

Rear Garden, Biddenham, Bedfordshire

Green Tree Garden Design Ltd

A band of Geum 'Mrs. J. Bradshaw' provides vibrant colour around the edge of the dining area, and divides the gravel patio from the main lawn. The summerhouse provides a focal point in the bottom corner of the garden, and a place to enjoy shade in the morning, and the evening sun towards the end of the day.

Seattle Hilltop

SCJ Studio Landscape Architecture

This newly constructed home was in need of an outdoor living space and streetscape in a matching contemporary Northwest style. Our studio composed a landscape with an improved entry sequence, balancing the need for personal privacy alongside a distinctive public face. A courtyard oasis with a new deck is enclosed by warm wooden fencing set on top of the contrasting raw texture of a gabion retaining wall that acts as a backdrop to bold streetscape plantings.

Bautista Residence

Verdance Landscape Architecture

Stylish Digs in Echo Park

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

Large picture windows looked out onto the empty narrow side yard. Our solution was to create a dramatic 3D modular installation with CorTen Planters filled with low maintenance cacti.

Westham Project

Glen Allen Grounds Management, LLC

Walkways

Firlit Landscape Design, Inc

Historic Cambridge Property

a Blade of Grass

Photo by Pete Cadieux

Backyard Park

Eden Condensed

Lawn free backyard park with water wise and California friendly plants, a flagstone and pebbled pathway leading to a new Chinese elm tree with a comfortable tree bench. A pebbled patio and grassy area complete the yard.

Chateau in Orange

Bleu Stone Pavers

Stone paver driveway and courtyard in ORCO Pietra Cobble 5 Piece Pavers in Chateau

Low Allergy Garden

Bramley Apple Garden Design

Steel Arch, raised beds planted with lavander and standard roses.

Landscapes

MayCreek Landscaping

Backyard Dry River Bed

Amy Malter Landscape Design

This dry river bed not only add interest to the back yard, it helps retain the grade. Lots of four season planting interest make this fun to look at form the window any time of the year.

West Jefferson Project

Peabody Landscape Group

A beautiful wooden pergola offers shade and a cozy gathering area, ideal for hosting barbecues, outdoor parties, or simply enjoying a peaceful afternoon.

Turtle Ridge Residence

Arc Environments

Seattle Silver Screen

SCJ Studio Landscape Architecture

A Seattle couple needed to take advantage of our amazing summer weather and asked for a way to watch movies outside. We were up to the challenge, designing a custom concrete bench that by day serves as built-in seating and transforms at night into a perfect spot to catch a flick on the fly! Other touches include modern planting and steel planters to match the contemporary feel of the home. Photos by Miranda Estes Photography

The Crosby

Torrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc

Mid-sized Full Sun 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.