Fu-Tung Cheng, CHENG Design • View of Exterior Side of Concrete and Wood house, House 7 House 7, named the "Concrete Village Home", is Cheng Design's seventh custom home project. With inspiration of a "small village" home, this project brings in dwellings of different size and shape that support and intertwine with one another. Featuring a sculpted, concrete geological wall, pleated butterfly roof, and rainwater installations, House 7 exemplifies an interconnectedness and energetic relationship between home and the natural elements. Photography: Matthew Millman

Hilltop Retreat - Courtyard

Environmental Designs, Inc.

Inspired by the clients’ travels the design includes a symmetrical courtyard aligned with the cardinal directions as an homage to Alhambra in Spain.

Orinda Modern Landscape

FDC Design Build

Outdoor Lights Activate the Venue

Summit Landscape and Design

Lights glisten across the pond water at dusk while an event is underway by the open air pavilion. Up lights shine on the trees and reveal their natural architecture..

Custom water feature next to hillside and native plantings

June Scott Design

Rock outcroppings make a striking background for new lounge areas in this compact Los Angeles hillside garden. Working with the attributes of the site, we added native plants to drape over the stone, and converted hollowed stone planters into a firepit and water feature. New built-in seating and a cozy hammock complete the relaxing space, and dramatic lighting makes it come alive at night. Photo by Martin Cox Photography.

Large circular driveway with a center island intersects with bluestone walkway

Van Zelst Inc

The circular driveway features a large center island outlined in natural cobble stones and planted with pops of color from the wax leaf begonia. The circular driveway intersects perfectly with the bluestone walkway.

Gardens

LandZen Landscape Design & Construction

Artificial Grass with Rundle Stone Tailings

SOLKOR | Creating Stunning Outdoor Living Spaces

Greene & Greene Craftsman

Gabriela Yariv Landscape Design

Hillside Garden Landscape with Water Features and Beautiful Plantings

Accent Landscapes

Natural gas fire pits provide year round enjoyment. It is a perfect gathering spot for all seasons, whether slipping iced tea on a summer evening or warming up with a mug of cocoa on a cold winter night.

Gravel path

Regenesis Ecological Design

Wooden-edging and gravel path through side garden.

Balboa Park Craftsman

Juniper Landscape Company

Jesse Cryns

Woodstock Drainage and steps

Carpe Diem Yards

Drought Tolerant Lush Landscape

Treehouse Landscape Design

Design by Taryn Tree

California Heights Craftsman Xeriscape

California Eco Design, Inc.

This is a Roberto Burle Marx- inspired design, a drought tolerant landscape that imitates the vibrant colors and patterns of the tropics. We kept the monstera and bird of paradise plants, and with the colorful trim on the house, it all works together in this eclectic mashup.

Private Garden Entry with Patio and Water Feature

Gravel and Green

West Houston Backyard Artificial Grass

Turf Supply USA

Modern Long Beach Drought Tolerant Design

California Landscape Construction

Dan Solomon

Transformed Tucson Courtyard

Santa Rita Landscaping, Inc.

Partial Sun Xeriscape 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.