Relax by the outdoor water features or play bocce ball with a friend in your own private court.

Woody Landscape

Artisan Landscapes and Pools

Matt Meaney @ Artisan Landscapes and Pools

Banyon

Jilzart Design

Contemporary Asian-inspired Garden

Shapton Landscape Design, LLC

Entry corridor with espaliered magnolias and water wall David Harrison Photography

Contemporary Foothills Water Feature

High Desert Designs, llc

Groundcovers soften the large granite boulders that lead up to stunning water feature. Anne Hartshorn

Water Wall detail

Matthew Giampietro Garden Design

Water wall water feature outside the bathroom window. Quartzite rock

Island Colonial

YRA Design Inc

Great Outdoor Spaces & Pools

BCB Homes, Inc.

Hamilton Photography

Hidden Oaks

Daniels Landscape Inc.

Silverleaf Mediterranean

Janet Brooks Design

A secret garden with charming water features and trough is tucked on the side of the house, just awaiting discovery.

Montecito Zen

Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture

Ciro

Lake Michigan Retreat

zpd+a and roomTEN design

Inspired by an English kitchen garden, the shaded side garden features a fountain, sculptural bench, and lush greenery including hydrangeas and boxwood photography by Tyler Mallory - www.tylermallory.com

Neoclassic Inspired Garden

Matthew Murrey Design

This suburban estate is located right outside of Dallas. The homeowners moved from high-rise living and wanted their property to encompass all the luxuries and amenities they were accustomed to. The client's multi-acre estate showcases an outdoor kitchen, luxurious swimming pool, multiple seating and lounge spaces, a stone column decorated patio cover, and lush landscaping throughout the property.The client's multi-acre estate showcases an outdoor kitchen, luxurious swimming pool, multiple seating and lounge spaces, a stone column decorated patio cover, and lush landscaping throughout the property.

Bethesda Residence

Landscape Projects, Inc.

Landscape Architect beach house NY landscape custom built deck, bench, water fea

New York Plantings Garden Design

This landscape design from Boston area Landscape Architect example of New York Plantings Garden Designers and Landscape Contractors NYC deck building ability and NY landscape project management experience. The stone veneer wall is complimented by well style wall wash lights, landscape boulder brings the natural surrounding back into the hardscape which can clash with the natural landscape. This particular beach front home does not require a garden since the natural surroundings are the actual landscape.

Pacific Northwest Outdoor Living

Dennis' 7 Dees Landscaping

Maxwell Monty Photography

Lindsay

Dana Construction Company LLC

Mellgren Residence

Altera Landscape

Landscape Design: AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc. / Photography: Jeri Koegel

Highland Park

Fusion Landscape Design Limited

Lynn Cairney, Fusion Landscape Design - Design, Plant Procurement and Placement, Project Overseeing.The smaller of the two interlinked decks. The zig zag landing and steps between the two deck areas. The top deck flows off the family room and is a more intimate space than the lower deck which has the BBQ and dining table/bar placed.

Branciforte Residence

SSA Landscape Architects

Side Yard Garden Design Ideas with a Water Feature

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.