The professional back garden design was provided by the client and built by Aspects of Landscaping in Rathgar, Dublin 6. This rustic garden involved almost 60 tone of materials dug and moved through the house. The garden was divided into two levels. the lower part of the garden was built as a sitting area. Aspects of Landscaping used flamed golden granite slabs for a smooth finish. the top-level was designed to be used as an entertaining, grass area for the kids. The main objective was to reuse as many materials as possible. during the excavation our landscaping team managed to reuse granite stones for walling, old ceramic slabs for the patio on the upper-level and rustic bricks for stairs.

A Cotswold's Arts & Crafts Farm

Richard Parr + Associates

Originally part of the Woodchester Park Estate, Woodchester Park is famous for its main house, Woodchester Mansion. The Mansion is one of England’s finest examples of an early Arts and Craft and Gothic Revival House and features the work of a number of celebrated 19th Century academics and architects. The house and outbuildings that house Richard’s studios were originally part of the model home farm. Run-down, asset stripped and sanitised, it was sensitively refurbished with a design that gives a distinct nod to their original use.

Fire pit landscape

Project Masterz

Landscaping - Cottage Gardens

Lisa Holt Design

Remodel of AirBNB cottage and gardens

Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat

Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.

Hear what our clients, Lisa & Rick, have to say about their project by clicking on the Facebook link and then the Videos tab. Hannah Goering Photography

Cottage Front Yard

EcoLandscapes Design

Garden pond

Jane Ashley Garden Design

Mature watergarden showing fishpond with bog garden behind, surrounded by lush planting. Alongside is a waterfall and separate wildlife pond. The paving is made from reclaimed Yorkstone. Plants include Amelanchier lamarkii, Lonicera nitida, Iris pseudacorus, and Carex.

Small Shady Back Yard

Magic Landscaping, Inc.

This is the entrance of the garden from the side. This entire rear yard used to be a lawn area in poor condition. Magic Landscaping, Inc- New Jersey Landscape Designer & Contractor.

Sunken Lakeside Fire Pit

ELM Garden Design

Raised fieldstone fire pit with bluestone caps Photo: Eustacia Marsales

Felton pocket garden

Jan Nelson Landscape Design

Closeup of Autumn Flame flagstone path with small cobbles between. Photo by Jan Nelson

Terrasse pour une vue imprenable

Nathalie JEANNE - Conceptrice de jardin

Terrasse avec 2 matériaux. terrasse en dallage sur chape béton en bois composite SILVADEC. Massifs de persistants avec vivaces et graminées.

Jardin privé à Versailles

Justine Dewitte

Aménagement d'un jardin de particulier dans le centre de Versailles. Le jardin de pleine terre de 200m² est divisé en deux parties. Les deux zones sont séparées par une haie vive. La première partie, en fond de parcelle est dédié à l'espace de sport pour les enfants, la seconde, en avant plan, est dédiée à la maison, il accueille un carré de potager, un petit coin lecture et une cabane de rangement. Co-conception avec Antoine Guibourgé pour Unjardin Aménagement réalisé par MUGO PAYSAGE

Watson Green

Jade Landscape & Design

Border Re-design

Wiltshire Garden & Interior Design

Chives and geraniums dominate this border interspersed with lupins & salvias.

Listed Farmhouse, Hampshire

Rebecca Smith Garden Design

Plants delivered and set out according to the Planting Plan. Pleached trees planted to provide screening and privacy.

Rustic Garden

Luxescapes, LLC

Meghan Himschoot

Menlo Park Modern Farmhouse

Eve Castles Design

This beautifully remodeled home is in a desirable, family friendly neighborhood. The clients wanted an expanse of lawn for neighborhood kids to enjoy front yard fun and games. We added an expansive step to connect the yard with the beautiful front porch. trees to frame the entryway, plants which will provide year round interest and tolerate the reflected afternoon heat. A perfect retreat for neighborhood movie night!

Alive With Color

Roxy Designs

G A R D E N - Pacific Northwest

Lore Patterson

Early autumn cafe table and seating with rustic willow fencing. Photograph: Lore Patterson

Landscape Projects

Heartland Landscape Group

Small Country Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Country 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 country 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 Country Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a country 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 country 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 country 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.