Sunken courtyard

Laurel Way Beverly Hills modern home zen garden under floating stairs

Whipple Russell Architects

Laurel Way Beverly Hills modern home zen garden under floating stairs. Photo by William MacCollum.

Brockley

Epoch Landscapes

Shortlisted for the prestigious Pro Landscaper's Small Project Big Impact award. Used as an example of excellent design on London Stone's website.

和庭　I-tsuboniwa

グリーンサムズアップ

小さな場所を大きな安らぎの和のスペースに

Gloucester Road

Sam Butler Garden Design

Copper rill and bowl water feature

Edible Urban Oasis

Mark S. Garff, Landscape Architect

In south Seattle, a tiny backyard garden needed a makeover to add usability and create a sitting area for entertaining. Raised garden beds for edible plants provide the transition between the existing deck and new patio below, eliminating the need for a railing. A firepit provides the focal point for the new patio. Angles create drama and direct flow to the steel stairs and gate. Installed June, 2014. Photography: Mark S. Garff ASLA, LLA

Small Condo Entrance Garden

Specialty Gardens

Paul Kiefer / Specialty Gardens LLC

Secluded courtyard garden

Beautiful Wild Garden and Landscape Design

The Wisteria was leaning and completely entwined with an old obelisk, so rather than cutting it out and starting again we pruned carefully, keeping some long stems, then supported the plant - obelisk and all - against the new curved arbour. This photo was taken the first spring after the garden was completed. Wisteria is perfect for growing over an arbour so that you can look up at it, and the scent is held within the space.

Birchgrove 2

Leaf Stone Water

A sad and neglected garden needed an immediate transformation full of character to complement this charming Victorian terrace in preparation for sale.

A Monochrome Moroccan Themed Courtyard

The Garden Trellis Company

Quote from the designer: "A tiny haven in the city. More than ever even the smallest outdoor space has become the most precious retreat to connect with nature and take in some vitamin D. This little garden which is only 14 square metres (a further 19 square metres for a car parking space) the fretwork screens divide the two spaces, screening the car and creating a private place to sit. The planting includes lime green tumbling Lysimachia, Persicaria amplexicaulis ‘Golden Arrows’, (not in flower yet) Euphorbia wulfenii forming the backbone. " - Georgia Lindsay Garden Design

Moroccan Garden

greencube garden and landscape design

Blending subtle lighting, tropical planting palette, simple, reflective, muted materials to contrast with Moroccan tiles. Calming influences transpiring to a magical space at night where shadows and patterns cast from bouncing light.

Maribyrnong (Courtyard)

Inspiring Landscape Solutions by Parveen Dhaliwal

Maribyrnong - concept was based on the owners travels to Japan and liking of Japanese culture and to create something different for their courtyard to be viewed from all vantage points within the house. The decking was cut out to mimic the sandbanks of a river with the stones representing the river.

Small town garden no lawn

Amanda Shipman

Mount Pleasant Garden

Recycled timber green wall, Photography by Andy Jones

French Provincial Adelaide Garden

Mr B's Landscaping and Garden Care

Contemporary garden

Living Gardens Landscape Design

Contemporary courtyard garden

Capitol Hill Garden

Till Gardens

Designed by our friends at Moody Landscape Architecture, we were excited to build this small, highly detailed, contemporary garden for them and their client. This small courtyard garden was completely transformed with a new mahogany deck with cable railing, western red cedar fence, new bluestone patio, and perennial plantings. Landscape Architecture - Moody Landscape Architecture (moodyla.com) Landscape Contractor - Till Gardens (tillgardens.com - 201.767.5858) Photography - Ryan Moody

Various levels to create an illusion of space

Georgia Lindsay Garden Design

This tiny garden was transformed using various levels to create a more dynamic space - Georgia Lindsay

Small Courtyard 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.