The meandering flagstone pathway is planted with dymondia margaretae and blue chalksticks (Senecio serpens). The blues are often punctuated with dark browns of aeonium arboreum and phormium jack spratt.

Contemporary Modern Rebuild on 10th Avenue & K Street

Laughlin Design Associates, Inc.

This large expanse of lawn needed a major make over. Designer added many color full water wise shrubs, ornamental grasses and perennials. Took out 85% of existing lawn and added a new patio, steps, garden with grow boxes and strategic screens too. Designed for maximum enjoyment and preserving/enhancing their views while saving much water and maintenance. Rick Laughlin, APLD

Asian Inspired Garden

DREAMSCAPES Landscape and Design

Backyard Basketball Courts in Medway

Sport Court of Massachusetts

Medway Custom Backyard Basketball Court with rebounder

Attached Kitchen Garden

Linden L.A.N.D. Group

The compact vegetable garden has a stone floor and is contiguous with the patio so no shoes are necessary. Photo: Rebecca Lindenmeyr

'what goes around...'

inovasis design

Our Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2016 show garden 'what goes around...' Featuring vertical gardens, floating gardens, curved concrete seating and our 'fire bug' fire pit suspended from a sliding pergola, allowing it to be glided into place in the centre of the seating. When not in use as a fire (this version utilizes a removable bio-enthanol burner) the 'bug' can be filled with ice to chill your favorite tipple. Day photography: Kev Quelch. Night photography: Jason Edwards Photography

A Gardener's Garden: The Gardens at Soul Safari™

Brett Maloney Landscapes, LLC

Copper, hand hammered "cat" weathervane at Soul Safari™. This weather vane is mounted atop the "bean gazebo" adjacent to Kitty's chicken coop and has preformed very well for nearly 30 years with no care or maintenance. Photo by Landscape Artist: Brett D. Maloney.

Side Yard water feature

Studio H Landscape Architecture

Side yard modern water feature. The fountain is located off the living room window to enjoy from both the living area and kitchen. Concrete stepping pads extend over the fountain and into the artificial turf area in the rear yard. Succulents and grasses are planted throughout the yard.

Mid-Century Modern Backyard

User

This is a small in-town backyard designed to have a mid-century modern look. The stepping stones are poured concrete. The turf is artificial, as is the the green vine material in the fence panels. Designed and built by Botanica Atlanta.

Leslie Residence

Open Envelope Studio

Concrete paver walkway with steel-edged pea gravel patio. Pea gravel in steel retaining wall with native plants, and sod.

Modern Small Space

Studio H Landscape Architecture

Lincoln Park Herb Wall

Brent Riechers Landscape (BRL LANDesign)

Brent A. Riechers

Basketball Court with Tennis Hit board in Wellesley

Sport Court of Massachusetts

Wellesley Custom Backyard Basketball Court with Tennis Hitboard

Disappearing, Pondless Waterfall Ideas for your Austin/ Central Texas Landscape

Texas Ponds and Water Features, LLC

Disappearing or Pond-less Waterfalls allow you to enjoy the look and sound of moving water without the maintenance of a pond. A waterfall is undoubtedly the most beautiful and coveted feature in a landscape. The Pond-less Waterfall has made many Texans who were previously unable to relax to the sweet sounds of falling water very happy. It's a great alternative for those who are just trying to 'get their feet wet' or looking to fit a little piece of paradise into their own backyard. If your Texas Landscape lacks the space or if you have safety concerns about a pond, then a Pond-less Waterfall is perfect for you.

Contemporary Cottage garden.

Yorkshire Gardens

Nestled within the Pennines, it’s hard to believe this idyllic country garden was once a public toilet. Demolished a few years ago, the land had been left neglected and was in serious need of refurbishment. We were asked to create a contemporary cottage garden, which was still in keeping with the rustic, rural architecture surrounding. We achieved this by adopting a heritage colour scheme. Foxgloves, allium and delphinium add subtle splashes of purple to the luscious flower borders. The stone patio and paths compliment the traditional oak decking and raised vegetables beds, while also adding texture. The addition of bright pots and painted lattice fence enhance this vibrant space as well as making interesting features. This once disused plot has now been transformed into a tranquil garden, which is modern yet perfectly harmonising with the surrounding cottages.

Westport Pool

J. Brandon Jones

Drought Tolerant and Eclectic Front Yard, Contemporary - Back Yard

Bosler Earth Design

Californian natives, Australian, Mediterranean and succulents Daniel Bosler Photography

Small Shady Back Yard

Magic Landscaping, Inc.

Natural pathway stones wind through the garden. Boulders protrude to add interest and seating, pea gravel creates open space and take the place of lawn. Magic Landscaping, Inc- New Jersey Landscape Designer & Contractor.

Garden Gazebo Winchmore Hill

Sublime Gardens

The Gantry Entrance Courtyard

inovasis design

Kev Quelch

Small 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.