Bluestone steps surrounded by a mix of granite and natural fieldstone retaining walls dry laid and supported by interior mortar. Landscape lighting highlights the newly planted roses and perennials.

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Structure Landscapes

Sam Walton

Silicon Valley Family Landscape

Confidence Landscaping, Inc.

Low Water Use Gardens

Cary Bernstein Architect Potrero Residence

Cary Bernstein Architect

Stonework, Patios and Landscaping

Paragon Landscape Management

California Cottage

Tish Landscape Design

A new cottage was situated in back of a historic home in downtown Palo Alto. The task was to incorporate the new cottage to the existing landscape. A poured-in-place patio allows the homeowner and her dogs to have a place to sit in the sun, while a dry stack wall delineates the patio edge. Under a canopy of Redwood trees, water-wise plantings create a lush and inviting space. Photos by- David Easton Architect

5th Ave Front Planting Beds

Stoneworks Paving

Three tiered Roman Pisa retaining wall used as a front planting bed. Sierra grey in color with a charcoal coping.

Fairfax, VA

Imagine Gardens & Landscapes by Beverly Ricci, LLC

A landscape wall provides a pretty solution to a hillside too steep to mow. The terraced area is now a great space for family games.

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Livolsi Hardscaping, LLC.

Forest Hill South

Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.

Forest Hill South was designed by Mark Pettes of MDP and Pro-Land was hired to construct the project in 2012. Both natural flagstone and interlock was used on this project, designed to compliment one another as well as the house. Decorative walls retain the grade from the driveway and are faced with brick to tie into the house. Flagstone stepping stones laid in the grass bring you from the front landing into the backyard. The same flagstone is carried through the back and laid on the lounge and pool patio. Planting was added for some colour and privacy from neighbours.

Private Residence

Ream Design LLC

Bird-Friendly Backyard

Coppercreek Landscaping

When the homeowners bought their house, the builder had left them with a practically nonexistent back yard. Boulder retaining walls sat just a few feet away from the house and deck, and behind the property a gravel parking lot loomed over the house. Rebuilding the retaining walls created space for the homeowners to actually enjoy their yard. Their two energetic dogs have some space to play, and the selection of native plants welcomes birds into their back yard. As the plants mature, they will provide privacy and screening from the parking lot.

Hampton Bays Project

Castro StoneWorks NY - Masonry Contractors

Glen Oaks Backyard Pool Party

Ted Lare Design Build

Stonework, Patios and Landscaping

Paragon Landscape Management

Residential Ideas

Louis Contino Landscaping

Outdoor Lighting

Big Rock Landscaping

Outdoor lighting can make or break not only the functionality in your backyard space but can add visual beauty and dimension.

Richfield Backyard

Lifestyle Landscaping, Inc.

The lower firepit patio is retained with boulders and a steppable mass of mazur provides a lush carpet of green between patio and wall.

Treetop Retreat

Shambhala Landscapes

This unique chalet style home situated on steeply sloped lot previously had no usable front yard, a narrow driveway, and aging, rotted decks. Along with the major home remodel and expansion, we brought the landscape to life again and maximized usable space. New terraced retaining walls along the driveway both expanded the space and allowed for steps up to the front entry.

Mannette courtyard

Brookside Landscape and Design

Transitional Garden Design Ideas with a Retaining Wall

Get Inspired by Transitional 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 transitional 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 Transitional Garden for Your Home

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