A contemporary approach to a seating area and fire pit. Landscape Doctor

Kirk Bianchi created the design for this residential resort next to a desert preserve. The overhang of the homes patio suggested a pool with a sweeping curve shape. Kirk positioned a raised vanishing edge pool to work with the ascending terrain and to also capture the reflections of the scenery behind. The fire pit and bbq areas are situated to capture the best views of the superstition mountains, framed by the architectural pergola that creates a window to the vista beyond. A raised glass tile spa, capturing the colors of the desert context, serves as a jewel and centerpiece for the outdoor living space.

Curvilínea

Bianchi Design

PNW Outdoor Living Reimagined

Casa Smith Designs, LLC

This custom fire pit radiates enough heat to keep everyone comfortably warm without blocking the views of the lake in the distance.

Upper Emerald Lake Modern Farmhouse • Atelier Noël

Atelier Noël, Inc.

Georgetown Ave Garden by Growsgreen

Growsgreen Landscape Design

Growsgreen Landscape Design, photo by Caitlin Atkinson.

San Diego Outdoor Living

Sills Landscape Design

Infinity Pool Scape with Fire Pit

Elemental Construction Inc. - Pools and Landscape

Jason Warren

Enjoy the evening in the Garden- Back Yard

Bosler Earth Design

Fire pit seating area with fountain and pathway to upper level landscape. ©Daniel Bosler Photography

Backyard Bliss

Shambhala Landscapes

This classic San Francisco backyard was transformed into an inviting and usable outdoor living space. A few steps down lead to a lounging area, featuring drought-friendly and maintenance-free artificial grass as well as a cozy, custom-built natural gas fire pit surrounded by a Redwood bench. Redwood fencing, low-voltage LED landscape lighting, drip irrigation, planting and a water feature completed the space.

Hillside Garden Landscape with Water Features and Beautiful Plantings

Accent Landscapes

This natural gas fire pit built from natural boulders offers year round functionality. The bubbling rock water feature adds to the ambiance, providing the tranquil sound of a natural creek.

Santa Cruz Sustainable

K & D Landscaping, Inc.

Residential home in Santa Cruz, CA This stunning front and backyard project was so much fun! The plethora of K&D's scope of work included: smooth finished concrete walls, multiple styles of horizontal redwood fencing, smooth finished concrete stepping stones, bands, steps & pathways, paver patio & driveway, artificial turf, TimberTech stairs & decks, TimberTech custom bench with storage, shower wall with bike washing station, custom concrete fountain, poured-in-place fire pit, pour-in-place half circle bench with sloped back rest, metal pergola, low voltage lighting, planting and irrigation! (*Adorable cat not included)

Stylish Digs in Echo Park

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

The back courtyard is anchored by 4 Pomegranate trees which delineate the asymmetrical concrete pavers.

Eco Modern

Eco Landscape Design & Build

Innis Casey Photography

Garden of Splendor

flora Distinctive Landscapes

Grace Design Associates

Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

Uber green earthy contemporary Winner of the Gold Medal and the International Landscaper Designer of The Year for APLD (Association of Professional Landscape Designers) Winner of Santa Barbara Beautiful Award, Large Family Residence

Barbecue Pits and Outdoor Kitchens, AZ, The Yard Sylist

The Yard Stylist

This outdoor kitchen and paved area in Sossaman Estates, AZ, shows how your exterior walls can add even more distinction to the installation. Here, the stucco wall's rough finish brings the outdoor kitchen into sharp focus. The pale tones of the outdoor kitchen, coupled with the darker browns of the kitchen's paved area, help to make this the focal point.

Apartment 34 Traditional Modern

Growsgreen Landscape Design

Here is a far shot of the beam screens from the dining area and context photo for them. The various levels are more evident as you walk through the garden and pan through these garden photos. The dining area comes level off the house and the screens and diagonal decking detail help the deck not feel too long and act as a visual queue to denote the next space. When designing diagonal decking, one has to be mindful of the deck framing to accommodate so it is something consider early in the design process.

Sophisticated Mid-City Residence

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

The pergola creates a dappled shade to relax in and the decorative panels give much needed privacy from the neighbors.

Meditative Healing Garden- Laurel Canyon

Ketti Kupper Conscious Life Design

Photo by Ashley Elizabeth Ford

Xeriscape Design Ideas with a Fire 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.