I grandi vasi con Abelia che accompagnano all'ingresso di casa e forniscono una delicata schermatura al giardino

The instructions were clear, make it cozy and comforting. Incorporate natural materials, don't hurt the environment, use lots of native plants, create shade, attract bees, butterflies and humming birds. BELandscape design, created a backyard that is an escape for this hard working couple. Scroll to the 'Before' photos to fully appreciate this backyard transformation.

Weston Pool & Cabana

Minglewood, LLC

One-of-a-kind home veneered with New England fieldstone. Surrounded by native screening trees, stone walls and conservation land. Private pool cabana, car barn, gunite pool & hot tub, gas fire pit, grill and cantilevered granite bar.

Finchley Townhouses

Birch House

le jardin des amis

Duval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteur

Caldew St.

Rachel's Landscape Design

This front garden space provides year-round color with no water. The design won a Silver Medal in the 2019 Association of Professional Landscape Designer's Residential Category. The owners love to sit in their private patio and watch the hummingbirds and bumblebees feast.

Tree Canopy Shades Patio and Cools Home

FormLA Landscaping

Beneath a canopy like this, temperatures can be as much as 20 degrees cooler than the surrounding area. Not only does this make for more pleasant space, it helps foliage and soil hold their hydration. This hydrated quality is protective. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography

Great Barford

Helene Garden Design

new garden, new large planting borders patio with fire bowl, timber arches

Contemporary Zen Front and Back

Blue Hibiscus Gardens

Rooftop garden

Emma Whitten Garden Design & Implementation

We helped design and then planted up a system of wired trellises to provide screening and privacy to this north London roof garden. The brief required us to maintain the views of the City but give the clients more seclusion.

Featured Projects

Baraca Design & Remodeling

patio, ADU, sliding glass wall, artificial turf, concrete pavers

Largo poco meno di 3 metri, il giardino laterale è un vero e proprio dehors, completamente pavimentato, diviso dalla proprietà vicina con pannelli frangivento (fibre grigie come la ghiaia, struttura testa di moro come gli infissi), arredato con sedie e poltrone da giardino, tutte rigorosamente colorate, leggere, pieghevoli, per essere facilmente riposte o spostate all'occorrenza in altre parti del giardino. Così attrezzato, questo dehors è il più frequentato angolo del giardino: per la prima colazione, per lo studio, per l'aperitivo e anche per vedere i film sul pc nelle calde serate estive...

vue sur le jardin côté ouest

Duval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteur

Hygge [ hoog-uh ]: Cozy and comforting

Compact, modern, split-level backyard space that combines pool, pool deck, patio and plantings with privacy fence.

Weston Pool & Cabana

Minglewood, LLC

Seattle Cottage

SCJ Studio Landscape Architecture

Succulent Fence

FormLA Landscaping

Rather than opt for a fence or hedge, striking succulents define the border between a lush, native meadow and the sidewalk. The bold reds and rusts of Paddle Plants draw attention to the home's striking tile roofline.

Xeriscape Design Ideas with with Privacy 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.