Flagstone pathway and Patio area connecting decked areas, Including a Lawn area for family use and colorful flowers, irrigated with a weather-based controller.

Sonoma Ecological Retreat Garden

Equinox Landscape

Beautiful backyard retreat in the Wine Country - Town of Sonoma
Mid-sized arts and crafts backyard partial sun xeriscape in San Francisco with with flowerbed, natural stone pavers and a wood fence for spring.

Seattle Craftsman House

Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC

Inspiration for an arts and crafts backyard garden in Seattle.

Oakleigh East Garden

Kath Baggaley Garden Design

This charming weather board house was a bit of an ugly duckling initially with a rotten picket fence, featureless end gable and a garden containing rough grass and the one redeeming feature - the perfectly positioned English Elm (Ulmus quercifolia). The design now leads the eye via a swathe of lawn through a rich tapestry of contrasting foliage and form. The elm has had its canopy professionally lifted to maximise light. The addition of a new picket fence and matching obelisks to puctuate the space as well as and the window canopies with their striking red rooves complete the picture. Worst house in the street to best house.

Commercial Building with an incredible hidden L-shaped terrace - Evanston

Krugel Cobbles, Inc.

The impact of details is found at every step
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts courtyard formal garden in Chicago with a water feature, natural stone pavers and a metal fence.

Solid Cedar Privacy Fencing

JL Construction

A privacy fence made of solid wood panels turned this urban backyard into a private outdoor oasis.
This is an example of an arts and crafts backyard partial sun garden in Other with a wood fence.

Birdsong Ranch, Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.

The custom gas fire pit is built on a raised patio. Natural stone pavers were selected to contrast the walkway and main patio pavers. Both the change in material and the elevated patio distinguish this area as a separate outdoor room--one of seven on this 1/2 acre property.

Circle deck

Alexander F. Marshall

Deck addition
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts front yard partial sun xeriscape with a garden path, decking and a wood fence.

Northwest Backyard Sport Park

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

A sports court brings functionality to any space. A little college love was displayed on this family's court and nearby landscaping directed the focus to the court.

Cotswolds Garden re-design

Wilson Associates Garden Design

The garden has been enclosed from a neighbouring lane for privacy by the Cotswold stone wall and gate.
Photo of an arts and crafts backyard garden for summer in Other with natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Orinda Oak Forest Landscape and Lighting

Art Garden Design

This property had not been landscaped for more than 25 years. The entryway and front hillside were covered in large juniper hedges, the Oaks and Redwoods on the property were littered with dead branches, and construction debris from decades was scattered throughout the creek-side property. After extensive tree work and removals, the front yard construction consisted of a moss rock boulder creek that wrapped down the front hillside. The backyard design integrated a new Redwood deck, black basalt gravel patio, and shade appropriate plants. The tree work allowed more light onto the property, and the home owners were able to finally enjoy their outdoor space.

Edible Rustic Cabin

Native Sun Gardens

ALL REDWOOD, NON-TOXIC, KID-SAFE FOOD PRODUCTION, CUSTOM RAISED BEDS AND HEIRLOOM GRAFTED FRUIT TREES
Inspiration for a small arts and crafts backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in San Francisco with a container garden, mulch and a metal fence.

West Side Alamo Auto Cover Swimming Pool

Creative Environments

This picture shows the creative design of a simple Bocce Court that has a concrete curb with a wood bumper and LED strip lighting on the court. You can also see the relationship of the court to the rest of the landscape, as the yard and court interact with each other as our clients entertain and use their private spaces

Boulder on Pathway to Vegetable Garden

Landscape Logic

Natural boulders set in the landscape within the planting areas. In the background are raised wood box vegetable gardens filled with herbs and vegetables. These boxes are made of redwood and filled with rich composted soil ready to feed the plants.

Purple Rain

Mom's Design Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Minneapolis with with raised garden bed, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Fairy Bower Pool & Outdoor Entertainment Area

Hudson Landscaping Pty Ltd

Design ideas for a large arts and crafts backyard full sun garden for summer in Sydney with a fire feature and a stone fence.

Treehouse/Play structure

Alexander F. Marshall

Arts and crafts backyard xeriscape in San Francisco with with outdoor playset and a wood fence.

West Coast Craftsman

Susan Friedman Landscape Architecture

Craftsman style details in the stone columns and privacy lattice fence connect the entry grotto to the front door along with beautiful season colorful plants that are drought tolerant

Building a Horizontal Fence in Solana Beach

Landscape Logic

Landscape Logic creates amazing designs and installations. Most or our projects include a shade structure, an outdoor kitchen, a firepit, sometimes a fireplace, pool and spa, artificial turf, plants, trees, outdoor lighting, and drip irrigation.

Coronado Island Craftsman

Gravel To Gold, Inc.

Mid-sized arts and crafts front yard full sun formal garden in San Diego with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a vinyl fence.

All Fence Materials Arts and Crafts Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Arts and Crafts 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 arts and crafts 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 an Arts and Crafts Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes an arts and crafts 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 an arts and crafts 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 arts and crafts 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.