This couple is compromise of a famous vegan chef and a leader in the Plant based community. Part of the joy of the spacious yard, was to plant an Entirely edible landscape. This glorious garden is a space where the couple also Entertains and relaxes.

Yarrow Point Lakefront Terrace

Mark S. Garff, Landscape Architect

On Lake Washington, an existing pool terrace was disconnected from the rest of the yard and and waterfront. The site had a challenging slope, but it was no match for a thoughtful design and some earth moving equipment! A retaining wall at the edge of the existing pool was replaced with a wide, generous stair welcoming guests to a new, bocce-style terrace below complete with gas fire pit and stunning views. A gentle, winding path leads down to a waters-edge patio with intersecting stone and concrete patterns creating a visually dynamic experience. A small sandy beach and generous lawn complete the experience. A California style planting palette with beach groundcover, perennials and elegant, flowing grasses highlighted with LED low-voltage outdoor lighting complete the vacation-home-in-the-city feel. Photography by: Miranda Estes

Down by the Beach

inovasis design

Kev Quelch
This is an example of a mid-sized and australian native beach style front yard full sun xeriscape in Adelaide with a garden path and gravel.

Native coastal design

Michael Flaugh, Landscape Architect, P.L.

This is an example of a large beach style front yard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Miami with gravel and a garden path.

West Coast Living

Sweet Smiling Landscapes

Tired of freezing bleak winters, this client decided to split her time between Michigan and Southern California. She bought this bright, airy home that epitomizes West Coast living, but the prior owner had not done anything to maintain the garden in many years. The grounds were filled with poorly placed and sickly-looking plants. The new homeowner wanted her garden to be a respite from subzero temperatures, filled year-round with flowers. Deciding what to keep, what to move and what to add, we came up with a plant pallet full of California and Mexico natives, and lots of succulents as well. We added over 1000 plants, filling this property with lush, year-round color that is undeniably Southern Californian.

Harbortown Residence

McHale Landscape Design, Inc.

Photo of an expansive beach style front yard full sun driveway in DC Metro with gravel.

Sea Island

Alex Smith Garden Design, Ltd.

This is an example of a beach style courtyard driveway in Other with gravel.

Hyères - vue panoramique sur la mer

Sigmap-Jardin

Beach style full sun garden in Marseille with with privacy feature, gravel and a wood fence.

Front Yard Landscape

Stephanie D Poole

Kangaroo paw (Anigozanthos manglesii) provides a great show in any landscape in a variety of colors throughout the year and require very little water.

San Francisco designer showcase

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Designer event- Annual San Francisco Designer event- Annual San Francisco designer showcase. *Design director- Chris Jacobson *Landscape contractor- Garden Route *Metal vine screens on terrace-Greenscreen *Roof planters-Planter Technology *Metallic planters- International Art Properties, Inc *Terrace furniture- Henry Hall Designs *Cast bronze terrace railings- Roger W. Stoller *Bronze gate, hand rail, pelican sculpture- W.J. Sorich Metalsmith *Metal sculpture bench- William Wareham *Photo- Chris Jacobson, GardenArt group

The Garden House

Alison Bockh Garden Design

Alison Bockh Coastal cottage garden, fully exposed. Hebes, Cistus, Nepeta, Euphorbia and Lavender
Small beach style front yard full sun xeriscape in Devon with a garden path and gravel for summer.

Down by the Beach

inovasis design

Kev Quelch
Mid-sized and australian native beach style front yard full sun xeriscape in Adelaide with a garden path and gravel.

Santa Monica Garden House

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

This couple is comprised of a famous vegan chef and a leader in the Plant based community. Part of the joy of the spacious yard, was to plant an Entirely edible landscape. This glorious garden is a space where the couple also Entertains and relaxes.

Dunn residence

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This is a space that was formerly junipers with Bermuda grass in the foreground. Photo by Tom Lanier
Design ideas for a small beach style front yard partial sun garden for summer in Santa Barbara with a garden path and gravel.

Modern Seaside Build

Des Ewing Residential Architects

This is an example of a beach style formal garden in London with a garden path and gravel.

Lakemore Cottage Rental

Marty Rhein, CKD, CBD - BAC Design Group

Photos By Kaity
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style sloped partial sun garden for summer in Grand Rapids with a retaining wall and gravel.

Coastal courtyard garden

jarmanmurphy

Photo of a small beach style courtyard partial sun xeriscape in Dorset with with raised garden bed and gravel.

Long Island Project

Castro StoneWorks NY - Masonry Contractors

Design ideas for an expansive beach style backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in New York with with pond and gravel.

Beach Cottage

Jane Srebnik Garden Design

Izumi Tanaka Photography
Design ideas for a beach style full sun garden in Los Angeles with gravel.

Greens, Greys and Texture Variations-Side Yard

Bosler Earth Design

© Daniel Bosler Photography
Inspiration for a large beach style front yard xeriscape in Los Angeles with a garden path and gravel.

Beach Style Garden Design Ideas with Gravel

Get Inspired by Beach Style 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 beach style 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 Beach Style Garden for Your Home

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