Design ideas for a transitional backyard garden in Richmond with with outdoor playset and a wood fence.

Whimsical Playhouse

Tiny Little Pads

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic partial sun garden in Las Vegas with with outdoor playset.

Front Yard Landscape

Stephanie D Poole

The original 1925 ribbon driveway was not removed, but dug out on all sides to six inches deep and backfilled with road base to provide a sturdy structure and adequate drainage. A two inch topping of decomposed granite with a stabilizer covers the driveway to create the bocce ball court.

Backyard Basketball Courts in Marshfield

Sport Court of Massachusetts

Marshfield Custom Backyard Basketball Court with rebounder and hockey boards. Year round backyard enjoyment - flood court area during winter months for hockey and skating

Upper Skyway Pool and Outdoor Living

Accent Landscapes

This landscape renovation was performed over a period of time and makes outstanding use of a beautiful property in Upper Skyway. Key features of the renovation include a detached garage and swimming pool. The space was personalized with a sports court, greenhouse and garden potting shed, bocce ball court, putting green, play set with sunken trampoline, fire pit, retaining walls, and new concrete driveways and walkways to connect the new spaces. The areas were finished with attractive plantings, seeding, and lawns.

Farmington Residence

Beus Landscape, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard formal garden in Salt Lake City with with outdoor playset and concrete pavers.

Front Yard Landscape

Stephanie D Poole

A trio of king palms line the driveway providing shade to the house and driveway during the hottest times of the year casting dazzling dancing shadows that move throughout the day that mimic the laser cut panels lining the driveway.

Upper Skyway Pool and Outdoor Living

Accent Landscapes

This landscape includes a lot of opportunity for fun and play. It was important that we incorporate a spacious lawn area, play set, and trampoline into this outdoor space.

Upper Skyway Pool and Outdoor Living

Accent Landscapes

This back yard is packed with fun activities, like a swing set, basketball court, and bocce ball court.
Inspiration for an expansive traditional backyard full sun formal garden for fall in Denver with with outdoor playset, natural stone pavers and a metal fence.

Upper Skyway Pool and Outdoor Living

Accent Landscapes

This bocce ball court has proved popular with all ages.
Expansive traditional backyard full sun formal garden in Denver with with outdoor playset, natural stone pavers and a metal fence for summer.

Upper Skyway Pool and Outdoor Living

Accent Landscapes

A sports court is yet another fun space we created in the large back yard.
This is an example of an expansive traditional backyard full sun outdoor sport court for summer in Denver with with outdoor playset and a metal fence.

Beige Garden Design Ideas with with Outdoor Playset

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.