Inspiration for a large traditional front yard full sun xeriscape in Sacramento with a garden path and gravel.

Small aesthetic enhancement to accompany paver path
Design ideas for a small traditional backyard full sun xeriscape in Denver with with path and concrete pavers.

Anaheim 2012

xeristyle | exterior | design

Nicklaus Paulo of xeristyle | exterior | design
Photo of a beach style front yard full sun xeriscape for spring in Orange County with natural stone pavers.

ORCO Sample Board

ORCO Block & Hardscape

Contemporary front yard full sun xeriscape in Orange County with concrete pavers.

Modern California Native Garden

Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern side yard partial sun xeriscape in San Francisco with natural stone pavers, a wood fence and with path.

Back Garden Water Feature

Weeds Garden Design Build LLC

Recirculating Water Feature, with auto fill - make life so easy - no mosquitos and no drying out! This was a great little design-build project for some great clients! We oversaw the construction of the shed, designed and built the pergola, deck, outdoor kitchen, water feature, flagstone patio, as well as installing the plants, irrigation and landscape lighting. So pretty at night!

Putney

Harry Holding Studio

A contemporary garden for a family in South London. A stone pathway leads to a generous sunset deck with space for drinks and nights spent round the fire. Sculptural pebbles act as seats to perch and soak up the garden. The planting is naturalistic and wildlife friendly, seen here in spring with the tulips in full bloom.

Recycled Steel Planter

Regenesis Ecological Design

Recycled industrial concrete trough planted with Sedum 'Autumn Joy' and Sesleria autumnalis.
This is an example of an industrial courtyard xeriscape for summer in Other with a container garden.

Dorrington Project 3.0

Boodle Concepts

Garden design & landscape construction in Melbourne by Boodle Concepts. Project in Reservoir, featuring water-wise Australian native plants, permeable paving. Vertical mesh cladding becomes a growing trellis to visually soften the shed structure. Mesh theme is continued with construction of the outdoor bench seat (gabion style).

Modern Front Landscape

Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.

This fronted had many challenges, the first being a steep slope. the second being privacy. the client wanted a stairway where their visitors will not have to walk up the very steep driveway. They wanted Privacy without having a solid fence or wall, while containing basketballs from rolling down the hill and into the street.

Pacific Heights

The Foxy Garden

Mid-sized backyard partial sun xeriscape in San Francisco with a retaining wall, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Contemporary Exterior Remodel

BH Remodeling & Design

Photo of a mid-sized and desert look front yard full sun xeriscape in Orange County with gravel.

Completed Backyard projects

DRC Landscaping LLC

This is an example of a desert look backyard full sun xeriscape in Las Vegas with river rock.

Curbside Appeal for Classic Brick Gem

Ambiance Garden Design, LLC

Updated landscape to address lack of curb appeal in neighborhood. This landscape creates flow and interest throughout the property. A rock garden was installed in the back yard to address erosion and drainage issues at end of the back area.

Geneva Ave, Claremont

Cut and Curve Creations

Drought tolerant design with decomposed granite compacted with elevation changes, character boulders, plantings, dry stacked tree ring. Recycled concrete pavers for the path.

Travis Heights Modern Bungalow

Native Edge Landscape

We had a several challenges to face with this project. Not only did we need to update a dated landscape to accommodate two seemingly different design tastes (modern & minimalistic vs natural english garden), we were tasked with improving the property’s drainage, improving the driveway access, reducing water usage and plant maintenance, and fixing a crumbling wall. To marry the two design tastes, we started with the more modern elements of metal planters and softened the landscape with mass plantings of ornamental grasses and native sedge. These grasses act as a turf replacement that do not need to be mowed and require less regular watering. On each side of the yard we constructed new cedar fences to provide updated and additional privacy. In addition, we poured a new concrete wall to replace the existing retaining wall and play off the new modern vibe.

Lakefront Terrace, Yarrow Point

SCJ Studio Landscape Architecture

Photo of a large contemporary sloped full sun xeriscape in Seattle with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

LANDSCAPE DESIGNS

User

decorative stepping stones laid in decorative rock with contrasting colors, drought tolerant plants
Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts backyard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and brick pavers.

Foothills Get Away

The Horticulture Consultant & Design

Photo of a large country backyard full sun xeriscape in Denver with a fire feature and natural stone pavers.

Tucson Reclaims the Turf

Santa Rita Landscaping, Inc.

Photographer: Jasmine Hungerford
Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Phoenix with a garden path and gravel.

Beige Xeriscape Design Ideas

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.