Completed in 2013, this stunning Italianate Mediterranean Villa is located in Highland Park, Texas and stands out in an already distinct architectural neighborhood. This project was designed and installed by Harold Leidner Landscape Architects. The expansive property features a lush landscaping, front motor court with travertine pavers and a luxury pool and spa. The pool area was designed to have a private resort feel to allow for entertaining. In addition to the spacious loggia and cabana spaces, the owner also wanted to have shade protection near the water, so a custom designed pavilion was built on the end of the pool to provide a shaded destination with cushion lounges that extend out into the water, flanked by fountains and adjacent to a fire bowl feature with a classic fire place surround. A truly elegant outdoor space for parties and entertaining with a sophisticated, modern flavor.

Hudson River Horse Farm

Groundswell Design Group Inc.

This is an example of a country front yard driveway in Philadelphia.

Spicewood Ranch

Waterloo Outdoor Design Build

This is an example of a large modern front yard garden in Austin with concrete pavers.

Palo Alto 2

Randy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape Architecture

Lighted entrance at dusk.Jason Liske, photographer
This is an example of a modern front yard garden in San Francisco.

Shady Canyon

Altera Landscape

Photography: Jeri Koegel
This is an example of a large front yard full sun formal garden in Orange County with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Red Sand

Coy Land Techs

Our team helped design and construct a modern front yard that would allow the homeowner to go out of two for weeks at a time without worrying about maintenance. The project included 5 tons of dirt removal, drip irrigation, decomposed granite, over 100 plants, two toned stained concrete, red sand, mulch, decorative rocks.

Sundance Renovation

Showcase Landscape & Irrigation

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional front yard full sun xeriscape in Denver with natural stone pavers.

Landscaping a small space

Morgan Howarth Photography

©Morgan Howarth Photography
Contemporary front yard full sun driveway in DC Metro with natural stone pavers.

Bird Key Modern

Michael A. Gilkey, Inc.

The strong lines of the hardscape design work to give balance to the rise of the elevated floor for the home.
This is an example of a modern front yard driveway in Tampa with concrete pavers.

Cardiff Remodel

ProPacific Builders, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in San Diego with a fire feature and concrete pavers.

Miami Beach "Tree of Life"

David Font Design

This is an example of a large transitional front yard full sun garden for summer in Miami with concrete pavers.

Desert Landscapes

Trademark Landscape

Photo of a large front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in Phoenix with gravel.

Driveways & Curb Appeal

Bricks and Stones Supply

Traditional style driveway using Techo-Bloc's Villagio pavers.
Expansive traditional front yard partial sun driveway in Philadelphia with a container garden and concrete pavers.

Orlando Beach Home Lighting

Elegant Custom Images

Photo of a large tropical front yard full sun driveway for summer in Orlando with a garden path and brick pavers.

Canadienne modernisée

Paysages Rodier

Véronique Côté
Mid-sized traditional front yard full sun garden in Montreal with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

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CORNERSTONE LAWN SERVICES

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard shaded formal garden for spring in DC Metro with mulch.

Driveway Gate and Curb Appeal - Davidsonville, MD

LiveWell Outdoors

www.SharperCut.com. Photos by Matchbook Productions. Client had us create a landscape design for property. First phase included entrance way plantings to compliment architecture of home with landscape lighting.

Who Needs Vacation?

Groff Landscape Design, LLC

Design ideas for a large traditional front yard shaded garden in DC Metro with a garden path and brick pavers.

Greening the suburbs

User

A view of the poured concrete water feature in the afternoon light. All of this was once a mown front lawn, as boring from the street as it was from the house. Photo- Chris Jacobson, GardenArt Group

Contemporary at Desert Mountain

Urban Design Associates

Craftsman style courtyard with natural stone pavers, stone retaining wall, and drought tolerant landscaping. Architect: Urban Design Associates Interiors: Ashley P. Designs Photography: Thompson Photographic

Blue Front Yard Garden 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.