Central courtyard forms the main secluded space, capturing northern sun while protecting from the south westerly windows off the ocean. Large sliding doors create visual links through the study and dining spaces from front to rear.

Custom Greenhouses

BC Greenhouse Builders Ltd

This 8x12 custom double glass greenhouse with vestibule is so inviting and offers a beautiful anchor to this Pacific Northwest garden.
Inspiration for a contemporary garden in Seattle.

Malvern | Wattle House

Catnik Design Studio

MALVERN | WATTLE HOUSE Front garden Design | Stone Masonry Restoration | Colour selection The client brief was to design a new fence and entrance including garden, restoration of the façade including verandah of this old beauty. This gorgeous 115 year old, villa required extensive renovation to the façade, timberwork and verandah. Withing this design our client wanted a new, very generous entrance where she could greet her broad circle of friends and family. Our client requested a modern take on the ‘old’ and she wanted every plant she has ever loved, in her new garden, as this was to be her last move. Jill is an avid gardener at age 82, she maintains her own garden and each plant has special memories and she wanted a garden that represented her many gardens in the past, plants from friends and plants that prompted wonderful stories. In fact, a true ‘memory garden’. The garden is peppered with deciduous trees, perennial plants that give texture and interest, annuals and plants that flower throughout the seasons. We were given free rein to select colours and finishes for the colour palette and hardscaping. However, one constraint was that Jill wanted to retain the terrazzo on the front verandah. Whilst on a site visit we found the original slate from the verandah in the back garden holding up the raised vegetable garden. We re-purposed this and used them as steppers in the front garden. To enhance the design and to encourage bees and birds into the garden we included a spun copper dish from Mallee Design. A garden that we have had the very great pleasure to design and bring to life. Residential | Building Design Completed | 2020 Building Designer Nick Apps, Catnik Design Studio Landscape Designer Cathy Apps, Catnik Design Studio Construction | Catnik Design Studio Lighting | LED Outdoors_Architectural

Seattle Cottage

SCJ Studio Landscape Architecture

pervious paver pathway leads to patio past purple perennials
Photo of a small arts and crafts front yard full sun xeriscape in Seattle with with privacy feature and concrete pavers.

Meditation Garden

Derviss Design

stone detail
This is an example of a small asian backyard partial sun garden for summer in Sacramento with with rock feature and river rock.

Tree of Life Backyard

Board & Vellum

Photo by Tina Witherspoon.
Mid-sized side yard garden in Seattle.

Taylor Farms Residence

TransArc Design

This is an example of a large backyard full sun xeriscape in Phoenix with a fire feature and gravel.

E17 Secluded Family Garden

Sarah Kay Garden Design

Japanese Anemones and Miscanthus provide semi transparent screens to the rest of the garden
Mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun garden in London with with raised garden bed and natural stone pavers for summer.

Beauty in Brownstown

GLC Lawn & Landscaping LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard full sun garden in Detroit with brick pavers.

Colorado Natural Landscape

SolMauna Creation + Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden for spring in Denver with natural stone pavers.

Southfields Garden

Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun garden for summer in London with natural stone pavers.

Flagstone and River Rock Walkway

Four Seasons Botanical

Flagstone and river rock walkway and landing.
This is an example of a mid-sized country front yard shaded garden in Austin with natural stone pavers.

Wood Fences

VIKING FENCE CO

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun driveway for spring in Austin with concrete pavers.

Planter Boxes

Riedel Precision Landscaping, Inc.

Large country side yard full sun garden in Other with a container garden and gravel for summer.

Trex Fences

Split Rail Fence Co Denver CO

Mid-sized traditional backyard full sun garden in Denver with a garden path and concrete pavers for fall.

Past Landscape Projects

Alpine Construction and Design Ltd.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun garden in Calgary with a water feature and gravel.

Japanese entrance

Laura Campbell Landscape Design

Laura Campbell
Small asian front yard full sun formal garden in Boston with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Stone Walls

Creative Masonry & Landscape of Cape Cod

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in Boston with a retaining wall and mulch.

More of Our Work

Meanix Landscaping

Short garden wall separates garden from lawn nicely. This patio was installed to support an above ground pool.
Mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun outdoor sport court in Philadelphia with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Above The Grade Landscape Project Photos

Above The Grade Landscape

Above The Grade Landscape
Photo of a mid-sized backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Other with a garden path and gravel.

Brown 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.