Aaron Serafino California Photoworks
Traditional courtyard garden in San Diego.

Rittenhouse Reclaim

Groundswell Design Group Inc.

Photo of an eclectic courtyard garden in Philadelphia.

Fountain Park Pergola

Gainesville Ironworks

custom built pergola with grown in wisteria vine
This is an example of a large country courtyard full sun garden in Other with a metal fence.

Garden Lighting - Myers Park, Charlotte, NC

Limelight Outdoor Lighting

Flush mount pergola lighting. Narrow beam range so as to direct the light up each column but also gently illuminate the row of flowering bushes and Crepe Myrtles.

Southeast Supplements

G&S Contracting, LLC

This is an example of a small traditional courtyard shaded formal garden for summer in Other with concrete pavers and a wood fence.

Gartenzimmer

C.J.Wiegand Lebenswerte Gärten und Freiräume

Wasserschale aus Cortenstahl
Photo of a small contemporary courtyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Frankfurt with natural stone pavers and a metal fence.

Concrete stairs with a mid terrace courtyard, transition the front entry from th

Village Landscape Architecture

Inspiration for an expansive country courtyard full sun driveway for summer with a wood fence and concrete pavers.

Point Lonsdale II

Stonehouse + Irons Architecture

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.

Лукоморье

LD Studio

Photo of a traditional courtyard full sun formal garden for summer in Moscow.

Rosedale - Intimate Condo Courtyard

Infinite Possibilities Landscape & Design

This is an example of a small traditional courtyard shaded garden in Toronto with natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

West Virginia

McKEE CARSON

residential, site design, landscape architecture
Traditional courtyard garden in DC Metro with natural stone pavers.

Renaissance Villa in Florence

Anna_Piussi_Gardens

Custom-made cast iron rose arbor in historical walled garden, fronted by small lawn with geometric inset pattern. This garden takes patterns from the existing Renaissance garden, drafted in contemporary lines and planting, to integrate the new parts with the historical ones.

Outdoor Lighting For Living Space

Big Rock Landscaping

Light your living spaces so you can use them in the evening, but make sure it's gorgeous ground lighting and cafe lighting to make your space pop.
Inspiration for a traditional courtyard garden in Salt Lake City.

Back Garden Revamp, Little Chalfont

Chiltern Garden Design

Courtyard garden forming part of a larger country back garden. Areas are zoned using warm honeyed sandstone paving and rich tones of clay pavers toning in with the house, picking out paths across and along the courtyard to main entrances and exits. Soft perennial and shrub planting in shades of blue, white and lemon softens the spaces, whilst a traditional oak pergola covered with scented wisteria and jasmine creates a comfortable space to dine outdoors.

Santa Fe Makeover - Phoenix, AZ

Colorworks Landscape Design

Front entrance w/ custom Santa Fe door Travertine pathway Aluma pergola RV gate & utility entrance Travertine pad & landscape Front entrance & landscaping Front courtyard

One of a kind Mastic Beach landscape

Designscapes of Long Island

Easy Maintenance: Beauty Without the Burden We understand the importance of creating a space that's not only beautiful but also practical. This landscape design is crafted with easy maintenance in mind: Durable Materials: All elements are chosen for their longevity and resistance to weather conditions. Low-Maintenance Plants: Carefully selected vegetation requires minimal upkeep while providing year-round beauty. Efficient Irrigation: An intelligent watering system ensures your spiritual garden stays lush with minimal effort.

Garden Lighting - Myers Park, Charlotte, NC

Limelight Outdoor Lighting

Flush mount pergola lighting. Narrow beam range so as to direct the light up each column but also gently illuminate the row of flowering bushes and Crepe Myrtles.

Secluded courtyard garden

Beautiful Wild Garden and Landscape Design

The Wisteria was leaning and completely entwined with an old obelisk, so rather than cutting it out and starting again we pruned carefully, keeping some long stems, then supported the plant - obelisk and all - against the new curved arbour. This photo was taken the first spring after the garden was completed. Wisteria is perfect for growing over an arbour so that you can look up at it, and the scent is held within the space.

Wedding Pavilion

Charles Earl Landscape Architecture LLC

This gorgeous wedding pavilion situated on hill with a direct view of the water. Redesigned walkways and a planted pergola would make this an unforgettable spot.

Penny Lane

Design Focus International

Photo Credit: Laurendevon.com
This is an example of a contemporary courtyard garden in San Francisco with brick pavers.

Pergola Courtyard 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.