Colonial New York Bluestone seating wall.
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic backyard xeriscape in Minneapolis with a retaining wall and brick pavers.

Harvest & Potter

Even Spaces

Inspiration for a small eclectic front yard partial sun xeriscape in Sydney with a vegetable garden and brick pavers.

Garden in the desert

GO Designs Inc.

Designed for good energy... Our client was looking to create a space for retreat, tranquility, serenity. The existing space was somewhat funky without balance and made it difficult to feel good. Working within an existing courtyard space, we were limited. No matter, our goal was to remedy this outdoor courtyard/sunset balcony space. Our idea was to keep the space cozy but create destination spaces where you can lay down in the grass and look up at the stars. Walk bare foot atop the different hardscape surfaces, reclaimed brick patio & walkway, Silvermist flagstone, terra cotta tiles & tiffway bermuda. The idea of sitting in front of a magical rock island stone fireplace reading a book, sharing conversation with family & friends gives us warm feelings. Bubbling water features dance through out this space creating sounds of trickling brooks you could only hear if you were in a far far away place. The courtyard walls disappear, with plants and trees wrapping there arms around our client while relaxing under a 45 year old ascalone olive tree. A healing garden was the finished product, so much, its a space that you don't ever want to leave....

Richmond

Amelia Bouquet Garden Design

A tiny garden design project for a charming cottage in Richmond
This is an example of a small eclectic courtyard partial sun garden in London with a container garden and brick pavers.

Vase Water Feature & Garden Wall

Winland's Complete Landscaping Service

Leonard Hill
Mid-sized eclectic backyard full sun formal garden in Columbus with a vegetable garden and brick pavers for summer.

Сад в д. Кузнечиха

Максим Шкирев

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Other with brick pavers.

Landscaped walkway to fenced dog run

Center Pointe Builders, LLC

The micro backyard was transformed into a gorgeous landscaped/lighted walkway to a fenced dog run.
Small eclectic backyard partial sun formal garden with with path and brick pavers for fall.

Fort Lilac

Ania Omski-Talwar Interior Design

East Bay Mediterranean stuccoed courtyard with late summer planting Ania Omski-Talwar Location: Danville, CA, USA The house was built in 1963 and is reinforced cinder block construction, unusual for California, which makes any renovation work trickier. The kitchen we replaced featured all maple cabinets and floors and pale pink countertops. With the remodel we didn’t change the layout, or any window/door openings. The cabinets may read as white, but they are actually cream with an antique glaze on a flat panel door. All countertops and backsplash are granite. The original copper hood was replaced by a custom one in zinc. Dark brick veneer fireplace is now covered in white limestone. The homeowners do a lot of entertaining, so even though the overall layout didn’t change, I knew just what needed to be done to improve function. The husband loves to cook and is beyond happy with his 6-burner stove. https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/90234951/list/zinc-range-hood-and-a-limestone-fireplace-create-a-timeless-look

'The House Among The Gum Trees' Happy Client

Outdoor Designs

This is an example of an expansive eclectic backyard full sun formal garden in Melbourne with with privacy feature and brick pavers.

Patio and Landscape Design in North Park, SD

BETWIXTdesign - Landscape & Interior Design

Design ideas for a large eclectic backyard full sun xeriscape in San Diego with brick pavers.

Richmond Road

Hannah Stanton Landscapes

Work in progress in Hackney. Three small back gardens and one front garden. German brick raised bed and floor to work with the new build house. A great backdrop of predominantly evergreen planting

hard landscaping - various projects

Helét van Blerk

Inspiration for an eclectic garden in Other with a retaining wall and brick pavers.

Isaac Peral MAD

Area Solutions Retail & Design SL

This is an example of an expansive eclectic backyard partial sun driveway in Madrid with a container garden and brick pavers.

Steps

Indian Rock Landscapes

Design ideas for an expansive eclectic backyard shaded formal garden for spring in Other with a vertical garden and brick pavers.

Redondo Beach succulent garden

Sandi Fields Landscape Design

Sandi Fields
This is an example of a large eclectic front yard full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with brick pavers.

Relaxed Southern Garden

Grove Hill Farm

Design ideas for a large eclectic backyard full sun garden in Houston with a garden path and brick pavers.

Home Headquarters (Urban Farmstead)

Grateful Beds

Cory Barton, Barton Design
Expansive eclectic partial sun garden in Minneapolis with brick pavers for summer.

Brick Paver Walkways

Superior Scape

A curving brick paver pathway leads to the front door.
Design ideas for an eclectic front yard garden in Detroit with with path and brick pavers.

West Los Angeles Residence

Green Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic front yard garden in Los Angeles with a garden path and brick pavers.

Charming Courtyards

Rosborough Partners Inc.

Courtyards provide a unique opportunity to create an intimate space designed to enhance the homeowner's lifestyle. (Photo by Mike Crews)
Eclectic partial sun garden in Chicago with brick pavers for fall.

Eclectic Garden Design Ideas with Brick Pavers

Get Inspired by Eclectic 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 eclectic 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 an Eclectic Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes an eclectic 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 an eclectic 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 eclectic 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.