The brief of this project was very clear and simple. The clients wanted to transform their overgrown and non functional back yard to a usuable and practical space. The location is in Rye, Vic. The solution was to build tiered retaining walls to stabilize the slope and create level and usuable platforms. This proved challanging as the soil mostly contains sand, especially here on the lower end of the peninsula, which made excavating easy however difficult to retain the cut once excavated. Therefore the retaining walls had to be constructed in stages, bottom wall to top wall, back filling and stabilizing the hill side as the next wall got erected. The end result met all expectations of the clients and the back yard was transformed from an unusable slope to a functional and secure space.

Manutti River Garden Armchair from Go Modern

Go Modern Furniture

The River Garden Armchair is made in Belgium by luxury garden furniture brand Manutti. Characterised by its low to the ground design and extra deep seating, River embraces the latest down to earth trends. Hand made from easy to clean Old Grey 6mm wicker which is resistant to extreme temperatures, Uv rays, as well as sea & pool water. The finishing on this range of modern garden furniture is flawless and the fabric used for cushions is very comfortable to the touch. Seams are sewn and welded and if a drop of water does manage get through it will drain away through the bottom of the specially designed cushions. Manutti have used a designer to create two hand picked colour combinations which they feel complement this collection perfectly, you can see them here. However, they have a vast range of alternative fabrics if you prefer, which you can see if you click here. The scatter cushion shown on the armchair is included. The River garden furniture collection includes this garden armchair, a sofa and two sun loungers. Belgian company Manutti produce excellent quality contemporary outdoor furniture that looks like indoor furniture, but is actually completely weather proof and made with high tech materials. For more information, including trade enquiries please call us on 020 7731 9540, or visit our London showroom to see samples. https://www.gomodern.co.uk/store/manutti-garden-furniture/ https://www.gomodern.co.uk/store/

Meditation Garden

The Crafted Garden

Beds outside window of newly installed meditation room. Local black stone make up the low walls and local blue stone was used for the patio. Susan Irving

BEAVERLAKE

Craig Tuttle Construction, Inc.

Photo of an expansive beach style backyard full sun formal garden in Omaha with decking.

Perfekte Symbiose aus altem Bestand und neu angelegtem Areal

Werner Frick - Garten- und Landschaftsbau

Natursteinmauern und interessante Pflasterungen schaffen Gliederung auf großen Flächen. Als Hangverbauungen und Hangbefestigungen fügen sich Natursteinmauern harmonisch ins Gelände ein und geben Halt.

Shoreline, Embankment & Bunkie

Headstart Construction Inc.

Expansive traditional sloped partial sun garden in Other with with rock feature and river rock for summer.

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Villani Landshapers

Photo of an expansive traditional sloped full sun garden for summer in Milwaukee with a water feature.

Moraga Gardening Oasis

Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.

Steve Lambert Belgard Paver Driveway
Design ideas for an expansive traditional front yard full sun driveway for spring in San Francisco with a vegetable garden and mulch.

Stone Paver Driveway

Native Design & Hardscape

Builder/Contractor: Luxe Homes and Designs Photographer: Beth Fellhoelter
Design ideas for an expansive arts and crafts side yard full sun driveway in Other with brick pavers.

Jonestown

Total Package Landscape, LLC

close shot of 1st stream- pure beauty
Expansive modern side yard partial sun garden in Philadelphia with concrete pavers and with pond for spring.

Golden, CO

Lifescape Colorado.

Design ideas for an expansive eclectic sloped xeriscape in Denver with natural stone pavers.

James S's Roof King Platinum Basketball System on a 20x25 in Largo, FL

Pro Dunk Hoops

Roof-mounted, the Roof King Platinum Basketball System James chose brings the game to his Largo, FL neighborhood. Pro Dunk has the solutions. Who's next? This is a Roof King Platinum Basketball System that was purchased in March of 2010. It was installed on a 20 ft wide by a 25 ft deep playing area in Largo, FL. Browse all of James S's photos navigate to: http://www.produnkhoops.com/photos/albums/james-20x25-roof-king-platinum-basketball-system-172/

Eine Gartenoase rund um den eigenen Badeteich

Werner Frick - Garten- und Landschaftsbau

Das Schaffen stilistisch abgetrennter Bereiche rund um den eigenen Schwimmteich mit Sitzflächen, Mauern, Gehwegen und Stegen verleiht diesem Garten Abwechslungsreichtum und gibt Ihnen die Möglichkeit ihn immer wieder neu zu entdecken.

Природный сад. Жуковка XXI век. 2017-2018 гг.

ARCADIA GARDEN Ландшафтная Студия

Два года каждодневного труда с жесткими сроками и числом рабочих до 50 человек в день, и интереснейший проект большого природного сада стал реальностью. В нем все необычно - от бионической архитектуры и оригинального решения рельефа, до открытости ветрам, речным красотам и взорам гуляющих людей. Дом идеально вписывается в существующий и созданный рельеф, давая возможность плавно подняться на террасы второго этажа прямо с земли. Панорамное остекление создает теснейшую связь с садом, а великолепный вид на реку обрамляют выразительные посадки деревьев. В этом огромная сила его очарования для хозяев. Воплощение этого масштабного проекта позволило реализовать наш прошлый опыт устройства мощения эластопейв, в котором очень важно выбрать правильный цвет гальки с учетом потемнения от смолы, создания авторских живописных водоемов с большими камнями и водопадами, правда все предыдущие были бетонные и не мельче 170 см, для плаванья, а этот спроектировали- мелким, пологим и гравийным, предусмотрев зону зимовки рыбы, облицовки подпорных стен габионами -выполнили очень качественно, с двумя видами камня, устройства ландшафтного освещения с 18 отдельными линиями включения. Из нового опыта - устройство спортивной площадки с искусственным газоном на гравийном основании с мачтами освещения, создание огорода с грядками из кортеновской стали, налитие большого бетонного моста из плит через пруд. Все растения мы заботливо выбирали в Германии, уделяя большое внимание кроне, характеру формовки, многолетники в количестве 40 тыс. мы дорастили в нашем питомнике, часть кустарников и высоких сосен - из российских питомников. В саду высажено 500 тыс луковичных, благодаря им с апреля по июль он превращается в яркое море красок и фактур. В течение года после сдачи работы на участке продолжились. Нам доверили весь уход. По просьбе заказчика мы переработали некоторые зоны, сделав их более приватными. Для этого лучшим решением оказались кулисы из стройных кедровых сосен с Алтая. Зону беседки мы дополнительно отделили от гуляющих вдоль реки посадкой большой группы формированных сосен Бонсай. Практичное мощение, мощные холмы, скрывающие забор, огромные площади трав и многолетников, высоченные раскидистые сосны, очень интересные по форме сосны Банкса, живописный водоем, отражающий дом – вот слагаемые неповторимого облика сада. Уже в июне поднимаются массивы трав, высотой по плечи, добавляющие глубину и создающие ощущение возврата в детство, в бескрайние луговые просторы. В прозрачный водоем залетают поплескаться дикие утки, а кошки интересуются его обитателями- карпами Кои, засев в зарослях ириса болотного. Основа проекта: Михаил Козлов. Доработка и реализация: Ландшафтная студия Аркадия Гарден фото: Диана Дубовицкая

Tudor Landscaping, Rancho Santa Fe CA

RJ Landscape Construction

This is an example of an expansive modern front yard full sun driveway for summer in San Diego with with path and natural stone pavers.

Lakeside Employee Lounge and Dining Space

BPI Outdoor Living

BPI Outdoor Living
Expansive modern courtyard full sun garden in Indianapolis with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

A contemporary Cotswold garden

Joanne Alderson Design

Tudor house with contemporary extension & corten steel amphitheatre. Here is the wild flower meadow full of camassia
Expansive contemporary front yard partial sun driveway in Oxfordshire with with flowerbed and natural stone pavers for spring.

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Waterfall Pond Supply

Inspiration for an expansive traditional backyard full sun garden in Seattle with with pond and mulch.

Front Walkway

Lowenoak Landscape Development

Photo of an expansive modern backyard garden in Other with natural stone pavers.

Grand entrance for new home on large property

Down2Earth Landscape Design

Joanne Shaw- Down2Earth Landscape Design This design creates an inviting entrance for this beautiful brand new home on a large property. Starting with a clean slate and providing the homeowners with solutions for the grade changes for the front entrance and gardens as well as parking pad location and screening. The gardens will grow in nicely to added year round seasonal interest to this space.

Expansive Grey 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.