Mirador Builders Custom designed Concrete Tile Risers Custom Cut Fir Rafter Tails
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean front yard partial sun garden in Houston with a garden path and brick pavers.

Vegas Spanish Villa

David Marquardt Architectural Photography

David Marquardt
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean backyard partial sun formal garden in Las Vegas with a container garden and natural stone pavers.

Spanish Revival Style

Gravel To Gold, Inc.

We designed this sprawling landscape at our Spanish Revival style project in Rancho Santa Fe to reflect our clients' vision of a colorful planting palette to compliment the custom ceramic tile mosaics, hand made iron work, stone and tile paths and patios, and the stucco fire pit and walls. All of these features were designed and installed by Gravel To Gold, Inc.

Stockbridge Residence

Verdance Landscape Architecture

Gravel paths with cobblestone borders wend throughout the property; exuberant cutting-flower beds are punctuated by Italian cypress trees. A cedar pergola surrounded by rose varieties bridges the main and guest residences.

Lake of the Ozarks Remodel

NSPJ Architects

Expansive mediterranean sloped full sun garden in Kansas City with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers for summer.

Pete's Mountain, West Linn Oregon

All Oregon Landscaping

Expansive river estate
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean front yard full sun driveway in Portland with with pond.

Palm Beach Private Estate

Cross Design Group - Lighting Design Consultants

Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean courtyard full sun formal garden for spring in Miami with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Private Residence, The Woodlands, TX

Light It Right

Zvonkovic Photography
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean front yard garden in Houston.

Hilltop Estate with Sweeping San Francisco Views

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Astonishing luxury and resort-like amenities in this gated, entirely private, and newly-refinished, approximately 14,000 square foot residence on approximately 1.4 level acres. The living quarters comprise the five-bedroom, five full, and three half-bath main residence; the separate two-level, one bedroom, one and one-half bath guest house with kitchenette; and the separate one bedroom, one bath au pair apartment. The luxurious amenities include the curved pool, spa, sauna and steam room, tennis court, large level lawns and manicured gardens, recreation/media room with adjacent wine cellar, elevator to all levels of the main residence, four-car enclosed garage, three-car carport, and large circular motor court. The stunning main residence provides exciting entry doors and impressive foyer with grand staircase and chandelier, large formal living and dining rooms, paneled library, and dream-like kitchen/family area. The en-suite bedrooms are large with generous closet space and the master suite offers a huge lounge and fireplace. The sweeping views from this property include Mount Tamalpais, Sausalito, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, and the East Bay. Few homes in Marin County can offer the rare combination of privacy, captivating views, and resort-like amenities in newly finished, modern detail. Total of seven bedrooms, seven full, and four half baths. 185 Gimartin Drive Tiburon CA Presented by Bill Bullock and Lydia Sarkissian Decker Bullock Sotheby's International Realty www.deckerbullocksir.com

Folsom Lake Overlook

Wu-Way Landscape

photo by Jim Pyle
Photo of an expansive mediterranean sloped full sun garden for fall in Sacramento with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers.

Grace Design Associates

Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

This is a turtle pond and boulder lined creek. This custom made water feature has a very Santa Barbara look and feel.
Expansive mediterranean sloped full sun garden in Santa Barbara with with pond.

Mediterranean Garden in San Anselmo, CA

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

A tapestry of color and texture that includes Stachys ' Big Ears, Snow-in-Summer, Penstemon 'Margarita BOP', Breath of Heaven and New Zealand Flax. Landscape Design and Photo: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design, Colorful plant combinations and groupings along a decomposed pathway in a San Anselmo garden in northern California. Phormiums, native Penstemon, Snow in Summer, Lambs Ears and other colorful plants create a beautiful low-water tapestry of plant groupings at the home's front entrance. Photo and Design: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Rancho Santa Fe Spanish Colonial

Torrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc

Aloe Ferox, Iris, Anigozanthos, Agapanthus Design- Harry Thompson, Torrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc A San Diego Home and Garden 2014 award winner Maintenance- Torrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc, A CLCA award winner Photo-Martin Mann

Timeless Elegance

Guided Home Design

Joe Cotitta Epic Photography joecotitta@cox.net: Builder: Eagle Luxury Property
Photo of an expansive mediterranean garden in Phoenix with with outdoor playset.

Sonoma Estate

Reyes Landscape Construction

Lavender is planted at the base of the lawn, olive trees are planted in the background, by the pool are sea lavender and rush.
Expansive mediterranean backyard full sun garden in San Francisco with a water feature and natural stone pavers for summer.

montecito restoration 8

Gary Fredricks Landscape Design

Photo of an expansive mediterranean backyard formal garden in Santa Barbara with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Guadalmina (Exterior)

LEBANON estudio

Expansive mediterranean garden in Malaga.

LA CASA DEL LAGO

FreeHand Arquitectura

En el exterior, un juego de volúmenes y materiales van creando terrazas integradas a la inclinación del terreno a modo de anfiteatro sobre el lago. En su desarrollo parecen desintegrarse según se acercan al agua y concluyen en una piscina infinita que rebosa hacia el lago.

Mediterranean: Euclid

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

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.

Malibu Rocky Oaks Estate Vineyards

Landscapes by Jeffery, Inc.

Photo of an expansive mediterranean backyard full sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and gravel.

Expansive Mediterranean Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean Garden for Your Home

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