Took an unused space and created an inviting area to sit and relax
Photo of a front yard garden in San Francisco with a garden path.

Englewood, New Jersey Retaining Wall

Techo-Bloc

This retaining wall project in inspired by our Travertina Raw stone. The Travertina Raw collection has been extended to a double-sided, segmental retaining wall system. This product mimics the texture of natural travertine in a concrete material for wall blocks. Build outdoor raised planters, outdoor kitchens, seating benches and more with this wall block. This product line has enjoyed huge success and has now been improved with an ultra robust mix design, making it far more durable than the natural alternative. This is a perfect solution in freeze-thaw climates. Check out our website to shop the look! https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/walls/travertina-raw/

Englewood, New Jersey Retaining Wall

Techo-Bloc

Bright Twist on Traditional

Blue Ribbon Lady Landscaping

High contrast plantings that give interest throughout the year -- Sunshine Ligustrum and Ruby Falls Redbud create a strong backdrop for Carex Everillo, Kaleidoscope Abelia, Lamb's Ear, and Lantana.

North Dallas Elegance

Alterra Landscape Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard formal garden in Dallas.

Oak Pass Main House

Walker Workshop

Modern rooftop garden in Los Angeles.

Mid-Century Ranch | Front Yard

Greey Pickett

The renovation of this Mid-Century Ranch features the reintroduction of native plant species highlighted with steel planters, steppingstones, a ramada and small fountain. Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett Architect: Clint Miller Architect General Contractor: Sonora Sunset Construction Landscape Contractor: West Point Landscaping Photography: Steve Thompson

Our Work

Livolsi Hardscaping, LLC.

Design ideas for a small transitional front yard garden in Bridgeport with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Spanish Colonial Whole House Renovation

Allen Construction

The project included new landscape and hardscape to reflect a more formal garden setting. Architect: The Warner Group. Photographer: Kelly Teich
Design ideas for a large mediterranean front yard full sun formal garden in Santa Barbara with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Wallace Street Steps

Zaremba & Company

Concrete steps lead up to and through the wall, their cantilevered construction making them appear to float atop the landscape. Photo by George Dzahristos.

Planters & WIndow Boxes

Ted Carter Inspired Landscapes

Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard garden in Portland Maine with concrete pavers.

Planting Bed, Initial Installation

Tree and Stone Landscape Construction

Sweet woodruff and black-eyed susan in bloom
Inspiration for a front yard garden in Portland Maine with a garden path.

Park Slope Roof Garden Gets Makeover with Pergola and Decking

Amber Freda Garden Design

This rooftop garden, located in Brooklyn’s Park Slope, received a total design makeover, turning it from a barren space into a lush garden oasis. Our re-design included low-maintenance composite decking (rated for fire safety), a custom-built pergola, outdoor kitchen, and gorgeous, multi-level plantings. The style of the plantings is somewhere between an English garden and the Highline, giving an informal and slightly wild feeling to the space. Plantings include hydrangeas, ornamental grasses, evergreen arborvitaes and inkberry hollies, catmint, and creeping Jenny. All of the planters are irrigated using drip irrigation lines and illuminated at night via low-voltage landscape lighting. See more of our projects at www.amberfreda.com.

driveway and walkway with granite cobble border

Inventive Landscape Creations

Photo of a mid-sized country front yard full sun driveway in Boston with concrete pavers and with path.

West Seattle Modern Living

Orion Rockscapes

Photo of a modern front yard full sun garden for summer in Seattle with concrete pavers and a garden path.

Chic Sustainable Entry Garden- Los Feliz

Ketti Kupper Conscious Life Design

Concrete slab and deck sections create a path to the front door in a sea of decorative pebbles. This is all about the design and very limited water and maintenance needed. Photo by Ketti Kupper

Driveway Renovation

Direct Home Remodeling, Inc.

This Client needed to redo there driveway but didnt want to change the look of there house. Our team was able to find matching brick to the original house to create this captivation concrete and brick design.

Bird Key Modern

Michael A. Gilkey, Inc.

The strong lines of the hardscape design work to give balance to the rise of the elevated floor for the home.
Design ideas for a modern front yard driveway in Tampa with concrete pavers.

Arbol

Verner Architects

Fabric sunshade over outdoor dining
Inspiration for an expansive modern front yard shaded garden in San Francisco with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Colour Psychology - The Next Generation

Showhomes with Tracey McLeod

Carole Margand
Mid-sized contemporary front yard full sun xeriscape in Brisbane with a garden path and natural stone pavers for summer.

Front Yard and Rooftop 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.