New landscape remodel, include concrete, lighting, outdoor living space and drought resistant planting.
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape for spring in San Francisco with a fire feature, decomposed granite and a wood fence.

Arbors

Viking Fence

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard shaded garden for spring in Dallas with concrete pavers.

Southcliff

Gardens for Living

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard shaded garden for spring in Charlotte with a garden path and mulch.

Landscape photography

lensi designs photography

Tulip - 'Willem Van Oranje' 1933 Heirloom double early tulip
Photo of a garden for spring in New York.

Oakland Landscape Transformation

Art Garden Design

For this backyard we regarded the entire lot. To maximize the backyard space, we used Redwood boards to created two decks, 1) an upper deck level with the upper unit, with wrapping stairs landing on a paver patio, and 2) a lower deck level with the lower unit and connecting to the main patio. The steep driveway was regraded with drainage and stairs to provide an activity patio with seating and custom built shed. We repurposed about 60 percent of the demoed concrete to build urbanite retaining walls along the Eastern side of the house. A Belgard Paver patio defines the main entertaining space, with stairs that lead to a flagstone patio and spa, small fescue lawn, and perimeter of edible fruit trees.

Hitchin Barn Garden

Amanda Broughton Garden Design

Contemporary backyard full sun garden in London with gravel for spring.

Culver City Garden Oasis

BE Landscape Design

Allen Haren
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Los Angeles with gravel.

Blending Contemporary Simplicity with Classic Elegance

Elemental Design Group

Small pergola area with outdoor grill and kitchen.
This is an example of a large contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in San Francisco with concrete pavers and a wood fence.

Mid Century Modern Fencing Revival

Heath Carpentry

Mid-sized midcentury front yard partial sun garden in Los Angeles with concrete pavers for spring.

Kimberlie Ct Project

Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design

Outdoor Living Room and Kitchen in grand Gazebo, Custom wood ceiling w/skylights & infrared heaters, Large bar area with lighting. Grand Fireplace (gas & wood) with wood storage bins. Flagstone flooring extends to dining patio. Kitchen area has wood fired pizza oven. Photos: Bill Burk

Malvern | Wattle House

Catnik Design Studio

MALVERN | WATTLE HOUSE Front garden Design | Stone Masonry Restoration | Colour selection The client brief was to design a new fence and entrance including garden, restoration of the façade including verandah of this old beauty. This gorgeous 115 year old, villa required extensive renovation to the façade, timberwork and verandah. Withing this design our client wanted a new, very generous entrance where she could greet her broad circle of friends and family. Our client requested a modern take on the ‘old’ and she wanted every plant she has ever loved, in her new garden, as this was to be her last move. Jill is an avid gardener at age 82, she maintains her own garden and each plant has special memories and she wanted a garden that represented her many gardens in the past, plants from friends and plants that prompted wonderful stories. In fact, a true ‘memory garden’. The garden is peppered with deciduous trees, perennial plants that give texture and interest, annuals and plants that flower throughout the seasons. We were given free rein to select colours and finishes for the colour palette and hardscaping. However, one constraint was that Jill wanted to retain the terrazzo on the front verandah. Whilst on a site visit we found the original slate from the verandah in the back garden holding up the raised vegetable garden. We re-purposed this and used them as steppers in the front garden. To enhance the design and to encourage bees and birds into the garden we included a spun copper dish from Mallee Design. A garden that we have had the very great pleasure to design and bring to life. Residential | Building Design Completed | 2020 Building Designer Nick Apps, Catnik Design Studio Landscape Designer Cathy Apps, Catnik Design Studio Construction | Catnik Design Studio Lighting | LED Outdoors_Architectural

GARDEN STRUCTURES

Dovetail Group LLC

Rustic fencing, rough cut white oak boards in random lengths make for a visually interesting fence which is extremely weather resistant
Design ideas for a large country side yard full sun garden for spring in Philadelphia with a vegetable garden.

Arid Landscaping

City Landscapes & General Contractors Ltd.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary front yard full sun xeriscape for spring in Other with a garden path and gravel.

Colorado Springs Parade Homes

Accent Landscapes

Front entry courtyard formed by boulder retaining walls and colorful plantings.
Photo of a large front yard full sun driveway for spring in Denver with with path, mulch and a metal fence.

Wall Mounted Pottery

Conscious Environments Inc.

A pot is mounted to a wall with travertine tile cladding and stucco arch to make this a unique visual feature to the garden.
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean side yard partial sun xeriscape for spring in Orange County with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Fencing and Gates

Green Environment Landscape, Inc.

Mid-sized traditional front yard full sun driveway in San Francisco with brick pavers for spring.

Coogee Entry Garden

Naturesque

Design ideas for a small mediterranean front yard full sun xeriscape for spring in Perth with a garden path and decking.

French Inspiration - Suburban Garden

Princeton Design Collaborative

Gate detail at Pivot hardware
Mid-sized modern backyard full sun xeriscape in Philadelphia with with path and concrete pavers for spring.

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有限会社小林設計所

店舗部分オープンテラス
Photo of a large industrial front yard partial sun outdoor sport court for spring in Other with with path, decking and a wood fence.

GARDEN STRUCTURES

Dovetail Group LLC

Garden Design Ideas for Spring

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.