Garden Design Ideas

Podology Landscape Architecture, Construction and Maintenance Tom Ferguson Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary backyard garden in Sydney with a garden path.
Concrete pavers different sizes? - michael_truloff26

This walled Woollahra courtyard garden was built as an entry to a recently renovated house but also as a private relaxation space. Through a laser cut corten steel entry gate you get glimpses of a private oasis beyond. Its rich warm brown colour is perfectly matched with the new spotted gum decking on the porch and the feature downlight by the front door. Soft gravel and steeping stones outside and through the gate draw the visitor in adding a soft and organic feel. Three steps lead to a generous deck wrapping around a corner to reveal more space for entertaining and an outdoor lounge. Planted here is some Boston ivy that will grow up the wall and further green up the space creating a seasonal element with its autumn leaves. An eclectic and varied planting palette of different leaf shapes and colours creates texture and stands out against the white walls. Plants were also chosen for their hardiness and low maintenance requirements. Two Olives planted within the gravel provide a light canopy and a frangipani near the lounge will be great to sit under as it grows taller over the years. The resulting garden is not only a lovely entry for the residents and their visitors but also a spot where they can sit and relax.
Use of plants to soften the drop from deck - dallas_baird

Design ideas for a large tropical backyard partial sun garden for summer in Sunshine Coast with natural stone pavers and a retaining wall.
Plant surrounds using our stones - anita_isma

Design ideas for a contemporary courtyard partial sun garden in Sunshine Coast.
Like the focal point of a potted tree in the courtyard - louisa_webb

Brigid Arnott
Country sloped full sun xeriscape in Sydney with brick pavers for spring.
Stables and rooms above - angelica_downey

Traditional backyard garden in Sydney with natural stone pavers.
what kind of tree is this?? - petermaher_ie

Contemporary garden in Darwin.
trellis - robynmaros

Large tropical backyard full sun formal garden in Sydney with gravel for summer.
i want something like this..... - villarino_christopher

Derek Swalwell
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard garden in Melbourne.
Pots for alfresco dining area - webuser_852605971

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional garden in Melbourne with a garden path and natural stone pavers.
Like the tiles and the edge under the gutter - kathy_tenison

Fatfish Photography
Design ideas for a beach style courtyard garden in Gold Coast - Tweed with a garden path and decking.
outdoor pool, screening, outdoor shower, cabana - jenniferowenjo

Matthew Densley
Modern garden in Sydney.
Love the clean look to the back entertainment area - webuser_64281341

Asian garden in Geelong.
This beautiful Geelong garden takes its elemental inspiration from ancient Chinese gardens. Whilst it uses Australian native plants, the walkway, rocks and water create a tranquil space. Water is also a very important elemental feature of Japanese gardens. - webuser_770271732

@VillaStyling
Design ideas for a modern backyard garden in Sunshine Coast.
Outdoor bath ❤️ - tanialouise33

Celebration Homes
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary front yard full sun driveway in Perth with a container garden and gravel.
dark roofing, whites and timber tones. - anne_brooke

Courtyard - Sand Pit Beach House at Avoca Beach by Architecture Saville Isaacs Project Summary Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ The core idea of people living and engaging with place is an underlying principle of our practice, given expression in the manner in which this home engages with the exterior, not in a general expansive nod to view, but in a varied and intimate manner. The interpretation of experiencing life at the beach in all its forms has been manifested in tangible spaces and places through the design of pavilions, courtyards and outdoor rooms. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ A progression of pavilions and courtyards are strung off a circulation spine/breezeway, from street to beach: entry/car court; grassed west courtyard (existing tree); games pavilion; sand+fire courtyard (=sheltered heart); living pavilion; operable verandah; beach. The interiors reinforce architectural design principles and place-making, allowing every space to be utilised to its optimum. There is no differentiation between architecture and interiors: Interior becomes exterior, joinery becomes space modulator, materials become textural art brought to life by the sun.   Project Description Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ The core idea of people living and engaging with place is an underlying principle of our practice, given expression in the manner in which this home engages with the exterior, not in a general expansive nod to view, but in a varied and intimate manner. The house is designed to maximise the spectacular Avoca beachfront location with a variety of indoor and outdoor rooms in which to experience different aspects of beachside living. Client brief: home to accommodate a small family yet expandable to accommodate multiple guest configurations, varying levels of privacy, scale and interaction. A home which responds to its environment both functionally and aesthetically, with a preference for raw, natural and robust materials. Maximise connection – visual and physical – to beach. The response was a series of operable spaces relating in succession, maintaining focus/connection, to the beach. The public spaces have been designed as series of indoor/outdoor pavilions. Courtyards treated as outdoor rooms, creating ambiguity and blurring the distinction between inside and out. A progression of pavilions and courtyards are strung off circulation spine/breezeway, from street to beach: entry/car court; grassed west courtyard (existing tree); games pavilion; sand+fire courtyard (=sheltered heart); living pavilion; operable verandah; beach. Verandah is final transition space to beach: enclosable in winter; completely open in summer. This project seeks to demonstrates that focusing on the interrelationship with the surrounding environment, the volumetric quality and light enhanced sculpted open spaces, as well as the tactile quality of the materials, there is no need to showcase expensive finishes and create aesthetic gymnastics. The design avoids fashion and instead works with the timeless elements of materiality, space, volume and light, seeking to achieve a sense of calm, peace and tranquillity. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ Focus is on the tactile quality of the materials: a consistent palette of concrete, raw recycled grey ironbark, steel and natural stone. Materials selections are raw, robust, low maintenance and recyclable. Light, natural and artificial, is used to sculpt the space and accentuate textural qualities of materials. Passive climatic design strategies (orientation, winter solar penetration, screening/shading, thermal mass and cross ventilation) result in stable indoor temperatures, requiring minimal use of heating and cooling. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ Accommodation is naturally ventilated by eastern sea breezes, but sheltered from harsh afternoon winds. Both bore and rainwater are harvested for reuse. Low VOC and non-toxic materials and finishes, hydronic floor heating and ventilation ensure a healthy indoor environment. Project was the outcome of extensive collaboration with client, specialist consultants (including coastal erosion) and the builder. The interpretation of experiencing life by the sea in all its forms has been manifested in tangible spaces and places through the design of the pavilions, courtyards and outdoor rooms. The interior design has been an extension of the architectural intent, reinforcing architectural design principles and place-making, allowing every space to be utilised to its optimum capacity. There is no differentiation between architecture and interiors: Interior becomes exterior, joinery becomes space modulator, materials become textural art brought to life by the sun. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/
Love the sand around the fire pit - webuser_860145111

Julian Gries
Inspiration for a contemporary garden in Melbourne.
Sunny aspect of the back garden - webuser_64281341

An recreation area featuring a giant chessboard was designed and installed by Penfold Projects, with the checked chessboard created using paver steppers on turf, and giant chess pieces that were custom ordered.
Yard - annie129