Design ideas for an expansive contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape in Denver with a fire feature, natural stone pavers and a metal fence.

PNW Outdoor Living Reimagined

Casa Smith Designs, LLC

Photo of a large traditional front yard full sun xeriscape in Portland with concrete pavers, a metal fence and a fire feature.

Detail 'stallion wire' vines

BE Landscape Design

This growing family needed to maximize their outdoor space. BE Landscape Design, elevated the Master BR deck, and fire-pit, designed a multi level BBQ for easy access to both lounge and dining areas. The retaining wall was removed and replaced with a nook for a built in dining bench. The large retaining wall was painted graphite grey, and faced with sturdy 'stallion wire' to support scented and flowering vines. The hillside was planted with native and shade tolerant plants.

Summer Gardens & Pool Paradise, Allentown, NJ

Garden Artisans LLC

Our client's childhood memories of summer fun in her parents' pool and family time on Long Beach Island, NJ is what she wanted to recreate for her own children in the comfort of their backyard. The client's wish list included a pool that was versatile for all ages and activities. We teamed up with Liquidscapes to assist with the pool design process to ensure functionality and quality was achieved. The saltwater pool has a swim lane, sun-shelf, deck jets, built-in seating and a raised spa with an 8' spillway! The pool deck is built with limestone, which remains cool in the hot sun. A custom pavilion cantilevers the deep end of the pool serving as a shady poolside lounge. The wavy garden beds were designed to complement the freeform shape of the pool. The landscape consists of multi-layered magnolias, ilex, and cryptomeria to ensure privacy year round. Fagus, lagerstroemia, and cotinus add in-season privacy, color, and contrast. The large garden beds are filled with lush hydrangeas, perennials, perennial grasses, and ferns. During our presentation for the front of the property, which is the final phase of this project, our client said to us: "Over the years we have dealt with many design and build companies and we're very happy we finally found one that is a pleasure to work with and cares about delivering high quality results.”

Saguaro Grove

AFT Construction

Large transitional backyard full sun outdoor sport court in Phoenix with a fire feature, concrete pavers and a metal fence for summer.

Outdoor living in Santa Luz

Jesse York, Landscape Designer

Upon purchasing their new home, the homeowners were faced with a backyard that was entirely overgrown and not fit for use. With aspirations of extending their indoor living to the outdoors, they envisioned adding a pool to cater to their family's love for swimming and their fondness for hosting gatherings. The final design transformed the space into a highly functional and fashionable outdoor oasis, featuring a pool and spa complemented by a natural rock water feature, a Trex sun deck, a cozy fire pit with ample seating, a BBQ island complete with a bar top for outdoor dining, and a spacious covered patio attached to the back of the house.

Hillsborough Mediterranean Resort Living

Kristen Rudger Landscape Design

Large mediterranean backyard garden in San Francisco with a fire feature, natural stone pavers and a metal fence.

Upper Skyway Pool and Outdoor Living

Accent Landscapes

This landscape is designed for play. Featuring a sports court, play set, in ground trampoline, bocce ball court, putting green, and a pool offer lots of outdoor sport and play activities.

Santa Cruz Sustainable

K & D Landscaping, Inc.

Residential home in Santa Cruz, CA This stunning front and backyard project was so much fun! The plethora of K&D's scope of work included: smooth finished concrete walls, multiple styles of horizontal redwood fencing, smooth finished concrete stepping stones, bands, steps & pathways, paver patio & driveway, artificial turf, TimberTech stairs & decks, TimberTech custom bench with storage, shower wall with bike washing station, custom concrete fountain, poured-in-place fire pit, pour-in-place half circle bench with sloped back rest, metal pergola, low voltage lighting, planting and irrigation! (*Adorable cat not included)

Modern Farmhouse Landscaping | Social Front Yard

Lavender Landscape Design Co.

Photo of a country front yard full sun garden in Phoenix with a fire feature, decking and a metal fence.

Sereno Canyon Enclave Model

Creative Environments

Creative Environments created two custom front yard and backyard designs for the Sereno Canyon Enclave Model in Scottsdale, Arizona. This backyard features metal water features as well as an outdoor kitchen and a very unique acrylic swimming pool. Call (480) 777-9305 to learn more about this space.

Outdoor living in Santa Luz

Jesse York, Landscape Designer

Mid-Century Ranch Makeover

Native Edge Landscape

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Mid-sized backyard full sun xeriscape in Austin with a metal fence, a fire feature and gravel for summer.

Adero Canyon Marden and Meyers Model

Creative Environments

We provide award-winning pool, spa, landscape design, and construction services. Contact our team today at https://creativeenvironments.com/contact-us/.

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Altera Landscape

Landscape Architect: V3 Studio Berzunza / Photography: Jeri Koegel
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun garden for summer in Orange County with a fire feature, concrete pavers and a metal fence.

Scandinavian Townhouse - Courtyard

DGK Architects

Enhancing the rear yard of the site we integrated a sunken courtyard, making the area feel bigger and providing an extra layer of privacy from the neighbouring sites. – DGK Architects

Saguaro Grove

AFT Construction

Design ideas for a large transitional backyard full sun outdoor sport court for summer in Phoenix with a fire feature, concrete pavers and a metal fence.

Trilogy Entertainment

Giardinello Landscape & Design, LLC

New Trilogy construction that includes Silver-Beige Travertine patio, custom propane firepit, artificial turf and custom, outdoor kitchen with pizza oven.

Side entrance to lounge area

BE Landscape Design

Guadalajara, San Clemente Coastal Modern Remodel

Eyoh Design

Guadalajara, San Clemente Coastal Modern Remodel This major remodel and addition set out to take full advantage of the incredible view and create a clear connection to both the front and rear yards. The clients really wanted a pool and a home that they could enjoy with their kids and take full advantage of the beautiful climate that Southern California has to offer. The existing front yard was completely given to the street, so privatizing the front yard with new landscaping and a low wall created an opportunity to connect the home to a private front yard. Upon entering the home a large staircase blocked the view through to the ocean so removing that space blocker opened up the view and created a large great room. Indoor outdoor living was achieved through the usage of large sliding doors which allow that seamless connection to the patio space that overlooks a new pool and view to the ocean. A large garden is rare so a new pool and bocce ball court were integrated to encourage the outdoor active lifestyle that the clients love. The clients love to travel and wanted display shelving and wall space to display the art they had collected all around the world. A natural material palette gives a warmth and texture to the modern design that creates a feeling that the home is lived in. Though a subtle change from the street, upon entering the front door the home opens up through the layers of space to a new lease on life with this remodel.

Garden Design Ideas with a Fire Feature and a Metal Fence

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.