High-End Landscape Design with Custom Concrete Pool & Spa

This project was in the planning stages for several years for a complete landscape master plan that included a 6000 ft2 Unilock Umbriano driveway designed to accommodate parking for vehicles and create a grand entryway to the front door. Matured plantings from Oregon were brought in that included 20ft tall weeping Alaskan cedar, 6ft tall green mountain boxwood cones, 4-inch camber, tri-color beach, and other unique planting to compliment the architecture of the home.

Black Bear

Environmental Designs, Inc.

The steep grades were by far the biggest challenge to this project. In order to create a usable, safe and attractive space it was necessary to get creative with steps and boulders. Landscape Construction: Environmental Designs, Inc.; Landscape Architecture Design: MARPA

Cottage Garden

sticks and stones Landscape Design

Brigid Arnott
Mid-sized beach style front yard full sun xeriscape in Sydney with a garden path and decking for spring.

Succulent Container

Vista Horticultural Services, LLC

Inspiration for a contemporary xeriscape in Boston with with flowerbed and concrete pavers.

Royersford Front Hillside Garden

Donald Pell - Gardens

Karl Miller and Donald Pell
This is an example of a large sloped full sun garden for spring in Philadelphia with a garden path and gravel.

Contemporary Modern Rebuild on 10th Avenue & K Street

Laughlin Design Associates, Inc.

This large expanse of lawn needed a major make over. Designer added many color full water wise shrubs, ornamental grasses and perennials. Took out 85% of existing lawn and added a new patio, steps, garden with grow boxes and strategic screens too. Designed for maximum enjoyment and preserving/enhancing their views while saving much water and maintenance. Rick Laughlin, APLD

Seattle Silver Screen

SCJ Studio Landscape Architecture

A Seattle couple needed to take advantage of our amazing summer weather and asked for a way to watch movies outside. We were up to the challenge, designing a custom concrete bench that by day serves as built-in seating and transforms at night into a perfect spot to catch a flick on the fly! Other touches include modern planting and steel planters to match the contemporary feel of the home. Photos by Miranda Estes Photography

Fremont Firepit

Mark S. Garff, Landscape Architect

In Seattle's Fremont neighborhood SCJ Studio designed a new landscape to surround and set off a contemporary home by Coates Design Architects. The narrow spaces around the tall home needed structure and organization, and a thoughtful approach to layout and space programming. A concrete patio was installed with a Paloform Bento gas fire feature surrounded by lush, northwest planting. A horizontal board cedar fence provides privacy from the street and creates the cozy feeling of an outdoor room among the trees. LED low-voltage lighting by Kichler Lighting adds night-time warmth. Photography by: Miranda Estes Photography

Kensington, CA

Green Alchemy

Fresh concrete with repeating linear cutouts are planted with Elfin Thyme. A staggered path of limestone tiles will frame a forthcoming sculpture. Crushed salt and pepper quartz complete the low maintenance, low water use look.

Piestewa Peak Residence

BLACKHAūS Design

Cast concrete step pad connection to back patio.
Small contemporary backyard partial sun garden in Phoenix with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Hamptons Landscape

Topaz Design Group

Front landscape done for this hamptons home to add some curb appeal!
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun driveway for summer in New York with a garden path and mulch.

Coastal Indonesian Tropical Paradise

Aurora Outdoors

This is an example of a mid-sized tropical front yard full sun garden in Los Angeles with natural stone pavers and a garden path.

Gardens of Hawaii

Stephen Haus ASLA

Stephen Haus
Design ideas for a mid-sized tropical backyard full sun garden in Hawaii with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

St Charles Paradise

Grant and Power Landscaping

The flagstone patio and custom pergola provide a quaint spot to rest and meet in the front garden. Photo by www.crewsphotography.com
Design ideas for a large traditional front yard shaded formal garden for summer in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Bayside Zen Garden | Bayside, WI

LandCrafters, LLC

Irregular bluestone pathway leads to a gate to the backyard past a hybrid Japanese maple.
Inspiration for a mid-sized asian front yard partial sun garden in Milwaukee with natural stone pavers and a garden path.

Call it a very small garden paradise

SF Landscape Architecture

Ph. Mattia Aquila
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard garden in Other with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Sunfish Lake Landscaping

Landscape Renovations, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun driveway for summer in Minneapolis with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Perry Street Rancher

Pacific Garden Design

After moving into a mid-century ranch home on Spokane's South Hill, these homeowners gave the tired landscape a dramatic makeover. The aging asphalt driveway was replaced by precast concrete pavers that coordinate with a new walkway of sandwashed concrete pads. A pared-down front lawn reduces the overall water use of the landscape, while sculptural boulders add character. A small flagstone patio creates a spot to enjoy the outdoors in the courtyard-like area between the house and the towering ponderosa pines. The backyard received a similar update, with a new garden area, water feature, and paver patio anchoring the updated space.

Urban Garden

Amazon Landscaping and Garden Design

Acer Japonica Maple Trees, Grasses and ferns in small Garden Design by Amazon Landscaping and Garden Design mALCI 014060004 Amazonlandscaping.ie
This is an example of a small contemporary backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Dublin with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Oak Park Italian Renaissance - Historic Charles S. Castle House

Arrow. Land + Structures

--Historic / National Landmark --House designed by prominent architect Frederick R. Schock, 1924 --Grounds designed and constructed by: Arrow. Land + Structures in Spring/Summer of 2017 --Photography: Marco Romani, RLA State Licensed Landscape Architect

Garden Design Ideas with a Garden Path and with Flowerbed

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.