Inspiring Landscape Solutions by Parveen Dhaliwal

View of future seating area (in the distance) when plants mature. Circular pathway around raised garden bed for ease of navigation
Photo of a small backyard partial sun garden for spring in Melbourne with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Clarkston Historic Residence - Lakeside Terrace

Zaremba & Company

Where the retaining wall splits to invite guests to walk down to the water’s edge, lawn panels alternate with large monolithic slab steps. Though the reclaimed granite curbing was sourced from the east coast, the steps spill down the slope with effortless rhythm and look as though they’ve always been there. Photo by Chris Major.

E11 Industrial Style Family Garden

Sarah Kay Garden Design

Custom designed corten steel bug hotels provide shelter for insects and complement the corten steel edging and rebar trellis towards the back of the garden

Mid Century Modern Gem

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

A period correct breeze block wall was built as a backdrop to the kitchen view and an industrial charcoal corrugated metal fence completes the leitmotif and creates privacy around the property.

Travertine patio

Stephen Read Landscape Design

Mid-sized modern side yard full sun xeriscape in Other with a garden path, gravel and a wood fence for fall.

Estate garden with contemporary features

Blue Hibiscus Gardens

Photo of a large contemporary side yard partial sun outdoor sport court in San Francisco with a garden path, a wood fence and decomposed granite.

Scarborough Back Garden in Clifton Hill

Outdoor Designs

This is an example of a large contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden in Melbourne with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Very private backyard enclave

Morgan Howarth Photography

Very private backyard enclave
Contemporary side yard partial sun formal garden in DC Metro with a garden path and natural stone pavers for summer.

Contemporary Landscape

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary front yard partial sun xeriscape in Orange County with concrete pavers, a garden path and a wood fence.

Tree of Life Backyard

Board & Vellum

Photo by Tina Witherspoon. Metal art screens by Pepperbox.
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic backyard partial sun garden in Seattle with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Gravel path guides the eye towards the view beyond

Gardens and Plants

A gravel path providing access from the driveway to the kitchen, edged with dwarf lavender,. The herbaceous perrenials include: scabious, coreopsis, salvia and erigeron karbinskianus plants.

House In The Woods, Donvale

Warc Studio Architects

Entry to new facade, House In The Woods. Donvale, Victoria
Design ideas for a large contemporary full sun garden in Melbourne with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Back Yard Oasis

TruCare Home Improvement

This project scope was to take a boring builder back yard and converted it to a SW oasis with drainage, walkways, raised beds, fire pit, plants, trees, mulch, outdoor lighting, irrigation and more. No more boring builder yard here!!

Small town garden no lawn

amandashipman.com

Amanda Shipman
Photo of a small contemporary backyard partial sun garden for summer in Hertfordshire with a garden path and brick pavers.

Cazenovia Lake House

A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC

Soft colourful plantings along the pathway, seasonal interest begins in early spring and the planting is still colourful in late summer.
Inspiration for a small arts and crafts front yard partial sun driveway for summer in New York with a garden path and brick pavers.

Oak Tree Setting With Hillside Views, Landscape Renovation, Northern California

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

APLD 2021 Silver Award Winning Landscape Design. An expansive back yard landscape with several mature oak trees and a stunning Golden Locust tree has been transformed into a welcoming outdoor retreat. The renovations include a wraparound deck, an expansive travertine natural stone patio, stairways and pathways along with concrete retaining walls and column accents with dramatic planters. The pathways meander throughout the landscape... some with travertine stepping stones and gravel and those below the majestic oaks left natural with fallen leaves. Raised vegetable beds and fruit trees occupy some of the sunniest areas of the landscape. A variety of low-water and low-maintenance plants for both sunny and shady areas include several succulents, grasses, CA natives and other site-appropriate Mediterranean plants, complimented by a variety of boulders. Dramatic white pots provide architectural accents, filled with succulents and citrus trees. Low voltage pathway and garden lights provide nighttime ambiance. Design, Photos, Drawings © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Leawood Techo-Bloc Frontal

High Prairie Outdoors

This is an example of a large transitional front yard full sun driveway in Kansas City with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Black Point Villa - Walkway

Barker Kappelle Construction, LLC

Inspiration for a tropical garden in Hawaii with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Contemporary Clean Lines

Victory Construction, Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern side yard shaded garden in San Francisco with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Contemporary New Home Landscape - Caledonia

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

A dry creek bed snakes through the planted area and is functional - taking rainwater from the front yard and funneling it under the driveway. Renn Kuhnen Photography

Garden Design Ideas with a Garden Path and with Lawn Edging

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.