Colored concrete pathway with drought tolerant plantings and dry riverbed.
Design ideas for a small side yard full sun xeriscape in San Diego with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Santa Monica Exterior Remodel

Studio H2O

Complete front yard and backyard remodel by Studio H2o. From a gravel yard, to a space of relaxation and privacy. Utilizing drought tolerant plants and low maintenance features. Stepstone Veranostone Pavers

A Garden in the Forest

Molly Maguire Landscape Architecture

Molly Maguire Landscape Architecture. The existing plantings were edited to allow for year round color and interest. Woodland natives were added at the edges of the property extending the garden into the 'borrowed' forested City Park boundary beyond.

Mid Century Modern Gem

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

A large steel and willow-roof pergola creates a shady space to dine in and chaise lounges and chairs bask in the surrounding shade.
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury front yard partial sun driveway for winter with a garden path, concrete pavers and a metal fence.

Outdoor Livingroom

Kristen Rudger Landscape Design

Inspiration for a small transitional front yard shaded garden in San Francisco with a garden path.

Landscape Channels Stormwater into a Rain Garden

Southview Design

Inviting front entry garden channels stormwater into a retention swale to protect the lake from fertilizer runoff.
Expansive country front yard partial sun formal garden in Minneapolis with a garden path and brick pavers for summer.

Urban Yard at the Seattle Box

Board & Vellum

Concept design by Scot Eckley and Board & Vellum. Planting and garden design by Withey Price. General contracting by Manos Construction. Custom entry gate, custom planters, and railings by Architectural Elements. Driveway gates by Automated Gates & Equipment. Lighting and irrigation by Soundview Landscape & Irrigation. Photography by Derek Reeves.

Luxury Hideaway in the Hills

Land Design Associates, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in Boston with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a stone fence.

Private Modern Garden

Outside Collective

Christel Leung
This is an example of a small modern backyard full sun formal garden in San Francisco with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Landscape Upgrade for Architect's Home

J.R. Thomas Landscaping, Inc.

Fresh upgrade to architect's Mariemont home with new plantings, led lighting, stone border and pathway steppers.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary front yard garden in Cincinnati with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Windermere Garden

Britton Shepard Landscapes

Front entry with sculptural plant selections.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary courtyard shaded formal garden for summer in Seattle with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Arcadia Residence

BLACKHAūS Design

Entry sequence with stone tile step pads, artificial turf, fire feature / seating area, and low maintenance plant material.
Design ideas for a large contemporary front yard full sun garden in Phoenix with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Fisher Parade

Alliance Architecture Ltd

Entry of house from the street
Inspiration for a large front yard shaded driveway for summer in Other with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Napa Valley Farmhouse

Carreiro Builders

Photo of a large country courtyard full sun driveway for spring in San Francisco with a garden path and brick pavers.

Landscape

Twin Oaks Lawn and Landscape, Inc.

This beautiful Asian inspired oasis is the perfect place to relax!
Design ideas for a mid-sized asian backyard partial sun formal garden for fall in New York with a garden path and gravel.

Outdoor Living

Landscape Renovations, Inc.

Large mediterranean backyard partial sun outdoor sport court in Minneapolis with a garden path and natural stone pavers for summer.

Mediterranean Masterpiece

Urban Habitats Landscape Studio

Drought tolerant and deer resistant plants are featured in this front yard makeover. Herbs, including lavender, catmint, sage, oregano and thyme and ornamental grasses add color and texture to this Mediterranean style home sitting on a large bedrock outcropping. Low maintenance ground covers replace lawn. Photo: Urban Habitats Landscape Studio

St Charles Paradise

Grant and Power Landscaping

The homeowners enjoy a wonderful view from the front porch. The front yard is heavily shaded by large trees, eliminating turf as an option. Instead, we situated a pergola in the center of the space, with a flagstone path providing easy access. This encourages movement through the space and helps to bring the landscape into scale with the property. Photo by www.crewsphotography.com

Farmhouse REvamp and REbuild

yardscapes Inc.

View from the back patio looking at the original barn renovation and new landscaping
This is an example of an expansive country backyard full sun driveway for summer in Minneapolis with natural stone pavers and a garden path.

Complete Backyard Transformation

GLC Lawn & Landscaping LLC

This has to be one of my favorite yard transformations; we installed a beautiful brick paver walkway leading to a backyard oasis - privacy berm w/ all new trees planted and new custom composite deck...all designed and installed by G.L.C.

Garden Design Ideas with a Garden Path

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.