Kensington, MD Cathedral-Ceiling Screened Porch

We added this screen porch extension to the rear of the house. It completely changes the look and feel of the house. Take a look at the photos and the "before" photos at the end. The project also included the hardscape in the rear. Hardscape in the rear Finecraft Contractors, Inc. Soleimani Photography

Beaver Lake Frontyard

Elite Horticulture Services

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun garden in Seattle with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Masonry

Mary Adams Lines, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun garden in New York with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Fragmentary - Ballard - Pics Before Completion

True Scape Design

We took some pictures of this project before it was finished and then never had time to come back after it was mulched and detailed out. Still we liked the hardscape layout, walls and the way we leveled the yard and expanded the driveway and so we decided to share it anyways.

Woodland Garden

BP Design

Granite curbs were sude to serve as stairs taking one from the patio to the lower garden. the drop is 10 foot in elevation.
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard shaded formal garden for fall in Boston with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Hollis, NH Tiered Walls, Grand Stairs, and Patio

Design Works - Landscape Architecture & Const.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary backyard garden for summer in Boston with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Green Design

ZDA Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard driveway in Other with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

After 02

Native Edge Landscape

After this home was completely rebuilt in the established Barton Hills neighborhood, the landscape needed a reboot to match the new modern/contemporary house. To update the style, we replaced the cracked solid driveway with concrete ribbons and gravel that lines up with the garage. We built a retaining to hold back the sloped, problematic front yard. This leveled out a buffer space of plantings near the curb helping to create a welcoming accent for guests. We also introduced a comfortable pathway to transition through the yard into the new courtyard space, balancing out the scale of the house with the landscape.

Modern Front Yard Landscaping

Techo-Bloc

This front yard landscaping project consist of multiple of our modern collections! Modern grey retaining wall: The smooth look of the Raffinato collection brings modern elegance to your tailored spaces. This contemporary double-sided retaining wall is offered in an array of modern colours. Discover the Raffinato retaining wall: https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/walls/raffinato-smooth/ Modern wall caps: Use these as wall caps for the Raffinato wall, as step treads on your outdoor steps or around pools as your modern pool coping option. Discover the Raffinato wall cap: https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/caps/raffinato-smooth-cap/

Treppen im Hanggarten

Rinn Beton- und Naturstein

Ein Stützmauersystem für höhere Ansprüche, zur Befestigung von Geländesprüngen, Hängen und Böschungen. Rustikale Gestaltung durch bossierte Sichtseite. Hochbeete in der Mauer integriert.

Ein Spiel aus Licht und Wasser im Garten.

Rinn Beton- und Naturstein

Catania Mauer rustica Basalt-Anthrazit und Signo Platten rinnit Platin dunkel am Boden. • Mauersystem mit moderner Anmutung - langes Steinformat und geringe Schichthöhe • Geschlossene und gleichmäßige Optik mit bossierten Seiten und geraden Kanten • Gestaltung im Halbverband oder im Drittelverband möglich

Contemporary Cactus Garden

Outside Collective

Christel Leung
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard full sun xeriscape with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Aloes, Agaves and Grevillea- Back Yard

Bosler Earth Design

Rear deck planting area with Agaves. ©Daniel Bosler Photography
Photo of a small and australian native contemporary backyard xeriscape in Los Angeles with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Zen Contemporary Ranch Home

On Site Landscape

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary front yard full sun garden in Phoenix with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Silverleaf 2

Pascale Land Design

The trees provide shade for plants and wildlife and create softness at the angles of the house. Pascale Sucato
Design ideas for a large mediterranean front yard garden in Phoenix with concrete pavers and a retaining wall.

Driveway with historic preservation in mind

Twig Landscape Design, LLC

Another after photo of the widened front steps and updated materials for the front stoop (Cambridge Limestone) and a much more functional parking pad.

Small Backyard Retreat

Jasmin Landscape Design Build Maintain

Mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun garden in San Francisco with a retaining wall and concrete pavers for fall.

Walkways, retaining walls, patio with fire pit!

SecureTurf - Charlotte Landscaping Experts

Retaining walls and raised patio with fire feature.
Photo of a large side yard garden in Charlotte with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Concrete Stairway, Steel Railing + Gabion Cheek Walls

Regenesis Ecological Design

Concrete stair flanked by steel railings and gabion cheek walls. Path lights are placed in the planting beds for way-finding up the steps.
This is an example of a large modern backyard partial sun garden in Other with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Bowie St - Cedar Fence & Concrete Retaining Wall - Wolflin

806 Outdoors Ltd Co

We had the awesome opportunity to complete this 8ft Western Red Cedar board-on-board privacy fence that included metal gate frames with industrial hinges and 2x6 single stage trim cap. We used exterior rated GRK screws for 100% of the installation, not a single nail on the entire project. The project also included demolition and removal of a failed retaining wall followed by the form up and pouring of a new 24” tall concrete retaining wall. As always we are grateful for the opportunity to work with amazing clients who allow us to turn ideas into reality. If you have an idea for a custom fence, retaining wall, or any other outdoor project, give 806 Outdoors a call. 806 690 2344.

Garden Design Ideas with a Retaining Wall and Concrete Pavers

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.