The awkward shape of this triangular plot, coupled with large overgrown shrubs, a large area of paving and a patch of weeds left the clients at a total loss as to what to do with the garden. The couple did a brilliant job of removing the majority of the planting, but as the hard landscaping started, initial excavations revealed there was a vast amount of rubble and debris buried in the ground that would have to be removed from site. Once completed, the design could then move forward. Geometric lines running at different angles were used to conceal the shape of the plot, distracting from the point of the triangle, whilst visually extending the length. A raised Florence beige porcelain patio was created between the house and garage for entertaining. The edge of the step was bull-nosed to soften any hard edges. The patio was sized to allow for a potential future conversion of the garage to a home office. A bespoke timber pergola was created as a restful seating area and was inward facing into the garden to block out overlooking windows. Five bespoke fibre glass planters were created in a RAL colour to match the pergola. These were to be used to grow fruit and veg. Being a walled garden, there was plenty of shelter to offer plants, but equally the garden would get quite hot in the summer. Plants were chosen that were beneficial to wildlife and sited in areas away from the main patio. A mixture of textures and colours of foliage were used to add additional interest throughout the year. The planting mix included Phlomis italica, Amsonia tabernaemontana, Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire' and Skimmia japonica 'Temptation' to span the seasons. Two feature trees used to add height were Prunus serrula and Prunus 'Amanogawa'.

Joyous Wildlife Habitat in Santa Monica

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

Boulders and a riot of California native and climate appropriate drought tolerant plants create a joyous garden.
Photo of a small eclectic front yard full sun xeriscape for spring in Los Angeles with with flowerbed, natural stone pavers and a stone fence.

Drystack Terracing and Juniper Removal

Ohana Natural Landscaping LLC

Dry-stack non-mortar hillside terracing with natural stone. Frist, we removed about 3 tons of heavy juniper and then terraced the area in a gorgeous exponentially curving design.

Coin de vie du jardin

Terrasses des Oliviers - Paysagiste Paris

Large traditional front yard partial sun formal garden in Paris with natural stone pavers and a stone fence for spring.

Hardscapes

EcoScapes Landscaping

Photo of a large traditional backyard full sun formal garden for spring in Albuquerque with with path, natural stone pavers and a stone fence.

exterior-and-interior-remodel

Architectural Building Arts, Inc.

Zane Williams
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic backyard full sun garden for summer in Other with a water feature, decking and a stone fence.

Landscaping | Outdoor Design & Build - Coastal Cities

The Happy Go-Lucky | Luxury Residential Group

Design ideas for an expansive beach style backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Orange County with with privacy feature, concrete pavers and a stone fence.

Atherton 2021

Keith Willig Landscape Architecture, Inc.

This modern landscape w warm inviting touched brings the owners personal touches into play. We used Mediterranean plantings w majestic fruitless olive trees, plenty of native grasses, succulents and perennial color to surround this warm modern home. Many creative touches including a driveway turnaround parking area with synthetic lawn and concrete strips, subtle stone water features, steel and wood trellises, inset tile paving and imported antique wood doors were selected and placed in this landscape.

Modulare Wandsysteme modern 2021

Modulare Wandsysteme

Das Modulare Wandsystem bietet Lärmschutz und Windschutz und ist ein moderner Sichtschutz, bzw. eine moderne Trennwande im Garten. Die Einsatzmöglichkeiten sind nahezu unbegrenzt: Lärmschutzwand, Sichtschutz gegenüber Nachbarn, dekorative Begrenzung des Gartens, Wind- und Sichtschutz auf Balkon und Terrassen, eine Fertigmauer / Fertigwand um Ihr Schwimmbad herum, individuelle Außengestaltung am Pool

Featured Projects

Baraca Design & Remodeling

backyard remodel Laguna HIlls Orange county
Small contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape in Orange County with with privacy feature, concrete pavers and a stone fence for spring.

Full Landscape Projects

Pavers Landscape LLC

Design ideas for a large backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Phoenix with with privacy feature, brick pavers and a stone fence.

Stockbridge Residence

Verdance Landscape Architecture

The potager of stacked-stone beds hosts a kinetic sculpture as well as oversized Italian pots containing citrus trees.
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean backyard full sun formal garden for summer in San Francisco with a vegetable garden, gravel and a stone fence.

Jardin historique

NaturEden

Design ideas for a traditional partial sun garden in Montreal with with pond and a stone fence.

Sunset Cliffs Complete Makeover with New Pool

Landscape Logic

Landscape Logic built these metal panels to create privacy on the side property line. The plant will grow tall between the panels and create a really nice backdrop from the patio.

Huntleigh Outside Art Gallery Landscape Design

Frisella Landscape Group

Contemporary partial sun garden in St Louis with concrete pavers and a stone fence.

Stonehouse Meadow - Early Summer

Lavish Gardens

A path through the Stonehouse Meadow, with Monarda in full bloom. Ecological landscaping
This is an example of an expansive country front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in Toronto with with flowerbed and a stone fence.

El Parque

Camille Beehler Landscape Design

mid century modern landscape with breeze block walls, turf panel, drought tolerant landscape.
Mid-sized modern front yard full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with a garden path, concrete pavers and a stone fence.

Water Features

MOD Construction, LLC

Outdoor water feature
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun garden in Salt Lake City with a water feature, concrete pavers and a stone fence.

Bundy Drive Brentwood, Los Angeles modern luxury home circular driveway with pon

Whipple Russell Architects

Bundy Drive Brentwood, Los Angeles modern luxury home circular driveway with pond water feature. Photo by Simon Berlyn.
Photo of a large modern front yard full sun driveway in Los Angeles with with pond and a stone fence.

Allée du jardin

Terrasses des Oliviers - Paysagiste Paris

This is an example of a large transitional front yard partial sun formal garden for spring in Paris with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a stone fence.

All Fence Materials Garden Design Ideas with a Stone 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.