reflective backing add so much to these glass sculptures. they glow day and night giving refreshment to the viewer.
Large modern backyard full sun garden in Las Vegas with a water feature and decking for summer.

Cottage at the Lake

Damian Farrell Design Group

A new promenade skirts the lake.
This is an example of a traditional partial sun garden for spring in Detroit with a water feature and decking.

Melville courtyards

Cultivart Landscape Design

ron tan
Small contemporary courtyard full sun garden in Perth with decking and a water feature.

Eichner

Venetian Outdoors

This is an example of a mid-sized side yard garden in Phoenix with a water feature and decking.

Mid-Century Modern | 17229 Sylvester RD SW | Burien | SOLD

Ohrt Real Estate Group - Keller Williams

Custom water feature of this Normandy Park Mid Century Modern Home. ©Ohrt Real Estate Group | OhrtRealEstateGroup.com | P. 206.227.4500
Photo of a midcentury backyard garden in Seattle with a water feature and decking.

Outdoor Entertaining with a twist!

AJ's Landscaping & Outdoor Construction

Stamped and Colored Concrete Patio and Walkway
Photo of a large country backyard full sun garden in San Francisco with a water feature and decking.

Compact Courtyard

User

Design ideas for an asian courtyard garden in Sydney with a water feature and decking.

Modern Garten

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary backyard formal garden in Berlin with a water feature and decking.

Ponds/ Watergardens

Serenity Falls Watergardens LLC

Large traditional backyard full sun garden in Atlanta with a water feature and decking for summer.

Bentleigh

Intrinsic Landscapes

Large modern backyard full sun formal garden in Melbourne with a water feature and decking.

Contemporary Backyard Retreat, Hunts Point

SCJ Studio Landscape Architecture

An existing home on Hunts Point was in need of a landscape renovation. Project Groundwork transformed the existing, uneven and small pool terrace from “afterthought” to an expansive outdoor amenity oasis with a built in gas firepit, ipe deck on a single level, and included a new privacy fence, raised corten steel planters and dramatic lighting. A new side garden with play lawn for the kids included raised cedar planting beds, crushed granite steel edged walkways, lighting and thoughtful planting. Photo: Andrew Webb

Inspiration - NSW

SITEDESIGN+STUDIOS

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun outdoor sport court for summer in Sydney with a water feature and decking.

Romantic Sanctuary

Barefoot Landscape

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic backyard partial sun garden in Los Angeles with a water feature and decking.

Young Residence

Considered Design

Aspen Trees, Hardwood Deck and Pool
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury backyard garden in Vancouver with a water feature and decking.

West Hampstead Garden

London Garden Designer

This property in the heart of Hampstead has stunning views due to its elevated position. The clients were keen to maximise this and ensure that the garden and roof top skyline remained visible from the ground floor. A steep slope at the rear created a dangerous fall that was fenced off for safety, and some very oppressive overgrown conifers cast heavy shade across the garden. Permission was obtained to remove the conifers and the light flooded in. To ensure continued privacy from the neighbours’ raised adjoining terraces, we planted a row of pleached X Sycoparrotia semidecidua, an unusual variety of semi evergreen tree with attractive early flowers. A decent size lawn area was retained around the central ornamental cherry tree, and a 3 metre deep, herbaceous borders span the full width of the garden, creating a diaphanous backdrop above which skyline is visible. A full height glass window vertically spans the 4-storey house, creating a strong visual link with the garden from each floor. We echoed this feature by creating a mirror image of the tall window across the patio and lawn, using lines of hardwood deck and full width stone treads through the lawn, culminating in a water feature suspended above the steep rear slope. A cantilevered deck off sets this and provides an outdoor lounge area to capture the setting sun over the Hampstead horizon.

Private Dallas Area Residence

Southwest Fence & Deck

No matter how you live, an outdoor deck can be a wonderful extension of your home allowing you to bring your indoor lifestyle outdoors. We work closely with you to create an outdoor living space that is functional, meets the needs of your entertaining style and maintains a cohesive flow with your home and property. Decks can add significant value to your property and an exciting new space for entertainment and relaxation with friends and family. Southwest specializes in custom-built decks constructed with a variety of materials from Cedar to composite materials or specialized hardwoods. Our materials are versatile, low-maintenance and long lasting.

CASTELLO CECONI - ESTERNI

Elia Falaschi

Landscape Architect beach house NY landscape custom built deck, bench, water fea

New York Plantings Garden Design

This landscape design from Boston area Landscape Architect example of New York Plantings Garden Designers and Landscape Contractors NYC deck building ability and NY landscape project management experience. The stone veneer wall is complimented by well style wall wash lights, landscape boulder brings the natural surrounding back into the hardscape which can clash with the natural landscape. This particular beach front home does not require a garden since the natural surroundings are the actual landscape.

Terrasse à Paris

Jardin Japonais

Tout petit jardin japonais en bac
Photo of a small asian backyard garden in Paris with a water feature and decking.

On Show

Dean Herald-Rolling Stone Landscapes

Rolling Stone Landscapes
Inspiration for a contemporary garden in Sydney with a water feature and decking.

Garden Design Ideas with a Water Feature and Decking

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.