The topography of this large sprawling yard is highlighted with a dry creek bed flowing under a see through corridor of the house to the man made water feature/stream in the backyard.

Private Residence

Mufson Landscape, Pool & Design

Installation of fountain and landscape in formal courtyard
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean courtyard formal garden in New York with a water feature.

Snoqualmie Eagle's Nest Pool + Fire

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

Parks Creative Inc.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun formal garden in Seattle with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Operation Neighbor Screen

Southern Landscape

When the neighbor expanded, the small, open courtyard became an extension of the neighbor's driveway. Southern Landscape designed and built a custom privacy trellis to shield the neighbor while creating an intimate retreat off the master bedroom. ,Asian jasmine climbs the trellis, while dianella, foxtail, and little gem magnolia highlight the custom water feature, all of which contributes to the quiet oasis.

View from the Deck

Fitz's Fish Ponds

View from the deck.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in New York with a water feature.

Los Feliz Modern Oasis

Becky Bourdeau Designs Inc

Shirak Agresta; Sidney Michael; Annette Gutierrez; Becky Bourdeau
Small modern backyard full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with a water feature and gravel.

Water Features

Landscape Solutions & Maintenance

Water Container, Pea stone Pathway, English Garden
Small transitional front yard full sun xeriscape in New York with a water feature and gravel for summer.

Folsom Front Makeover

Luxury Outdoor Living, Inc.

A once over grown front yard received a much deserved makeover resulting in an inviting walkway and sitting area near a water feature. The complete project was implemented by Professional Image Landscaping, Inc.

Shaker Modern

Eckerson Design Associates

Reflecting pool with simple evergreen plantings to reinforce the space Simple, subtle, sublime and silent were the principles that defined and shaped the design process. Conceived as a blend between traditional and modern design aesthetics this “Shaker Modern” home and garden is deeply rooted in the Connecticut venacular with a nod toward contemporary spareness and simplicity. A restrained palette of building materials and plants are used in a consistent manner throughout the garden rooms to create a seamless composition of exterior spaces.

Romantic suburban garden

Jane Harries Garden Designs

Herb planting near the house - in time these will cover the gravel. The water feature is smaller than planned but my clients enjoy it from the nearby terrace and conservatory. Jane Harries

Zumirez - Malibu

Armfield Design & Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical side yard full sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a water feature.

New contemporary home, Belvedere

Polsky Perlstein Architects

Bruce Damonte
This is an example of a contemporary garden in San Francisco with a water feature.

Hunting Valley Estate

Cloonan Design Services Inc.

Cloonan Design Services Inc. Location: Hunting Valley, OH, United States The clients request was to have a "California" feel in Hunting Valley, OH. The newly designed Cabana in combination with the modern design swimming pool accomplished this. The acrylic hot tub with modern pool stepping stones gave the client the clean lines and modern feel. Overlooking this beautiful pool is a "Faux Swing Tree". This steel and fiberglass tree was shipped in pieces and constructed on site by our team. This project gives our client beauty at every angle.

Watermark At Bearspaw

CLS Landscape Supply

Mixed sizes of Montana Rainbow Rock
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard garden for summer in Calgary with a water feature and gravel.

Waterfall against Paving Stone Steps

Pacific Outdoor Living

A water feature like this waterfall can help soften a hardscaped area that would otherwise be too angular which could potentially clash with the rest of the space.

Waterfall and garden pond

Matthew Giampietro Garden Design

Waterfall and garden ponds in this backyard features a stone bridge and large koi pond. Backyard Waterfall, water garden, garden design by Matthew Giampietro of Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc.

Planting design. English country garden, Ilkley, West Yorkshire.

Melissa Morton Garden Design

Planting design, sourcing, planting and maintenance by Melissa Morton Garden Design. Ian Lamond Photgraphy
Inspiration for a traditional garden in Other with a water feature.

Landscaping Projects

Gove Landscape Construction

Simple water feature with plants.
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard full sun formal garden in Sacramento with a water feature.

Curved Desert in Tucson

Santa Rita Landscaping, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized backyard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Phoenix with a water feature and gravel.

Disappearing, Pondless Waterfall Ideas for your Austin/ Central Texas Landscape

Texas Ponds and Water Features, LLC

Disappearing or Pond-less Waterfalls allow you to enjoy the look and sound of moving water in your landscape without the maintenance of a pond. A waterfall is undoubtedly the most beautiful and coveted feature in a landscape. The eye is naturally drawn to the shimmering movement of the water. The sound of falling water soothes and relaxes you like no there sound in nature. It's a great alternative for those who are just trying to 'get their feet wet' or looking to fit a little piece of paradise into a small backyard. If your landscape lacks the space or if you have safety concerns about an ecosystem pond, then a Pond-less Waterfall is perfect for you. You can also add a stream to a pondless waterfall to add to the size and create the sense of a creek running through your landscape. Texas Ponds and Water Features creates some of the most natural-looking water features and pondless waterfalls in the state. Using only natural stone, our specialists create waterfalls that look as is nature had carved them over hundreds of years. We serve both the Austin and Central Texas area as well as the Houston and Southeast TX areas and just about anywhere in between. Contact us today to get your backyard water feature project started.

Garden Design Ideas with a Water Feature 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.