This water feature was installed especially for my clients 2 dogs to drink from.
Photo of a mid-sized modern backyard full sun xeriscape for spring in Los Angeles with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Water Features

Aurora Outdoors

Inspiration for a large traditional backyard partial sun garden in Los Angeles with a water feature and mulch.

Northwest Dallas Backyard Remodel

M. M. Moore Construction Company, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional courtyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Dallas with a water feature and gravel.

San Marcos Makeover

Ornamental Gardens by Lisa

This is the result after creating a low seating wall with a recirculating fountain in the center. Drought tolerant plantings flank either side and the new wood door is a pleasure to look at while providing privacy. These shrubs will get to 6' tall at maturity and will create a cozy area to hang out.

Modern Garten

Droll & Lauenstein

Photo of a contemporary garden in Other with a water feature and gravel.

LotusLand South aka Sycamore Canyon Landscape

Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

This front yard used to be a circular asphalt driveway....we decided we would rather have a lovely garden instead
Inspiration for a large country front yard full sun xeriscape in Santa Barbara with gravel and a water feature.

Natural Pools & Spas

Signature Pools

This is an example of an expansive traditional backyard full sun formal garden in San Francisco with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Shadyside

The Outdoor Living Studio

Photo of a small contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Other with a water feature and gravel.

Menlo Park

Garden Nest Residential Landscape

Photo By: Jude Parkinson-Morgan
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard garden in San Francisco with a water feature and gravel.

Hilltop Manor

Wesley Stout Associates

Pea Stone Walkway, Parterre, Wood Bench, Fountain, Raised Planters, Vegetable Garden, Tennis Court, Barn
Expansive country backyard full sun formal garden in New York with a water feature and gravel for summer.

Bella Vista Ranch

Salinas Landscape LLC

Mid-sized front yard full sun xeriscape in Santa Barbara with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Japanese Hill and Pond Garden.

Andrew Zema's Landscaping, Inc.

This is an example of a large traditional backyard garden in Boston with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Fairview Home

Notting Hill Interiors Inc.

Mid-sized transitional courtyard garden in Dallas with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Waterfalls

Sid's Unlimited Landscaping

Small traditional backyard full sun formal garden in Orange County with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Waterfalls

Sid's Unlimited Landscaping

This is an example of a small traditional backyard full sun formal garden in Orange County with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Remsenberg Koi Pond

AH Ponds, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in New York with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Preston Hollow - Dallas

AquaTerra Outdoors

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.

Lakeshore Family Luxury

Elise Fett & Associates, Ltd.

Silent A Photography The backyard features a stream that flows through the landscaping. The backyard is enjoyed at both levels of the house. There are gabled dormers with balconies that take advantage of the beautiful view on the second floor. On the first floor, the use of bi-fold doors from the dining/living spaces open onto the backyard creating a seamless flow from indoor to outdoor living.

Acoustics and Movement

Double B Design, LLC

Courtyard space connecting the guest quarters and main house. Photo by Rachel Paul Malkowski
This is an example of a small courtyard full sun formal garden for summer in Austin with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

South Bay Provençal

Gabriela Yariv Landscape Design

Jennifer Cheung
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean backyard full sun formal garden in Los Angeles with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Garden Design Ideas with a Water Feature and with Waterfall

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.