A comprehensive renovation and extension of a Grade 2 Listed Building within the Cross Street Conservation Area in Islington, London. The extension of this listed property involved sensitive negotiations with the planning authorities to secure a successful outcome. Once secured, this project involved extensive remodelling throughout and the construction of a part two storey extension to the rear to create dramatic living accommodation that spills out into the garden behind. The renovation and terracing of the garden adds to the spatial qualities of the internal and external living space. A master suite in the converted loft completed the works, releasing views across the surrounding London rooftops.

Terraced Garden

Belsize Gardens

This is an example of a contemporary garden in Other with a retaining wall and decking.

16th Ave

Urban Botanics

Transformation of a sloped backyard into terraced rooms, with focal points defining the use of each terrace: lounge area with firepit/fireplace, hot tub, edible gardening beds, a turfed play area, children's playhouse. Scope of work included new redwood fence, lighting, irrigation.

Moraga Country Club Small Frontyard

Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.

Steve Lambert, Winner Beautification Award for Small Landscape Design - Build Small Country-club Project, with courtyard deck, low maintenance, Bitter root walls,

Clovelly

Harrison's Landscaping

Courtyard style garden with exposed concrete and timber cabana. The swimming pool is tiled with a white sandstone, This courtyard garden design shows off a great mixture of materials and plant species. Courtyard gardens are one of our specialties. This Garden was designed by Michael Cooke Garden Design. Effective courtyard garden is about keeping the design of the courtyard simple. Small courtyard gardens such as this coastal garden in Clovelly are about keeping the design simple. The swimming pool is tiled internally with a really dark mosaic tile which contrasts nicely with the sandstone coping around the pool. The cabana is a cool mixture of free form concrete, Spotted Gum vertical slats and a lined ceiling roof. The flooring is also Spotted Gum to tie in with the slats. Photos by Natalie Hunfalvay

MODERN BACKYARD REMODEL

Envy Landscape Design Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard full sun xeriscape in San Diego with a retaining wall and decking.

Cashmere

FORM garden architecture

This is an example of a small contemporary courtyard formal garden in Christchurch with a retaining wall and decking.

Artificial Grass for Playground Installations

SYNLawn

Hillside Decks

LA-Decks Backyard and Pool Remodeling

Redwood deck with grey stain on hill with glass railing and redwood posts.
This is an example of a large contemporary backyard full sun outdoor sport court for summer in Los Angeles with a retaining wall and decking.

Beach Style Garden

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style front yard partial sun garden for spring in Sydney with a retaining wall and decking.

Balmain - Inner city garden

sticks and stones Landscape Design

This is an example of a small tropical backyard full sun garden in Sydney with a retaining wall and decking.

A Rosarian's Dream Garden

Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

The garden was designed to be enjoyed from ground level and from the balcony above --- with an eyeful of joyous color that suits the client's personality to a tee. Plantings include lots of roses from her "favorite roses" list, with perennials and a few annuals to knit it all together. It can be very challenging to make a collection of plants into a cohesive and delightful garden --- and the strong structure of this garden does just that!

Gin Residence

Creative Zen, Inc. Landscape Designer & Contractor

Smooth Santa Barbara Stucco retaining wall. Redwood Deck. Drip irrigation.
Photo of a modern backyard partial sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with a retaining wall and decking.

Hillside Decks

LA-Decks Backyard and Pool Remodeling

Redwood deck with grey stain on hill with glass railing and redwood posts.
Large contemporary backyard full sun outdoor sport court in Los Angeles with a retaining wall and decking for summer.

Moraga Country Club Small Frontyard

Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.

Steve Lambert,Winner Beautification Award for Small Landscape Design - Build Small Country-club Project, with courtyard deck, low maintenance, Bitter root walls,

Backyard escape

City Garden Company

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Atlanta with a retaining wall and decking.

Boulder Retaining Wall

Big Rock Landscaping

Using natural elements like boulders and trees we made this retaining wall beautiful and functional.
Photo of a large modern backyard garden in Salt Lake City with a retaining wall and decking.

Balmain - Inner city garden

sticks and stones Landscape Design

Small tropical backyard full sun garden in Sydney with a retaining wall and decking.

Balmain

On Common Ground Landscapes

Gavin Muir
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern courtyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Sydney with a retaining wall and decking.

Mauk Residence

Open Envelope Studio

Custom steel and Texas basalt stairs with mulch beds, and native plants
This is an example of a small modern backyard partial sun garden in Austin with a retaining wall and decking.

Garden Design Ideas with a Retaining Wall 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.