The instructions were clear, make it cozy and comforting. Incorporate natural materials, don't hurt the environment, use lots of native plants, create shade, attract bees, butterflies and humming birds. BELandscape design, created a backyard that is an escape for this hard working couple. Scroll to the 'Before' photos to fully appreciate this backyard transformation.

Garden Design in Little Chalfont

Karl Harrison Landscapes Ltd

Garden design in Little Chalfont A new lawn, sculpted flower beds, a raised decking terrace, trees and sweeping paths are key elements to this new garden. Curving paths with black paving A dark charcoal paver was our option for the path, the client liked it as it worked with the colours of the property. The size and shape of the path lent itself to the Chelmer Valley clay paver called “Amersham”. A tumbled and rustic style brick which is much softer looking than a sharp-edged brick. Covered garden decking terrace A prominent feature of the garden is the covered decking terrace. Wrapped in a simple batten trellis and surrounded by planting and a fire pit area. It has lights, power, a tv projector and lovely furniture. The materials are all pine, this includes the substantial posts and decking. The roof has a rubber membrane which is essential for the Sedum roof. Find out more here https://karlharrison.design/garden-design-in-little-chalfont/

Adams Street, Denver, CO

LAND BY DESIGN

Corten steel sculpture, Corten steel firepit, wood trellis, wood pergola, raised Trex deck, Outdoor dining, Outdoor living, boulder water feature, granite chip, concrete edging Corten steel focal point.

Complete Landscape design & Installation

Lush Gardens Inc

This project in Sherman Oaks, California Includes: Outdoor Kitchen, Decking, Patio Cover, Fencing, Planting, & Irrigation
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun formal garden for spring in Los Angeles with decking and a wood fence.

Espace de vie du jardin

Terrasses des Oliviers - Paysagiste Paris

Photo of a small contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Paris with decking, with flowerbed and a wood fence.

Small Garden Design Hanover Brighton

Brighton Up Your Garden - Garden Design

Small Garden Build, new built in storage. Pergola for height, and climbing plants. Step- re built, for more room. Pocket living wall. New wood planters, new plants. Garden shelf for homing herbs by the back door!

Aménagement paysager - Bouc bel air - Particulier

GAIA PAYSAGES

Partial sun garden in Marseille with decking and a wood fence.

Sanctuary Garden

Tracy Foster Gardens

Relaxing north facing garden with woodland plants such as ferns, hostas and grasses
Contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden in Other with with privacy feature, decking and a wood fence.

Wooden decking

MonoGreen

Inspiration for a modern backyard garden for summer in Other with decking and a wood fence.

Fitzroy Renovation

DE atelier Architects

side yard that connects the main living area and the study. Area of grass with plants edging around it with the fence behind for privacy.
Inspiration for a small and australian native side yard full sun formal garden in Geelong with with privacy feature, decking and a wood fence.

Contemporary Curb Appeal & Outdoor Living

GO Designs Inc.

Completing the Vibe...Cool & Contemporary Curb Appeal that helps complete our clients special spaces. From the start...it feels like it was here all along. The perimeter tree line serving as a partial wind break has a feel that most parks long for. Lit up at night, it almost feels like youre in a downtown urban park. Forever Lawn grass brightens the front lawn without all the maintenance. Full accessibility with custom concrete rocksalt deck pads makes it easy for everyone to get around. Accent lighting adds to the environments ambiance positioned for safety and athletics. Natural limestone & mossrock boulders engraves the terrain, softening the energy & movement. We bring all the colors together on a custom cedar fence that adds privacy & function. Moving into the backyard, steps pads, ipe deck & forever lawn adds depth and comfort making spaces to slow down and admire your moments in the landscaped edges.

Hurlisano

Banyon Tree Design Studio

A super small side yard garden measures 30' long x 8'wide, and incorporates, a raised ipe deck, raised custom steel planters, paver patio, custom sliding gate, new fence, an inground fire feature, and grill. North facing next to a three-story condo

Contemporary Zen Front and Back

Blue Hibiscus Gardens

Design ideas for a large contemporary backyard xeriscape in San Francisco with a wood fence and decking.

Garden Makeover Using Millboard in Harefield

Karl Harrison Landscapes Ltd

Garden Makeover Using Millboard in Harefield This garden had been used until it couldn’t really be used anymore. The pine decking was falling apart and really wasn’t safe. The clients called Karl in to help make the garden a usable space that could be enjoyed again. Starting by clearing the garden which took 3 eight-yard skips. The team then used an excavator to define the elevation differences. Now the team had space to build a new deck. The client chose Millboard Limed Oak decking because they liked the colour and natural texture. The step on this deck also has a hidden LED strip routed into the underside of the board. This is controlled via a remote that also controls the water feature and various garden spotlights. The team also installed a new fake lawn so George the tortoise has a space to wander around that is separate from the decking area. The clients keep a range of animals in their garden including some rabbits and guinea pigs that dwell in hutches. To help make these hutches more a part of the garden the team moved them to the back left corner. The client used Cranesbill purple geraniums and Athyrium Ferns to help disguise the area.

Family Friendly Back yard

Zones Landscaping Auckland Central Kate Ryan

Custom pergola with slatted under effect and lounge seating
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard partial sun garden in Auckland with decking and a wood fence.

Transformation d'un jardin avec gazon synthétique et bois

Loosfeld Paysage

Nouvelle réalisation de jardin : Superbe entourage de piscine en terrasse Padouk de chez Dispano et gazon synthétique gris anthracite Futur'Gazon. Un Poolhouse avec bar intégré et de superbes palissades en pin de chez Exterior Living. Pour une touche plus moderne et rompre avec le bois, quelques murs de gabion de chez @sonomuro france. Quelques palis et piquets de schiste de chez CUPASTONE pour apporter du contraste et du rythme à l'aménagement. Une superbe surface de gazon synthétique vert pour allier esthétisme et confort sans contraintes. Une terrasse de repas en dallage 60x60 Novoceram Une allée réalisée avec stabilisateurs de graviers nidagravel. De superbes végétaux pour apporter de la couleur et de superbes formes de feuillage.

Spring Branch Pool and Landscape

Sage Pools, Scapes & Design

steel planters with textile bamboo
Inspiration for a modern backyard partial sun garden in Houston with decking and a wood fence.

Giargino Zen

Superfici d'Autore

pavimento in teck trattato con oli naturali con vasca idromassaggio rialzata
Large eclectic front yard full sun formal garden in Milan with with privacy feature, decking and a wood fence.

Terrasse du jardin

Terrasses des Oliviers - Paysagiste Paris

Small modern backyard partial sun formal garden in Paris with with privacy feature, decking and a wood fence for spring.

Maison de Vacance

Last Design

Maison de vacance dans les Landes
Large and desert look beach style backyard partial sun garden in Bordeaux with decking and a wood fence for summer.

Garden Design Ideas with Decking and a Wood 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.