Meditative Healing Garden- Laurel Canyon

Build out of the Meditation Hut next to the spa deck and gravel filled steps that lead into a recessed fire pit area. Photo by Ketti Kupper.
This is an example of a small asian backyard partial sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with decking.

LONDON - Notting Hill

Cityscapers

Nigel Gomme
Photo of a large tropical backyard partial sun formal garden in London with decking and a garden path.

Stockport Deck

Robert Hughes Studio Ltd

A fun project featuring a contemporary deck nestled in the canopy of the woods below, two modern style sheds for storage and an injection of fun with a pirate ship, a hidden sand pit and a play systems with slides into the woods below.

Vegetable Garden

MC Design LLC

An organic vegetable garden with an ocean view is luxury in its purest form. Two 15-foot by 4-foot raised planters were made out of redwood, and only the exteriors were stained to ensure no leeching occurs into the food.

Irvine :: CA :: June 2018

Artisan Outdoor

Design ideas for a large contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape in Orange County with decking.

Townhouse garden

Neil Jones Design

Using a refined palette of quality materials set within a striking and elegant design, the space provides a restful and sophisticated urban garden for a professional couple to be enjoyed both in the daytime and after dark. The use of corten is complimented by the bold treatment of black in the decking, bespoke screen and pergola.

大平台の家

有限会社扇建築工房

扇建築工房
This is an example of an asian garden in Other with decking.

Front Entry Arbor

Regenesis Ecological Design

A custom cedar closed picket fence + gate (w/ black iron latch + hinges) + pergola overhead, creates a warm + inviting entryway.
Inspiration for a small traditional front yard full sun xeriscape in Other with a garden path and decking.

Cedar Hot Tub Nook

Gardens by Gabriel, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean side yard partial sun formal garden in San Luis Obispo with decking.

Multi-Level Urban Row House

Topiarius, Inc

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern rooftop full sun formal garden in Chicago with a vegetable garden and decking.

Contemporary Gardine

Seed Studio Landscape Design

images by: Travis Rhoads Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in San Francisco with 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.

Landform Consultants - Project Value £35,000 - £60,000 - Winner

The Association of Professional Landscapers

Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Berkshire with decking.

Backyard for Japanese-style home

Hanselman Landscape and Gardens

This is an example of a large transitional backyard full sun garden for spring in Philadelphia with decking.

A SMALL GARDEN PACKED WITH CHARACTER

Yorkshire Gardens

Here’s another project recently finished by our landscaping team. Although this is a fairly small back garden we have created a visually exciting space with numerous areas of interest. A modest stone patio provides a good sized area for seating or dining. We used a variety of natural stone slabs in various sizes and colours in order to add texture and really brighten the space. Not only does stone look great in gardens, but this natural material is also extremely durable and long lasting. Flower beds have been used to edge the garden and are filled with a Ox-eye daisies, Yarrows and small shrubs to create a colourful surround. Potted plants are lined along the patio and add some greenery to the slatted fence. An asymetric deck leads your eye across the garden with a small pond nestles neatly below. Surrounded by natural stone and beautiful foliage this gives the garden a rustic look. The grey eco deck contrasts with natural materials helping to add a real contemporary edge. Finally the garden is finished with steps leading down to the circular lawn. This garden may be small but it’s definitely packed with plenty of character.

HJ山荘

株式会社エムズ・アーキテクツ

This is an example of an asian backyard full sun garden in Other with decking.

Garden for a barn conversion

Joanne Alderson Design

Modern courtyard garden for a barn conversion designed by Jo Alderson Phillips @ Joanne Alderson Design, Built by Tom & the team at TS Landscapes & photographed by James Wilson @ JAW Photography

Rosemary Beach- Gulf front Home

Grand Floridian Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a large tropical courtyard partial sun formal garden in Miami with a garden path and decking.

Romantic coutyard

Silva Landscapes

Roberto silva
Inspiration for a small traditional backyard formal garden in London with a container garden and decking.

Secret Urban Garden

Land2c Landscape Architecture

Land2c photo. The bench has lids that lift up to give convenient access to the garbage and recycle cans from the back door and ground level. The doors open for easy removal so the cans can be rolled to the curb on collection day. The cans are only steps away from the kitchen but are completely hidden from sight in the garden.

Garden Design Ideas with 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.