Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute

Clay brick pavers were chosen and installed in a running bond pattern for the walkways. The front walk leads guests to the front door through a stunning perennial garden. The large circular design in the front walk creates a great focal point. A clay brick walk leads guests through a post and beam arbor into the backyard entertaining space. This space includes a post and beam pergola with three posts, circular seating bench and wood burning fire pit that creates an intimate space. Clay brick accents were incorporated in the grill island and large wood burning fireplace and columns. Fire features were integrated into the columns on each side of the fireplace and seat walls. Contractor/Installer: GoldGlo Landscapes LLC Product Manufacturer: Glen Grey Brick Project Designer: GoldGlo Landscapes LLC

San Francisco Cloud Forest Garden

Patrick Lannan Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized tropical backyard shaded formal garden in San Francisco with a garden path and gravel.

Northern Suburbs Contemporary Ranch

Reveal Design LLC

This front yard had to also act as a clients back yard. The existing back yard is a ravine, so there is little room to functionally use it. This created a design element to create a sense of space/privacy while also allowing the Mid Century Modern Architecture to shine through. (and keep the feel of a front yard) We used concrete walls to break up the rooms, and guide people into the front entrance. We added IPE details on the wall and planters to soften the concrete, and Ore Inc aluminum containers with a rust finish to frame the entrance. The Aspen trees break the horizontal plane and are lit up at night, further defining the front yard. All the trees are on color lights and have the ability to change at the click of a button for both holidays, and seasonal accents. The slate chip beds keep the bed lines clean and clearly define the planting ares versus the lawn areas. The walkway is one monolithic pour that mimics the look of large scale pavers, with the added function of smooth,set-in-place, concrete.

Отделочное покрытие из природного камня

MOLVIN

Design ideas for a contemporary full sun formal garden for summer in Moscow with a garden path.

Entrance garden for Japanese-style home

Hanselman Landscape and Gardens

Inspiration for a large asian front yard partial sun driveway for summer in Philadelphia with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Front Yard Gardens

LandArt

This project was completed in conjunction with the construction of the home. The home’s architect was looking for someone who could design and build a new driveway, front entrance, walkways, patio, fencing, and plantings. The gardens were designed for the homeowner who had a real appreciation for gardening and was looking for variety and colour. The plants are all perennials that are relatively low maintenance while offering a wide variety of colours, heights, shapes and textures. For the hardscape, we used a Mondrian slab interlock for the main features and added a natural stone border for architectural detail.

Austin Hillside Estate

Double B Design, LLC

Cut stone steps create a connection to the guest parking areas, driveway island and the front door. Utilizing a select few materials throughout the frontyard space provide a softer harmonious feel. Bringing lines across the spaces provides connectivity between spaces even with the driveway. Photo by Rachel Paul Photography

Ландшафтный дизайн участка в Лапино

Ландшафтная мастерская Алены Арсеньевой

Участок расположен на высоком берегу реки Нара, хотя река с территории участка не видна. Участок был приобретен Заказчиком два года назад. Из ландшафтных работ предыдущим собственником были высажены вдоль забора березы с плотностью через 1 метр. На этом улучшение участка было закончено. Участок вытянутый, на участке есть рельеф - понижение в сторону реки. Рельеф не равномерный, в середине участка есть место со значительным перепадом высот, затем участок имеет не большой уклон. Пожелание Заказчика - максимально сохранить березы вдоль границ участка не позволяло нам проводить значительные работы по изменению рельефа, так как уровень корневых шеек уже растущих берез диктовал уровень поверхности почвы. Заказчик хотел в течение одного сезона получить полностью готовый участок. Что мы смогли выполнить. Перед домом расположен сухой ручей и сад трав. Цветник - справа от дорожки из клинкерной брусчатки. Автор проекта: Алена Арсеньева. Реализация проекта и ведение работ - Владимир Чичмарь

Specialty Projects

Beach Bum Turf Co.

Large modern front yard partial sun driveway in Tampa with a garden path and concrete pavers for spring.

Malibu

Campion Walker Landscapes

The transformation from a registered landslide hillside to a stunning garden oasis, is truly breathtaking. The pool was updated and the Corten steel arbor cleverly cantilevered on this 5 acre property. Using a crib wall system (Slope Block) allowed us to create lush terraces from toe to top - garden pathways lined with boulders create the illusion they were always there. The Slope Block was acid stained and planted so they eye can see just a hint of the bones through the lush California and Australian native plants and trees.

Shady Entrance and Pathway

NATURALSCAPE DESIGN

Photo of a mid-sized country sloped garden in Dallas with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Landscape Architecture for a Cambridge, MA Victorian Home

Kimberly Mercurio Landscape Architecture

The front of this Victorian home located just outside Harvard Square in Cambridge MA has a woodland feel. Drought tolerant ground cover includes ferns, fragrant wildflowers, and catmint. Photography by Michael Conway, Means-of-Production.com

Cistern Project

Pearson Landscape Services

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary front yard full sun formal garden for spring in Austin with a garden path and gravel.

Traditional Landscape

Traditional backyard formal garden in Other with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Wilkerson Project

Outdoor Artisan, Inc.

Tracie Newey
Photo of a mid-sized country sloped shaded garden in Charlotte with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Modern Landscape Houston Heights

Urbanscapes LLC

The clients courtyard was designed to work around the majestic live oak tree and its massive canopy. The fence is edged with Alphonse Karr Bamboo, and the elliptical bed at the foot of the tree showcase a mass planting of wood ferns. The courtyard houses an elongated ipe deck with floating wood and metal stairs. The ipe skirting offers an untraditional, but dynamic and distinct look.

Photo Gallery

Diversified Contractors / DC Patio

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden for spring in DC Metro with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Traditional Westport

Oliver Design Associates

Large arts and crafts front yard partial sun formal garden in New York with a garden path and natural stone pavers for spring.

Chiltern Estate

The Garden Design Company

The maze
Inspiration for an expansive country backyard full sun garden for summer in Berkshire with a garden path.

Norlen Landscaping, LLC

sheri norlen
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Salt Lake City with brick pavers and a garden path.

Green Garden Design Ideas with a Garden Path

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.