Mid-Century home renovation with modern pool, landscape, covered patio, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, outdoor kitchen, and landscaping.
Photo of a large modern backyard partial sun formal garden in Miami with with privacy feature and mulch.

Welcome Home

Van Garden Inc.

Photo of a large mediterranean backyard full sun driveway in Dallas with with privacy feature and concrete pavers.

Encantó: Lake Winnipesaukee

Stephens Landscaping Professionals, LLC

Natural Boulders and Fieldstone Pavers
Design ideas for a large country backyard partial sun garden for summer in Manchester with a fire feature and natural stone pavers.

The Crosby

Arcadian Landscape

Palms, Bird of Paradise, Shady area
Expansive mediterranean courtyard full sun xeriscape in San Diego with with privacy feature.

Pine Lake - Private Lakeside Wisconsin Resort Home

Vetter Architects

The owners requested a Private Resort that catered to their love for entertaining friends and family, a place where 2 people would feel just as comfortable as 42. Located on the western edge of a Wisconsin lake, the site provides a range of natural ecosystems from forest to prairie to water, allowing the building to have a more complex relationship with the lake - not merely creating large unencumbered views in that direction. The gently sloping site to the lake is atypical in many ways to most lakeside lots - as its main trajectory is not directly to the lake views - allowing for focus to be pushed in other directions such as a courtyard and into a nearby forest. The biggest challenge was accommodating the large scale gathering spaces, while not overwhelming the natural setting with a single massive structure. Our solution was found in breaking down the scale of the project into digestible pieces and organizing them in a Camp-like collection of elements: - Main Lodge: Providing the proper entry to the Camp and a Mess Hall - Bunk House: A communal sleeping area and social space. - Party Barn: An entertainment facility that opens directly on to a swimming pool & outdoor room. - Guest Cottages: A series of smaller guest quarters. - Private Quarters: The owners private space that directly links to the Main Lodge. These elements are joined by a series green roof connectors, that merge with the landscape and allow the out buildings to retain their own identity. This Camp feel was further magnified through the materiality - specifically the use of Doug Fir, creating a modern Northwoods setting that is warm and inviting. The use of local limestone and poured concrete walls ground the buildings to the sloping site and serve as a cradle for the wood volumes that rest gently on them. The connections between these materials provided an opportunity to add a delicate reading to the spaces and re-enforce the camp aesthetic. The oscillation between large communal spaces and private, intimate zones is explored on the interior and in the outdoor rooms. From the large courtyard to the private balcony - accommodating a variety of opportunities to engage the landscape was at the heart of the concept. Overview Chenequa, WI Size Total Finished Area: 9,543 sf Completion Date May 2013 Services Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design

The Meadows

Creative Environments

Large and desert look modern backyard partial sun outdoor sport court in Phoenix with decking for summer.

Visually quiet black stained board fence transitions to open hogwire fence

Village Landscape Architecture

Modern home landscape design in Sonoma County. Low black wood fence provides a barrier that is also inviting.
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Fun in the Sun

Hartman Landscape

Photo of a large traditional backyard full sun garden for summer in Chicago with with privacy feature and brick pavers.

Irvine Terrace

Anne Michaelsen Design

Large contemporary backyard partial sun outdoor sport court in Los Angeles with with privacy feature and gravel for summer.

Los Tilos Hollywood Hills modern home private driveway entrance & rooftop parkin

Whipple Russell Architects

Los Tilos Hollywood Hills modern home private driveway entrance & rooftop parking. Photo by William MacCollum.
Expansive modern rooftop full sun driveway in Los Angeles with with privacy feature.

Inviting Spaces in the Botanical Garden Delight

Susan Friedman Landscape Architecture

A hammock provides relaxing destination spot in the shade after a long day among the pollinator friendly and fragrant plants.
Inspiration for an expansive backyard shaded xeriscape in San Francisco with with privacy feature.

Greek Project

Weisz Selection Outdoor Living Specialists

Complete backyard transformation. Our team transformed this Fairview, Texas backyard into a resort style outdoor oasis by installing the following: large amounts of soil to create berms, large moss boulders for landscape beds and borders, mortared stone landscape border, low maintenance artificial turf, putting green, chipping green, dog run, privacy landscape, multiple types of palms, magnolias and vitex, perennial drought-tolerant landscape plants, seasonal color, French drains, river rock drainage beds, mulch, irrigation system, landscape lighting, and a cedar fence.

Contemporary Retreat

David Thorne Landscape Architect

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape in San Francisco with natural stone pavers and with path.

New Build Lake Minnetonka, MN

yardscapes Inc.

Newly constructed contemporary home on Lake Minnetonka in Orono, MN. This beautifully crafted home featured a custom pool with a travertine stone patio and walkway. The driveway is a combination of pavers in different materials, shapes, and colors.

San Rafael Horizontal Fence and New Entry Stairs & Landing

Clough Construction

Design ideas for a large contemporary side yard full sun garden in San Francisco with concrete pavers.

Dramatic Streetscape Planting

Eden Garden Design

Striking Texas native botanical design with local river rock top dressing. Photographer: Greg Thomas, http://optphotography.com/

Complete backyard Transformation

Through The Garden, Inc.

Contemporary and Zen like garden elements, raised planters and large mature Japanese maple that was placed by crane.
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Wimbledon Garden 4

Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping

Large contemporary backyard formal garden in London.

Wimbledon Garden 4

Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping

Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard formal garden in London.

Amazing Berkeley Back Yard

Sarah Herman Landscape Design

You can read more about the project through this Houzz Feature link: https://www.houzz.com/magazine/hillside-yard-offers-scenic-views-and-space-for-contemplation-stsetivw-vs~131483772

Large and Expansive Garden Design Ideas

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.