Piassick Photography, Jazon Oleniczak
Design ideas for a large traditional front yard formal garden for fall in Dallas.

Courtyard Residence

Silk Cavassa Marchetti Architecture & Interiors

Laurie Black
Design ideas for a large traditional formal garden in Seattle with gravel.

Formal City Garden

A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC

View from roof garden.
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts front yard partial sun formal garden in New York with a garden path and gravel.

Contemporary Landscape

Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard full sun formal garden in San Diego with decking and a retaining wall.

Colorado Springs Xeriscape Garden

Sunflower Designs LLC

A small turf area is surrounded by drought tolerant, yet lush looking plantings.
Inspiration for a large mediterranean backyard partial sun formal garden in Denver with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Kitchen Garden

Wallace Landscape Associates

Large traditional backyard full sun formal garden in Philadelphia with a container garden and gravel.

Distinctive Gardens

Wallace Landscape Associates

Photo of a large traditional backyard formal garden in Philadelphia.

Frame For A Garden

Garden Structures & More

If you will note the area behind the seating you will see that copper pipe has been introduced as a trellis medium.
Inspiration for a large asian backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Minneapolis with a garden path and gravel.

Landscaping

PLS Landscaping

Photo of a large modern backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Other with with raised garden bed, brick pavers and a wood fence.

Wandsworth

The London Gardener Ltd

We were asked to redesign a large garden in Wandsworth, SW18. It needed to be child-friendly, with a sunken trampoline and a large real grass lawn and plenty of space to entertain and enjoy the sun. Also our client was anxious to keep the garden private, and to block views into the garden where possible. We were fortunate to be able to enjoy a number of mature trees in other gardens, and this allowed us to focus more on the medium and lower layers of planting. We mixed long-flowering shrubs and perennials with small multi-stemmed trees, all of which were planted with a long season of interest in mind. The planting around the sunken trampoline had to be kept low so the children could be seen from the house, and also robust incase it got landed on!

Restauro Complesso ViaNuova

Arch. Alessandra Cipriani

Giardino esterno
This is an example of a large country front yard full sun formal garden for winter in Florence with with lawn edging, brick pavers and a wood fence.

Formal English Garden

Rosborough Partners Inc.

Dreamy garden to let your mind get lost...
Large traditional backyard full sun formal garden in Chicago with with flowerbed for summer.

3D Landscape Designs

Custom Outdoor Creations

3D Landscape Designs from Custom Outdoor Creations LLC
Design ideas for a large tropical backyard full sun formal garden in Miami with a garden path and brick pavers.

Outdoor Fireplace

Auldton Stoves Ltd

Unlike other outdoor fireplaces, this one is made from Volcanic Pumice, sourced from the Hekla Volcano in Iceland. The natural pumice gives this outdoor fireplace all the insulation needed to have a safe and spectacular focal point in any garden. Ideal for large manicured gardens or small city hideaway courtyards. The relatively small footprint also means that this can be placed against any wall in even the tiniest of gardens or yards. Being so well insulated it has been tested for combustable material meaning it has no problem backing onto or sitting on wood or plastic. Having an outdoor fireplace really does change the way that you entertain with friends and family. It really can transform your outdoor area into a useable space all year round. Create a Cosy warm atmosphere and bring everybody together this yea!

Muswell Hill Garden

London Garden Designer

The existing garden layout was very unwelcoming, with a lot of overgrown shrubs and dense foliage that resembled a long dark tunnel. The clients really wanted the space to work more practically for them as a family, and to encourage the children to venture and explore outdoors. Due to the steep slope the design and build involved some major excavation to allow a bigger patio space that was in balance with the house. It was also important that there was a gentle meandering journey up through the garden, allowing places to stop and pause, to entice you towards the upper lawn and a new woodland area where there is an outdoor studio, play area and gym. The slope itself acts as a wonderful stage set to showcase the garden. The poured concrete retaining walls, hardwood timber and Corten steel all weather very naturally, which combined with the soft, undulating rhythm and repetition of the planting, has resulted in a soothing and restful composition. The clients are out in the garden everyday come rain or shine, enjoying the space. They have been a complete joy to work with, embracing every aspect of a challenging build, and the results that can be reaped.

Ross Remodel

SINGLEPOINT DESIGN BUILD INC.

This is an example of a large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in San Francisco with with path and natural stone pavers.

Garell

David Hertz & Studio of Environmental Architecture

Inspiration for a large asian backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Other with with pond and concrete pavers.

Scandinavian Farmhouse

Amy Martin Landscape Design

www.jfaynovakphotography.com
Inspiration for a large modern side yard partial sun formal garden for fall in Boston with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Southern Charm Farmhouse Back Patio

Blenker Construction

Large country side yard full sun formal garden in Other with a fire feature and concrete pavers for summer.

Espace de vie du jardin

Terrasses des Oliviers - Paysagiste Paris

Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Paris with a garden path, decking and a wood fence.

Large Formal 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.