The new walkway was done using Belgard Urbana pavers with a Dublin Rectangle border. New plantings and flower bed design create amazing curb appeal. The photo is by CMWheelock Photography.

Resort Style in the backyard

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

This is an example of a large contemporary backyard formal garden in Seattle with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Colorado Springs Xeriscape Garden

Sunflower Designs LLC

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

Color Amidst a Woodland

User

Plantings had to fit within the bounds of limited sun and nearby deer. Photo by William Healy
Large front yard partial sun garden in Cleveland with a garden path and concrete pavers for summer.

Pergolas and Arbors

Great Oaks Landscape Associates Inc.

Inspiration for a large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in Detroit with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

New England Farmland

Julie Moir Messervy Design Studio (JMMDS)

JMMDS created a new drive court, entry stairs, and herb terrace to complement a new addition to an old New Hampshire cape. We reoriented the axis of the vegetable garden toward a view and created a "turning point" for a handsome pot whose lines mimic the mountain peak beyond. A granite retaining wall along the back of the new addition makes space for a bocce court and lawn. Photo by Randy O'Rourke, published in Home Outside: Creating the Landscape You Love by Julie Moir Messervy. Used with permission from The Taunton Press.

Lisa Wilcox Deyo Landscape Architecture, LLC

Lisa Wilcox Deyo Landscape Architecture

Lisa Wilcox Deyo Landscape Architecture
Photo of a large contemporary front yard partial sun garden in DC Metro with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

The Secret Garden (Oakville, ON)

Partridge Fine Landscapes Ltd.

With the goal of enhancing the connection between interior and exterior, backyard and side yard, and natural and man-made features, Partridge Fine Landscapes Ltd. drew on nature for inspiration. We worked around one of Oakville’s largest oak trees introducing curved braces and sculpted ends to an organic patio enhanced with wild bed lines tamed by a flagstone mowing strip. The result is a subtle layering of elements where each element effortlessly blends into the next. Linear structures bordered by manicured lawn and carefully planned perennials delineate the start of a dynamic and unbridled space. Pathways casually direct your steps to and from the pool area while the gentle murmur of the waterfall enhances the pervading peace of this outdoor sanctuary.

Fences & gates - Contemporary

California Deck Builders

Design ideas for a large contemporary backyard full sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Spring Beauty

FormLA Landscaping

At the top of the trail, a Western Redbud deepens shade. It's pink blooms and seeds lift the eye from the magenta of Hummingbird Sage blooms and an expansive river-rock-filled divot, designed to help sink stormwater.

Dramatic Streetscape Planting

Eden Garden Design

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

Spanish Colonial Whole House Renovation

Allen Construction

The project included new landscape and hardscape to reflect a more formal garden setting. Architect: The Warner Group. Photographer: Kelly Teich
Design ideas for a large mediterranean front yard full sun formal garden in Santa Barbara with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Beaver Lake House #4

Professional Landscaping Company

Inspiration for a large traditional front yard full sun driveway for spring in Other with a garden path and brick pavers.

Contemporary Moorpark

Aurora Outdoors

Photo of a large contemporary backyard partial sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Princeton Junior League Showhouse & Gardens

Ronni Hock Garden & Landscape

Design ideas for a large asian courtyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Philadelphia with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Our Work

Earth Green Lands

Inspiration for a large traditional front yard partial sun formal garden for summer in Dallas with a garden path and brick pavers.

Front Facade-Summer

Chalet

Inspiration for a large traditional front yard partial sun formal garden in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Xeriscape Modern Ranch

Eden Garden Design

Photographer: Greg Thomas
This is an example of a large courtyard full sun xeriscape in Austin with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Casa Aguila Ramona Food Forest

Ecology Artisans

Railroad timber stairs along with native flowers, grasses and plants. ©ecologyartisans.com
This is an example of a large contemporary sloped full sun xeriscape for spring in San Diego with a garden path and mulch.

Traditional Landscape

Inspiration for a large traditional front yard full sun driveway for summer in New York with a garden path and brick pavers.

Large 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.