This is an example of a large midcentury garden in Gold Coast - Tweed.

Fotos: Julia Vogel, Köln
This is an example of a large contemporary side yard partial sun garden for summer in Dusseldorf with a container garden and concrete pavers.

Varney Point Boulder Wall & Step Project

Belknap Landscape Company

BLC
Design ideas for a large country sloped partial sun garden for summer in Boston with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers.

Memorial - Spring Valley

Designs By Elizabeth

Photo of a large mediterranean front yard full sun garden for summer in Houston with gravel and with flowerbed.

The Lachman Residence

Studio H2O

Design ideas for a large modern front yard full sun driveway for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Container Gardens

Table2Garden

Even small spaces need great design. Container and small space gardens - decks, alcoves and patios are all great spots to "green" up with planted pots. Add color, texture and warmth to your small spaces - or drama to a large space - with a well-designed container. Birdbaths, fountains, troughs and more make great containers. Irrigation can be run to your containers or Oyas (water vessels) can be planted in the containers to provide irrigation and to keep your plants healthy.

A Sleek Outdoor Space

Techo-Bloc

For this project, the Blu 60 slabs were used in this large backyard to create multiple lounging areas around the pool. The Röcka retaining wall and steps were also used. The Blu 60 slabs are perfect to make a true design statement. Great for patios, decks, and poolsides.

Forest Hills Home

Harpeth Valley Hardscapes, LLC

Inspiration for a large traditional front yard full sun driveway in Nashville with concrete pavers.

Modern Rambler

Davies Design Build

Large traditional backyard full sun outdoor sport court in Salt Lake City with a metal fence for summer.

Waterfall and garden pond

Matthew Giampietro Garden Design

Waterfall and garden ponds in this backyard features a stone bridge and large koi pond. Backyard Waterfall, water garden, garden design by Matthew Giampietro of Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc.

Dover Heights Clifftop

Think Outside Gardens

In a unique location on a clifftop overlooking the ocean, an existing pool and rear garden was transformed inline with the ‘Hamptons’ style interiors of the home. The shape of an existing pool was changed to allow for more lawn and usable space. New tiling, rendered walls, planters and salt tolerant planting brought the garden up to date. The existing undercover alfresco area in this Dover Heights family garden was opened up by lowering the tiling level to create internal height and a sense of spaciousness. The colour palette was purposely limited to match the house with white light greys, green plantings and blue in the furnishings and pool. The addition of a built in BBQ with shaker profile cupboards and marble bench top references the interior styling and brings sophistication to the outdoor space. Baby blue pool lounges and wicker furniture add to the ‘Hamptons’ feel. Contemporary planters with Bougainvillea has been used to provide a splash of colour along the roof line for most of the year. In a side courtyard synthetic lawn was added to create a children’s play area, complete with elevated fort, cubby house and climbing wall.

Specialty Projects

Beach Bum Turf Co.

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

Contemporary Landscape in Kissing Camels

Accent Landscapes

Raised planter beds offer a easy way to grow your own vegetable garden.
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Denver with with raised garden bed and concrete pavers.

Landscape at 44th Street

Sonja Cellucci

Custom concrete board-form planter box with cacti & agave. Photo Credit: Hoopes Photography
This is an example of a large modern front yard full sun xeriscape in Phoenix.

Paver Driveways

Summit Outdoor Living

Design ideas for a large country front yard partial sun driveway in Denver with natural stone pavers.

Villa nella campagna toscana con giardino

Arkproject Camaiti & Cangi

Foto del resede dell'edificio prima della realizzazione del giardino
Large country front yard full sun formal garden in Other with gravel for summer.

Jeremy Russell Stone Masonry, LLC.

PA true blue flagstone
This is an example of a large traditional front yard full sun formal garden for fall in Philadelphia with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Paver Patio w/ Seat Wall and Fire Pit

Harvell Landscaping

Adam Harvell
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard garden in Raleigh with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Entry Tree Court

Resolution: 4 Architecture

Entry Tree Court with Poured-In-Place Concrete Pavers and Retaining Walls
Inspiration for a large modern full sun garden in New York with a garden path and gravel.

Gate Entrance

Custom Security Fence & Iron Works, LLC

Photo of a large traditional front yard full sun driveway for spring in Houston with brick pavers.

Large White 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.