Mid-sized Front Yard Garden Design Ideas

Landscape

Barry Design Build

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard garden in Atlanta with natural stone pavers.

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.

Ranchstyle Home

A.D. I. Landscaping and Tree Services

Design ideas for a mid-sized country front yard partial sun formal garden for spring in Other with a garden path and gravel.

Gates

Split Rail Fence Co Denver CO

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional front yard partial sun driveway for summer in Denver with gravel.

Princeton

Ruben S. Ojeda Architects

Shawn Bishop
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean front yard formal garden in Los Angeles with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Stamped Concrete Projects

Novotny Landscaping LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary front yard full sun driveway in Milwaukee with concrete pavers.

Planting Arrangements

Hawkeye Landscape Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean front yard full sun garden for spring in Los Angeles with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Modern succulent garden in Pacific Beach

Cleator Landscape Design

Contemporary front yard
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern front yard partial sun formal garden in San Diego with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Long Beach Drought Tolerant Landscape

CaliScape Landscape Services

While the Southern California drought is keeping homeowners water usage to a minimum, there are an abundance of plants that thrive on minimal water. A combination of drip irrigation systems and drought tolerant plants can keep your exterior spaces green and beautiful as well as water efficient. This image features our design a few months down the road. With the addition of a few spring flowers, this front yard is officially ready for the Spring and Summer season.

Shangrila - Marin County, CA

BK Interior Design

Hugo guards the entry to the back yard. Guests can either enter the back yard through the gates concealed entrance, or turn right and walk down the paved path to the front door. This space is a main garden feature that displays plant varietals from all over the world.

Santa Monica Exterior Remodel

Studio H2O

Amy J Smith
Photo of a mid-sized modern front yard full sun driveway for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Low water and rock

Barefoot Landscape

Mid-sized arts and crafts front yard full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with mulch.

Piper Place, Yorba Linda

Solscapes

Design ideas for a mid-sized and desert look front yard full sun xeriscape in Orange County with gravel.

Santa Monica Exterior Remodel

Studio H2O

Complete front yard and backyard remodel by Studio H2o. From a gravel yard, to a space of relaxation and privacy. Utilizing drought tolerant plants and low maintenance features.

施工事例

生活空間計画室旭華園

Inspiration for a mid-sized asian front yard partial sun formal garden for summer in Other with natural stone pavers.

Lee Custom Stonework, Boulders and Pond Gallery

The Whole Blooming Landscape, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional front yard partial sun formal garden in Charlotte with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Pavers and Pathways with Artificial Grass

SYNLawn

Herb garden nestled in gravel

Everett Garden Designs

Elton Lane Residence

Studio Balcones

A house remodel and landscape makeover. Photography by Lars Frazer
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury front yard garden in Austin with gravel.

Small Spaces

Maria Hickey & Associates Landscapes

Screens an outdoor shower and creates a tropical paradise. The conservation Commission would not allow the client to have a physical structure to enclose the shower so we screened with shrubs, perennials,a and a few annuals.

Mid-sized Front Yard 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.