Outdoor Kitchen, Dining, Lounging Spaces

The outdoor kitchen is shaded and protected by the batu pergola. The fireplace and lounging areas are screened from the neighbouring view.
Photo of a mid-sized modern backyard outdoor sport court in Calgary with natural stone pavers.

Spring Bulb Designs

The Garden Concierge, Inc.

The Garden Concierge. Inc.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard full sun garden in Boston with natural stone pavers.

Plank

Finishing Touches Landscaping

Mid-sized country backyard garden in Milwaukee with natural stone pavers.

Flagstone paver

The Garden Retreat, LLC

Mid-sized contemporary side yard full sun garden in Portland with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Mid-Century Vibe Bluestone Walk - Bayside

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

Linear plantings of Salvia nemerosa 'Wesuwe' and Molinia arundinacea 'Skyracer' mimic the bluestone walk. Westhauser Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in Milwaukee with natural stone pavers and a garden path.

Serene Retreat

The Ardent Gardener Landscape Design

Extensive stack stone walls reclaim a steep slope and made for a visually appealing area that becomes very useable. Photo: The Ardent Gardener Landscape

New England Cottage Garden

Sigrid Morgan Landscape Architecture LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun garden for summer in New York with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

East Hampton

Spaces Landscape Architecture

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard shaded garden in New York with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Intimate Courtyard, Pond and Stream

Daryl Toby - AguaFina Gardens International

This small space was once the main parking area for this cottage lakeside home and was radically transformed into an intimate and inviting courtyard. Defined by a hand stacked fieldstone wall, granite stepping stones lead from the entrance of the garden and gradually wind their way over a stream bed and lead to the porch that borders the garden. Although set in a cold weather climate, the client requested that the garden be developed to have a lush tropical feeling yet remain consistent with the general surroundings. This was achieved by using a mixture of large leafed perennials such as Ligularia, Hosta and Petasites (Butterbur) ,along with various groundcovers and other perennials including Ferns, Iris and Japanese Forest Grass. The central feature of the garden is a naturalized meandering stream and pond filled with Koi. The use of water in the garden thematically ties the house and courtyard to the homes’ surrounding, an adjacent lake, and adds movement and tranquil sound to the space. Stepping stones appear to float across the surface of the water allowing the visitor another way to enjoy the space. Scale is essential with even the smallest detail needing to be well executed within such limited space. Photos by: George Dzahristos

San Francisco designer showcase

User

Designer event- Annual San Francisco designer showcase. *Design director- Chris Jacobson *Landscape contractor- Garden Route *Metal vine screens on terrace-Greenscreen *Roof planters-Planter Technology *Metallic planters- International Art Properties, Inc *Terrace furniture- Henry Hall Designs *Cast bronze terrace railings- Roger W. Stoller *Bronze gate, hand rail, pelican sculpture- W.J. Sorich Metalsmith *Metal sculpture bench- William Wareham *Photo- Chris Jacobson, GardenArt group

Eclectic Backyard Garden

Garden Gate Landscaping

A complete and eclectic rear garden renovation with a creative blend of formal and natural elements. Formal lawn panel and rose garden, craftsman style wood deck and trellis, homages to Goldsworthy and Stonehenge with large boulders and a large stone cairn, several water features, a Japanese Torii gate, rock walls and steps, vegetables and herbs in containers and a new parking area paved with permeable pavers that feed an underground storage area that in turns irrigates the garden. All this blends into a diverse but cohesive garden. Designed by Charles W Bowers, Built by Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc. © Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc./Charles W. Bowers

Mediterranean Garden

Hawkeye Landscape Design

We began this project with the idea of making a friendly entryway and social area under the Mulberry tree which provides much needed shade in this hot, mountainous area. The 'red fescue' meadow grass has a cooling effect and the agaves reduce the need for excess water and maintenance. The backyard has a covered dining area with a corner lounge and fireplace. The large barbecue offers a cantilevered counter for entertaining. The waterfall into the pool is surrounded with bamboo and plantings that emulate the hillside beyond the property. The permeable paving and mix of Vitex and Olive trees provide shade for smaller seating areas to enjoy the variety of succulents throughout the garden

Elegant Country Estate

Artemis Landscape Architects, Inc.

Mid-sized traditional front yard full sun formal garden in New York with natural stone pavers and with flowerbed for summer.

Typical Residential Projects

Richard P. Rauso, ASLA, Landscape Architects

Richard P. Rauso, ASLA
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun garden for summer in Other with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Front Steps and Walkways

English Stone

New York Blue Stone front entry steps and walwkay by English Stone.
Mid-sized traditional front yard garden in Minneapolis with natural stone pavers.

Alan Block wall and paver patio

Choice Landscapes LLC

Choice Landscapes LLC
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional sloped partial sun formal garden for spring in Seattle with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers.

Contemporary Composition - The LaurelRock Company

LaurelRock

Neil Landino. Design Credit: Stephen Stimson Associates
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden in New York with a container garden and natural stone pavers.

Napa Valley Gate with Trellis

Lou Penning Landscapes Inc.

This Mediterranean style home was given the entrance it deserved with our gate and trellis addition. Beautiful vines and foliage complete the transformation.

Concord River Garden

Minglewood, LLC

Angela Kearney Minglewood Designs
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun garden for summer in Boston with natural stone pavers.

Terraced Dover Haven

a Blade of Grass

View from mid level terrace, back towards picket vegetable garden.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun garden in Boston with natural stone pavers and a retaining wall.

Mid-sized Garden Design Ideas with Natural Stone Pavers

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.