The hit-and-miss cladding completely brings this area to life.
This is an example of a mid-sized industrial backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Buckinghamshire with with privacy feature, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Residential Design

Floravie Design

The overall goal of this property is to increase curb appeal and privacy in the front yard and create a tropical entertaining space in the backyard. An Areca Palm hedge is proposed along the roadway for privacy in the front yard. This type of treatment creates a visual buffer with the desired tropical aesthetic. Planter beds are proposed at the driveway along the street as well as in the corner near the intersection. Specimen palms and colorful shrubs are proposed in these beds. A paver patio is proposed off the sunroom double doors with a modern aluminum pergola. A screen wall along the backside of the pergola will block views to the shed while enjoying the outdoor lounge area. A built-in grill area with a bar counter and outdoor dining table is proposed to the right of the lounge area. A paver patio wraps the perimeter of the pool with the opportunity for lounge areas. Plants such as Traveller’s Palm, Foxtail Palm, Blue Capewort, and Coontie have been proposed throughout the yard to achieve a tropical modern aesthetic.

Asbury Park Lakefront

Refugia Landscape Design/Build

Our team transformed this once neglected lakefront cottage into a one-of-a-kind sanctuary to be used as a year-round residence. These creative homeowners were craving an outdoor living space that felt naturalistic while still offering the comforts of an upscale retreat. In response, we designed and curated a fully integrated living space including expansive cedar decking with built-in hot tub that appears suspended over the steep meadow-inspired pollinator garden below. Bluestone steps create a sturdy, non-slip walk down and native grasses and drought tolerant perennials offer screening and a natural buffer to activity on the water; delivering color and textural interest for this unique outdoor retreat all year long.

Casa Playa J

Starhaūs Arquitectos

Design ideas for a mid-sized rooftop full sun garden for summer in Other with with privacy feature, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Queen Anne Gambrel

Board & Vellum

Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional backyard full sun garden for summer in Seattle with with privacy feature, concrete pavers and a wood fence.

Board formed concrete with lighting

BE Landscape Design

Custom built for fire resistance. Board formed concrete seating and patio. Color added to blend into the existing granite hillside. Salt finish adds texture to camouflage into the surroundings. Custom metal pergola and under bench lighting add to the uniqueness of this hilltop hangout.

Elevated Entertaining

Mom's Design Build

A view from the putting green shows how much privacy the wood accent privacy wall creates. Below you will find a bluestone patio with a fire pit.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun garden for summer in Minneapolis with with privacy feature and natural stone pavers.

University Avenue in Palo Alto

User

This home was not even visible from the street because of the overgrown and neglected landscape. There was no obvious entrance to the front door, and the garden area was surprisingly spacious once the over grown brush was removed. We added an arbored and walled patio in the rear garden, near the kitchen, for morning coffee and meditation. .

Raised Millboard Composite Decking in Windsor

Karl Harrison Landscapes Ltd

On this project our clients knew when they first moved in that the decking looked a little ropy. They took a step out onto the decking to have their foot go straight through it. Ouch… They searched online for advice and found Karl through The Decking Network. Karl visited to carry out a site survey and understand what the client needed. From here he was able to promptly put a quotation together. Once the quotation was agreed this project start to finish took 5 days to remove the old decking, install the new decking and install the custom Accoya ® balustrade. We used recycled plastic posts too, this deck won’t be going anywhere for a long time. The Millboard decking also has a 25-year warranty because it’s installed by an approved installer. For more info visit - https://karlharrison.design/

Backyard Pergola

Archer Services

This is a great example of how a pergola can be built to suit any home or yard. While the pergola is large enough to provide covered seating, it doesn't detract from the functionality or beauty of yard space.

Arlington Landscape project

Boss Landscape Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional backyard shaded formal garden in DC Metro with with privacy feature.

Bloch Residence

Promise Path Landscaping Inc

artistic pavers, with synthetic turf in the between pavers. Ipe wall to cover and hide A/C Unit.
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in San Diego with with privacy feature and concrete pavers.

Relaxing

Rm Landscape Solutions, Inc.

Enjoying our garden of sun & color
Mid-sized backyard garden in Chicago with with privacy feature and brick pavers for summer.

Beachside Townhouse

R ARCHITECTURE

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary courtyard full sun xeriscape for spring in Melbourne with with privacy feature and decking.

Modern Custom Home in The Ridges

Unique Custom Homes

Photo of a mid-sized modern side yard partial sun garden in Las Vegas with with privacy feature and concrete pavers.

Poolside Privacy One Year Later!

Inviting Spaces By Kim

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in San Francisco with with privacy feature.

Blue Heron Driveway - Pelican Developers

Pelican Developers

Mid-sized mediterranean front yard full sun driveway in Orange County with with privacy feature and natural stone pavers.

Maine MidCentury Modern

Sustainable Horticultural Environments

Colorful shrubs, evergreens., boulders.
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury backyard full sun xeriscape in Orlando with with privacy feature and mulch.

Poolside Pergola

Springhetti Luxury Outdoor Spaces

Mid-sized country backyard full sun garden in Other with with privacy feature and natural stone pavers.

Poolside Pergola

Springhetti Luxury Outdoor Spaces

Mid-sized country backyard full sun garden in Other with with privacy feature and natural stone pavers.

Mid-sized Garden Design Ideas with with Privacy Feature

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.