Japanese rock garden Engawa ledge Silvertop Ash Bluestone paving
Photo of an asian garden in Other.

Central courtyard forms the main secluded space, capturing northern sun while protecting from the south westerly windows off the ocean. Large sliding doors create visual links through the study and dining spaces from front to rear.

2020 Gold & Landscape Design of the Year Awards, Residential Design - COS Design

LDI (Landscape Design Institute)

Design ideas for a contemporary garden in Sydney.

Privacy Fences

Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.

Wood privacy fences come in a variety of styles and sizes. The expert fence builders at Atlanta Decking and Fence were recently voted Best Fence Builders by Appen readers. Contact us at 770-781-4641 for a free, no-hassle estimate.

12th Street Studios

Pollen Architecture & Design

Photo of a modern garden in Austin.

Best of Gallery

Pineapple Interiors

Design ideas for a contemporary partial sun garden in London with a wood fence.

Coronado Coastal Contemporary

Gravel To Gold, Inc.

Photo of a small beach style side yard shaded garden in San Diego with with privacy feature, concrete pavers and a wood fence.

Container Gardens

Table2Garden

Mid-sized industrial backyard garden in Other with a container garden and concrete pavers.

contemporary garden with child's play Radlett

FMN Gardens

Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard garden in London with natural stone pavers.

A San Francisco Victorian Modern

Growsgreen Landscape Design

Photo by Caitlin Atkinson
Design ideas for a modern garden in San Francisco.

Halsted House Backyard Koi Pond

Creative Zen, Inc. Landscape Designer & Contractor

Koi pond in between decks. Pergola and decking are redwood. Concrete pillars under the steps for support. There are ample space in between the supporting pillars for koi fish to swim by, provides cover from sunlight and possible predators. Koi pond filtration is located under the wood deck, hidden from sight. The water fall is also a biological filtration (bakki shower). Pond water volume is 5500 gallon. Artificial grass and draught resistant plants were used in this yard.

LaurelRock Company: Turkey Hill

LaurelRock

Larry Merz
Inspiration for a mid-sized country backyard full sun garden in New York with a garden path.

Lafayette 2

Envision Landscape Studio

Inspiration for a large modern sloped full sun xeriscape in San Francisco with a retaining wall and gravel.

Steel wall and Fire Pit

R DESIGN Landscape Architecture P.C.

Steel Privacy Wall and Fire Pit: Landscape Architecture by Ryan Manning and Ransom Beegles: http://www.rdesignstudios.com

Residential Gazebo - Wooden

River View Outdoor Products

Our Traditional Amish gazebos are constructed of quality lumber. You will love the look, feel and over all richness that a wooden gazebo offers. Wood gazebos can be painted or stained and refinished. Garden gazebos constructed with wood also provide a warm atmosphere for an at home feel.

Aptos Hills Deer and Drought Resistant

Woodling Landscape Design

Railroad tie steps. This active family needed to overhaul this large property but didn't know where to start. "It's like three acres of boring dirt and weeds", said my client. The steeply sloped property did indeed present unique challenges with ever-present voracious deer, the need for erosion control and bank stabilization, large areas that required planting while still considering water conservation, and the need for beautification and modernization to tie into the aesthetic of the newly renovated home. Concurrently, safety and access to all parts of the property were a consideration. Landscaping goals were accomplished through careful plant selection and judicious use of retaining walls in various styles throughout the property. Generous railroad tie steps were used on sloping side yards. The landscaped portions converge gracefully with the existing oak woodland. Children can play and hide in many fun spots, while my client's elderly grandmother can safely walk around.

2 Bedroom Holland Park Flat

Ray Dowling Photography

Raymond Dowling
Contemporary backyard garden in London.

Fences & Gates - Traditional

California Deck Builders

Fence & Gate clear RedWood Marina Del Ray
Design ideas for a large contemporary front yard partial sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Tight Site But Big Entertaining

Land2c Landscape Architecture

Land2c A shady sideyard is paved with reused stone and gravel. Generous pots, the client's collection of whimsical ceramic frogs, and a birdbath add interest and form to the narrow area. Beginning groundcovers will fill in densely. The pathway is shared with neighbor. A variety of textured and colorful shady plants fill the area for beauty and interest all year.

Container Gardens

Sublime Garden Design, LLC

Sublime Garden Design
Design ideas for an eclectic garden in Seattle with a container garden.

Pink 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.