Small modern backyard full sun formal garden in Berkshire with with pond, decking and a wood fence for summer.

Lime green floating duckweed and surrounding foliage pops as the light fades.
Inspiration for a small contemporary courtyard partial sun garden for fall in Central Coast with with pond, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

This lovely landscape sports a poured in place concrete slab patio with drought tolerant sedum plants between the slabs. This sedum mix is sold in sheets then cut to fit but it’s actually grown for green-roof application. It works perfectly in this hot environment too as it is extremely drought tolerant and can go a month without water. Because the water runoff is absorbed between the slabs the patio drainage works perfectly and there are no need for drains.The swimming pool is of the fiberglass variety. Though the initial investment is greater than that of vinyl pools the ROI is greater over a 10 year period. Fiberglass pools retains more heat as the pool shell is all one piece and they don’t ever require a new liner.. This fiberglass pool has cool built-in benching and steps. And there is even a swim jet built into one side great for those cardio blasting swims. The pool interior colour is grey though it shows a soft blue/grey when water is added due to the reflection of the sky and other surroundings. The pool coping is natural stone with rock face edge. The steel arbour was custom made. Metal (steel) was chosen for it’s slim strength as wood placed here would have been too chunky. The best rooms (indoors or our) have a subtle layering of textural elements. To me this landscape needed a structure here to define the “rooms” It will look even better in a few years when the vines reach the top and the Miscanthus on either side reaches its 7′ height!The 12′ x 16′ pavilion is also made of steel and houses an alfresco dining table and sofa set. The pavilions built in cupola makes the warm breezes comfortably pass through with no need for a fan. It’s also sunken 2′ from the pool/patio height and nestled nicely in the corner. I must also mention the large slim planters with “Red Shades” Canna lily within. They are the perfect boldness/balance!Step through the arbor and a linear pond with “floating” natural stone step is revealed! Two smooth flow scuppers are responsible for the quiet waterfalls either side. A wood deck overhangs the pond adding softness to the setting. A modern retaining wall with natural stone cap runs the full width of the pond and pool adding interest and dimension. In the covered outdoor living area this wall is the perfect seat wall - adding lots of extra party seating! The lesson to be learned here is that good design can be applied to any space. This backyard is only 50′ x 45′ and look what can be achieved! Landscape design and photography by Melanie Rekola

Welcome to our design space at the Pasadena Showcase House of Design. This “oasis” features a beautiful collection of koi fish, gracefully swimming in a 5’x8’ pond. Our modern, clean-cut paver patio is customized to intertwine with large seating boulders. By bringing the pathway right to the edge of the pond, we showcase our favorite cantilever effect. Softening the design, California-friendly plants and a stunning live plant wall surrounds the area, while lights can be seen hanging from the trees, extending the ambiance into the evening hours.

Jardin après travaux Crédits photos La Nostra Secrets d'Intérieur, toutes utilisations est strictement interdite
Photo of a small contemporary courtyard full sun formal garden for summer in Marseille with with pond and decking.

Inspiration for a small traditional backyard shaded garden in Seattle with with pond.

Closeup of the boulders and planting near the end of the stream. Notice how all the plants are nestled among the rocks as though they were there naturally: the Autumn Ferns, The Cinnamon Ferns, the Taro, the Japanese Maples, the Heuchera, the Pine, and more! Erik Jones

Cool art mask and high five feature set off this hot tub nook! Small and tranquil, this urban space makes use of the limited area to create a spa-like flow.

Этот пруд расположен во внутреннем дворике над крышей подземного гаража. Чтобы не нагружать перекрытия пруд сделан совсем неглубоким. С одной стороны к пруду примыкает деревянный настил, палуба из лиственницы. Кованый мостик соединяте два берега и повторяет растительные орнаменты цветников. Авторы: Олег Авдонин, Наталья Пышкова GARDENMARINE

Small country front yard shaded formal garden in Boston with with pond for summer.

Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in London with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Stephane Candé
Small eclectic backyard full sun garden in Marseille with with pond and brick pavers.

The new waterfall is now a place that the birds REALLY enjoy!
Inspiration for a small mediterranean backyard full sun garden in Phoenix with with pond.

Photo of a small asian front yard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Vancouver with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Terrasse mit Holzdeck und Wasserbecken für gemütliche Stunden am Nachmittag und Abend (N/W-Lage)
Inspiration for a small contemporary partial sun garden for summer in Munich with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Drone technology shows the backyard after construction and installation was complete.
Photo of a small asian backyard partial sun garden for summer in Providence with with pond and decking.

A tranquil garden design teeming with herbs and medicinal plants. Visitors are encouraged to use the continuous path as an aid to walking meditation. Along the path one can appreciate the filigree forms of umbellifers and gossamer fennel leaves. Awareness of subtleties such as plant movement in a breeze and backlit petals is heightened. The layout of the garden is denominated by the path’s route which loops and circles to contain a circular water trough and round of thyme. This curved path is intersected at various points by a serpentine rill. Senses are heightened via the calming sound of flowing water, cushioned feel of camomile atop the seat and the uplifting fragrance of mint varieties.

The new waterfall is now a place that the birds REALLY enjoy!
Design ideas for a small mediterranean backyard full sun garden in Phoenix with with pond.

Light up the waterfall and listen to the water flow over the rocks. It's like living in a neighborhood park!
Design ideas for a small contemporary front yard shaded formal garden in San Francisco with with pond and natural stone pavers.