Located in a small backyard, the cabana, pool, terrace and landscaping were designed to be one seamless composition. Building upon the seamless design, glass panels located on the south and west elevations glide back into marble clad pockets, allowing individuals to experience the entire backyard with uninterrupted ease. Modern interiors and a white palette were selected to visually expand the spaces while enhancing the natural light. The landscaping is minimalist and structural to compliment the architecture.

Soft modern

Happy Gardens

Soft modern landscaping
This is an example of a small modern side yard shaded xeriscape in Dallas with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Zen Garden

Amazon Landscaping and Garden Design

Zen Garden by Amazon Landscaping and Gardne Design 01406004 Amazonlandscaping.ie
Small contemporary backyard shaded formal garden in Dublin with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a wood fence for summer.

South Lamar Condo

Native Edge Landscape

Native Edge Landscape, LLC
This is an example of a small modern side yard garden in Austin with a vertical garden and gravel.

Slow Flowers September 2019 Inspiration: Sunflower & Rudbeckia Floral Designs

Slow Flowers LLC

A fresh, youthful bouquet designed by Kelly Shore of Petals by the Shore. She selected flowers grown by Bloomia, CamFlor and Mellano + Co., all U.S. farms. Photography Mikaela Marie Photography

Custom Flagstone Patio

User

Brian Debasitis
This is an example of a small traditional backyard garden in San Francisco.

Downtown Small Space-Charleston

REMARK

Tabby-Oystershell fountain wall
Inspiration for a small traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in Charleston with a water feature.

Small gardens

Garden Style Ltd

Inspiration for a small modern courtyard garden in Other.

Permaculture_Roof_Gardens

Bold3D

Hydroponics, Aeroponics, Systems Urban gardening, by Kevin Espiritu of Epic Gardening Balconies & Rooftops
Photo of a small rooftop partial sun xeriscape for winter in Other with a vertical garden and concrete pavers.

Chiswick Contemporary courtyard

Nordland Landscapes

This garden was overgrown and not used at all by the property owners. The homeowners wanted a contemporary courtyard that was family friendly and modern. To achieve this, materials were chosen to match the stylish interior of the house. Also by using lighter coloured material we were able to brighten up the garden. The printed porcelain paving gave a contemporary modern feel whilst introducing added interest. Cedar batten fencing was used to clad the boundaries to minimise the oppressive feel of the high boundaries and to introduce more light into the garden. The cedar timber floating bench now provides a place to sit and entertain. It is also the perfect height for the clients’ children to use as a play bench. To brighten up the dull and dark corner by the french doors, the original steps were clad in beautiful blue and grey encaustic tiles to add much needed colour and interest in an area that had been previously neglected. This contemporary courtyard is now bright and welcoming and used by the property owners and their children on a daily basis.

Small Townhouse Modern Outdoor Entertainment Space

A Small Green Space

Megan Maloy
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard shaded outdoor sport court for spring in New York with natural stone pavers.

Urban Retreat near Downtown Miami

Botalia Designs

Inspiration for a small contemporary front yard partial sun xeriscape in Miami with with privacy feature and concrete pavers.

Elegant Backyard | Lap Pool and Spa

4 Seasons Remodeling & Design Inc.

Inspiration for a small modern front yard xeriscape in Los Angeles with a water feature.

Diana

Brookside Landscape Design

Custom built-in BBQ and concrete counter and steps leading to bedroom. Photo Credit: Brett J. Hilton
Small beach style side yard garden in San Diego for summer.

Pasillo lateral reconvertido en salón exterior

UN JARDIN PARA MI

UN PASILLO LATERAL RECONVERTIDO EN SALÓN EXTERIOR En este proyecto de salón exterior, la parcela presentaba una configuración clásica en ELE de chalet pareado. Las calidades son bonitas y el aplacado en piedra junto con el hormigón de los forjados nos daban la posibilidad de contrastar con la calidez de la madera, el acero corten y el tono oscuro de las gravas que nos gustan. El corredor lateral no invitaba al uso, pero tenía dimensión suficiente para crear una habitación exterior resguardada del calor intenso de la tarde, disfrutando de una orientación casi norte. En España en general, pero en las zonas continentales aún más, es crucial disponer de varias orientaciones en el jardín para maximizar el uso durante el año. La zona principal del jardín, a la salida del salón, está más expuesta al sol de la tarde, con lo que la hemos reservado más para la vida nocturna y los días invernales. Para competir con la valla de simple torsión hemos plantado un seto de photinia que crece a una velocidad considerable y no presenta enfermedades, aportando además variedad de colores verdes y rojizos que nos encantan en la paleta de color del jardín. Hemos conseguido desviar la atención desde los tres metros de altura de la valla al suelo, gracias a los parterres y la celosía lateral, con lo que la espera hasta que los setos alcancen la altura de la valla se hace más agradable.

Urban Garden

Amazon Landscaping and Garden Design

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Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Dublin with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Fountain

Metamorphic Design

Small contemporary front yard full sun garden in Vancouver with a water feature and concrete pavers for spring.

Side path to the beach

Daniel Contelmo Architects

Photographer: Daniel Contelmo Jr.
This is an example of a small beach style side yard shaded driveway for spring in New York with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Pasadena garden

Segal Shuart Landscape Architects

Small courtyard shaded xeriscape in Los Angeles with gravel.

Rear courtyard terrace

Lex McMillan Architects Ltd

We increased the sense of space by hanging a cast iron window frame cleverly backed by mirror. A neat trick we often use.
Photo of a small mediterranean courtyard xeriscape in London with concrete pavers.

Small White 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.