The Entry and Parking Courtyard : The approach to the front of the house leads up the driveway into a spacious cobbled courtyard framed by a series of stone walls , which in turn are surrounded by plantings. The stone walls also allow the formation of a secondary room for entry into the garages. The walls extend the architecture of the house into the garden allowing the house to be grounded to the site and connect to the greater landscape. Photo credit: ROGER FOLEY

LaurelRock Company: Back Country Manor

LaurelRock

Karen Bussolini
Design ideas for an expansive traditional front yard partial sun driveway in New York with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

English Jewel Box

Mariani Landscape

A rich traditional garden flanking the asphalt driveway, ending in a drive court detailed with a cushwa brick medallion inlay. The drive is curbed with the same brick. The gardens are filled with 'Tina' crabapple, Hydrangea, boxwood, and Pachysandra ground cover. Photo Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan

Milton Residence

a Blade of Grass

Photo by Pete Cadieux
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional side yard full sun driveway in Boston with gravel.

The Great Backyard

Photo of a large traditional front yard full sun driveway in San Francisco with gravel.

Westford Street Garden

Ream Design LLC

Expansive traditional front yard partial sun driveway in Boston with concrete pavers.

Our Portfolio

Hilimire Pavers

This is an example of a traditional front yard driveway in Tampa with concrete pavers.

The Heights

Acer Design Studio

Design ideas for a traditional driveway in Boston.

A Unique Cobblestone Driveway

Stone Farm

Aerial view: A combination of European sandstone, reclaimed curbing and Belgian Porphyry squares create one stunning and functional driveway, built to last a lifetime.

Small Spaces

Maria Hickey & Associates Landscapes

Design ideas for a large traditional front yard full sun driveway for summer in Boston with a container garden and mulch.

Paver Walkways

Autumn Hill Patio & Landscape

Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard driveway in Wilmington with a garden path and brick pavers.

Our Work

Landscape Lighting Designers Plus

Mid-sized traditional front yard driveway in DC Metro with mulch and a retaining wall.

Lawn, Planting and Irrigation

Washington County Landscapes

Photo of a traditional side yard driveway in Houston with mulch.

Driveway Turn-Around

Krugel Cobbles, Inc.

Phototography: Linda Oyama Bryan
Large traditional front yard driveway in Chicago with concrete pavers for fall.

Gardens for a Classic Colonial Home

Burke Brothers Landscape Design/Build

Driveway entrance in summer planted with pink petunias.
Inspiration for a traditional driveway for summer in Philadelphia.

Glencoe French Chateau - Formal Pool and Landscape

Arrow. Land + Structures

Glencoe Residence Landscape. Brick Paver Driveway with Bluestone Motorcourt Border, Radiant Snow Melt Heat System, French Inspired Formal Entrance Landscape, Low Voltage Lighting, and Irrigation. Entire property Constructed by: Arrow. Designed by: Marco Romani, RLA - Landscape Architect.

West University

Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design

The elegant driveway showcases a sophisticated design featuring neatly aligned potted trees and shrubs along a pristine white brick wall. The classic white planters add a touch of timeless charm, while the lush greenery creates a welcoming and serene atmosphere. This beautifully designed driveway not only enhances the curb appeal of the property but also provides a harmonious blend of nature and architecture, perfect for any upscale Houston home seeking a refined landscape design.

Rose Creek Golf & CC

Unique by Design

Rose Creek Golf & CC Landscape: Unique by Design l Helen Weis
Photo of an expansive traditional front yard full sun driveway for summer in Oklahoma City.

Oakland Property

Jager Landscaping

Photo of a traditional front yard driveway in Newark with brick pavers.

Art in the Landscape

Heynssens + Grassman, Inc.

Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard full sun driveway in Chicago with a garden path and brick pavers.

Traditional Driveway Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Traditional 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 traditional 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 Traditional Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.