A large but pedestrian back yard became a glamorous playground for grown-ups. The vision started with a motion pool and cabana. As the design progressed, it grew to encompass the entire yard area. The Cabana is designed to embrace entertaining, with an interior living space, kitchenette, and an open-air covered hearth area. These environments seamlessly integrate and visually connect to the new garden. The Cabana also functions as a private Guest House, and takes advantage of the beautiful spring and summer weather, while providing a protected area in the cold and wet winter months. Sustainable materials are used throughout and features include an open hearth area with fireplace, an interior living space with kitchenette and bathroom suite, a spa tub and exercise pool. Terry Poe Photography

Past Landscape Projects

Alpine Construction and Design Ltd.

Mid-sized transitional front yard full sun garden in Calgary with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers.

Ponds and Water Features

Woody's Custom Landscaping, Inc.

Woody's Custom Landscaping
Design ideas for a transitional garden in Portland.

Belvedere Ranch

Vanguard Studio Inc.

Transitional garden in Austin.

Spring Hope

Currin Outdoor Living

Large transitional backyard full sun garden in Raleigh with a fire feature and natural stone pavers.

Water Feature surrounded by Herb Garden

User

We used a Silvermist Boulder and Mexican Beach Pebbles to build a soothing water feature that also attracts birds and other pollinators. The herb garden that surrounds it does double duty for the homeowner who loves to cook!

FRENCH NORMANDY CURRENT: BALTIC BLUE

ORIJIN STONE, LLC

Our exclusive Baltic Thermal Bluestone makes a fresh and stunning statement at this Edina, MN residence. Landscape Architecture by Exterior Design Studios, LLC.

Paysage de provence, rénovation d'une ancienne ferme

CONCEPTUELLES PAYSAGE ET DECORATION

composition d'allium, stipe, ophiopogon et scabieuse
Design ideas for a transitional garden in Marseille.

Outdoor Living

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

This is an example of a transitional backyard garden in Dallas.

Hunting for Perfection

Hobbs' Ink, LLC

Kurt Forschen of Twist Tours Photography
This is an example of a large transitional front yard full sun driveway in Austin with mulch and with rock feature.

Alhambra Valley

Envision Landscape Studio

Photography by Joe Dodd
Design ideas for a transitional garden in San Francisco.

Pacific Palisades Estate

Leyva & Wilde, Inc.

Design ideas for an expansive transitional courtyard partial sun driveway for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Craftsman Residence

Dunn Carpentry

Expansive transitional backyard full sun outdoor sport court in San Diego with with outdoor playset and concrete pavers for summer.

Privacy Screening in large backyard

Treeland Nursery

Alternating Eagleston Hollies and Red Oak Trees with Little Gem Magnolias on the end make for the perfect backdrop in this backyard. Planted and provided by Treeland Nursery.

ADU + Landscape Project

EOL Builders

Photo of a transitional garden in San Francisco.

Basketball Court

Millz House

What to do when you have a koi pond with no fish? Put in a game court! This Rosemount family is sure to get lots of active enjoyment out of their new court featuring SnapSports Duracourt athletic tiles and a 60" basketball hoop. At just 18'x26', this court is a perfect fit next to the existing patio.

Alameda Residence

Christian Rice Architects, Inc.

Coronado, CA The Alameda Residence is situated on a relatively large, yet unusually shaped lot for the beachside community of Coronado, California. The orientation of the “L” shaped main home and linear shaped guest house and covered patio create a large, open courtyard central to the plan. The majority of the spaces in the home are designed to engage the courtyard, lending a sense of openness and light to the home. The aesthetics take inspiration from the simple, clean lines of a traditional “A-frame” barn, intermixed with sleek, minimal detailing that gives the home a contemporary flair. The interior and exterior materials and colors reflect the bright, vibrant hues and textures of the seaside locale.

kent, ct wildflower meadow

Designing Eden llc

Photo of a transitional backyard garden in Bridgeport.

Brewer Project

Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional backyard full sun formal garden in Houston.

Samples of Our Work

Ted Carter Inspired Landscapes

Raised gardens to provide privacy but still support the beautiful harbor view.
This is an example of a large transitional backyard full sun garden in Portland Maine with with raised garden bed.

Transitional Blue Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Transitional 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 transitional 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 Transitional Garden for Your Home

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