Goodbye grass, Hello San Diego landscape!

The cobble puddles are on both sides of the driveway for balance in the landscape. The same planting palette is used to create an appearance of the driveway going through the landscape.

Misc

Blooming Desert Pools and Landscapes

Large transitional front yard full sun garden in Phoenix with concrete pavers.

Woods Residence - Gustine, CA.

CP Landscape and Design

Design ideas for an expansive transitional backyard partial sun garden in San Francisco with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Wine Country Retreat

Andrew Mann Architecture

Matthew Millman
Transitional backyard garden in San Francisco.

Before & After Installation Photos

Nite FX Lighting - landscape lighting

Go from Dark to Dramatic in one Day!
Large transitional front yard garden in Dallas for spring.

Full Property Experience - Ayr, ON

Soares Landscaping Inc.

Inspiration for a small transitional front yard partial sun garden for summer in Other with with path and concrete pavers.

Pergola and Studio

Weeds Garden Design Build LLC

A nice view of the custom steel veggie beds - plenty of chard here! Dry set flagstones are inter-planted with Kurapia ground cover, both low water and low maintenance. This was a great little design-build project for some great clients! We oversaw the construction of the shed, designed and built the pergola, deck, outdoor kitchen, water feature, flagstone patio, as well as installing the plants, irrigation and landscape lighting. So pretty at night!

NYC Suburb: Family-Friendly Elegance

Julie Moir Messervy Design Studio (JMMDS)

The landscape design for this property in an established New York City suburb marries stately elegance with relaxed outdoor living. The greatest challenge of the site was a considerable grade change over a small area (a third of an acre). We replaced overgrown shrubs and crumbling stonework with a clean hardscape design that clearly defines the flow around the property. A long play lawn in front is linked to a sideyard patio space and natural-gas campfire with broad bluestone block steps. A cozy dining terrace behind the house is hugged by a retaining wall that showcases friendly flowering plants and edibles. Set into the terrace wall is a custom water feature that brings sound and movement to the seating area. Exposed ledge in the backyard provides a fun playspace for adventurous kids, with a rope bridge leading to a playhouse.

Craftsman Residence

Dunn Carpentry

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

The Laurel

Hursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors

Inspiration for a large transitional front yard full sun formal garden for summer in Chicago with with raised garden bed, gravel and a metal fence.

Willow Glen Oasis: Pool & Pool House

Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.

The sunken firepit is just steps from the main house, with a view of the shimmering pool and the sweet guest house beyond.
Small transitional backyard full sun garden in San Francisco with a fire feature, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Past Landscape Projects

Alpine Construction and Design Ltd.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional backyard full sun outdoor sport court in Calgary with with outdoor playset and decking.

Intercoastal Comfort

Cabaniss Construction

Circular Driveway
Inspiration for a transitional side yard full sun driveway in Miami with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Natural stone terraces support walks and patio with meadow garden

Hanselman Landscape and Gardens

Photo of a large transitional backyard full sun garden for summer in Philadelphia with a retaining wall and brick pavers.

Dublin - Custom Front and Back Remodel

DSTscaping and RLC Construction

Design ideas for a transitional garden in San Francisco.

Our Work

Livolsi Hardscaping, LLC.

This is an example of a transitional side yard garden in New York with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers.

Full Basketball Court

Big Rock Landscaping

A full basketball court completes this family home, and adding thoughtful landscaping around the sport court maintains the visual appeal.
Design ideas for a large transitional backyard partial sun outdoor sport court for summer in Salt Lake City with with outdoor playset, concrete pavers and a vinyl fence.

Poolside Sophistication

David Thorne Landscape Architect

Photography by Treve Johnson
This is an example of an expansive transitional backyard garden in San Francisco.

Vinyl Fence

Unique Fence & Gate

Photo of a large transitional backyard full sun garden in Dallas with concrete pavers and a vinyl fence.

LaSalle Backyard

lilydesign

A new home needs some time for the landscape to mature, however this house backs onto a greenbelt, so the clients have nature at their door step. An avid gardener and nature lover, this client asked for a lap pool, outdoor shower, patio area, veggie garden and outdoor kitchen area. She received everything plus a water feature and a small pool house with a powder room. Materials include natural stone walls & raised planter, sand-etch concrete and patio slab inlays. Metal containers are used for the veggie garden in the side yard.

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.