This landscape of this transitional dwelling aims to compliment the architecture while providing an outdoor space for high end living and entertainment. The outdoor kitchen, hot tub, tiered gardens, living and dining areas as well as a formal lawn provide ample space for enjoyment year round. Photographs courtesy of The Richards Group.

Colorful Plantings Create Privacy

GreenHeart, LLC

The homeowners enjoy sitting on their side porch and wanted privacy from passersby. KnockOut Roses along the sidewalk are backed by Forsythia for early spring interest and Nellie R. Stevens Hollies for behind them. From the porch, Nandinas grow in front on the Hollies while the grand Lagerstroemia creates a dark pink cloud of summer blossoms. DESIGN: Cathy Carr, APLD Photo and installation: Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc.

1 Acre in Gilbert & A Complete Landscape Transformation - Lush Outdoor Living

Shearon Design Collective

1 Acre in Gilbert that needed a complete transformation from bad grass and desert plants to this lush dream home in prime Gilbert! Raised planters and hedges surrounding existing trees, new pavers, fire features - fireplace and fire pits, flower beds, new shrubs, trees, landscape lighting, sunken pool dining cabana, swim up bar, tennis court, soccer field, edible garden, iron trellis, private garden, and stunning paver entryways.

Southampton Farm

Warren's Nursery

Design ideas for an expansive transitional sloped partial sun formal garden for spring in New York with a container garden and gravel.

Just a Fabulous Place to Call Home | Wheaton, IL

Hursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors

The fire pit is veneered in house brick, lined with a fire brick interior, includes a custom log grate and gas starter, and is finished with a four-piece thermal bluestone coping. The sloping grade was excavated and retained with curved bluestone steps and snapcut limestone.

mill valley gem

Jennifer Messina Interiors

Photo of an expansive transitional backyard garden in San Francisco with mulch.

Highland Residence

Utah Landscaping

Lower grass area looking up towards the outdoor entertaining space. Featuring decking, outdoor kitchen, trellis, firepit, hottub, and waterfeature. Landscape lighting brings a beautiful glow and ambiance to the landscape.

River Oaks 2 - Landscape Maintenance & Seasonal Color

Hogue Landscape Services

fench country classical garden meets modern. These are technically two different houses that the client combined into one. VERY different styles, but well done.

Winsome Living

David Thorne Landscape Architect

Treve Johnson Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional side yard full sun formal garden in San Francisco with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Glen Oaks Backyard Pool Party

Ted Lare Design Build

Ted Lare Design Build
Design ideas for a large transitional backyard full sun outdoor sport court in Other with concrete pavers and a retaining wall.

Laurelhurst Storybook Residence

Board & Vellum

A cascading stream serves as an additional connection point between the upper terrace and lower yard.
This is an example of an expansive transitional backyard partial sun garden for summer in Seattle with with waterfall and river rock.

1 Acre in Gilbert & A Complete Landscape Transformation - Lush Outdoor Living

Shearon Design Collective

Brick Accent Wall and Cedar Gate

LandArt

Custom cedar gate and brick wall extend off of the house. The flagstone stepping stones lead to the backyard.
Photo of a large transitional side yard partial sun formal garden for summer in Other with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Entertain in this Backyard Landscape with Patio & Firepit: Perfect for Families!

The Barn: Landscape + Architecture

Linda Barrett
Photo of an expansive transitional backyard partial sun garden in Chicago with natural stone pavers.

Oasis Garden

Barbara Hilty Landscape Design LLC

Barbara Hilty, APLD
Design ideas for a large transitional backyard shaded garden for spring in Portland with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Queen Mary Drive

Cedar Springs Landscape Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional garden in Toronto.

A Growing Family’s Retreat

Duke Homes, Inc.

Gorgeous natural stone steps lead from the main level rear porch to the walk out basement below.
Photo of a large transitional backyard full sun garden in Indianapolis with with path and natural stone pavers.

Southern Composure

Outdoor Ink, LLC

Design ideas for a large transitional garden in Nashville.

Wine Country Retreat

Andrew Mann Architecture

Matthew Millman
Transitional backyard garden in San Francisco.

Fire Pit-Waterfall

Hursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors

This is an example of a large transitional backyard partial sun outdoor sport court for summer in Chicago with with waterfall and natural stone pavers.

Transitional 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.