This corner detail shows how the existing side perimeter wall meets the new sidewalk fence and new narrow stepped trellis tops. This custom trellis was designed for privacy and planted with Akebia vine which is evergreen and will add more height and screening when mature. The existing mature Ficus vines were saved on the existing stucco wall by building new small raised planters around the roots.

Desert Dwelling for Sports Enthusiasts | Putting Green

Drewett Works

Located in Silverleaf's beautiful Horseshoe Canyon, this 7,700 square foot Ranch Hacienda serves as a vehicle for outdoor space. The owners' desire for "classically traditional" with a lighter, brighter, and airier flavor than the neighborhood's popular, heavier Tuscan fare found expression in exterior materials and detailing that is simple in nature. The Nate Berkus-designed interiors complete the material and color palette with warm restraint. The home, designed for a family with an extreme focus on outdoor living and sports, includes a basement equipped with a home gym, batting cage, and steam room. Outdoor facilities include a sport court and putting green. Additional features of the home include a motor court with dual garages, separate guest quarters, and a walk-in cooler. The clients, receptive to the architect's exploration of multi-use spaces reflecting modern life, gained a laundry room which functions more as a home command station for a highly engaged mother than a place for chores. The multi-use room includes a washer and dryer, wrapping station, project area, winter storage, and her office. Additionally, it's connected to the outdoors, features a beautiful view, and is bathed in abundant natural light. Project Details | Silverleaf - Horseshoe Canyon, Scottsdale, AZ Architect: C.P. Drewett, AIA, NCARB, DrewettWorks, Scottsdale, AZ Interiors: Nate Berkus, Nate Berkus Interior Design, Chicago, IL Builder: Sonora West Development, Scottsdale, AZ Photography: Bauhaus Photography, Scottsdale, AZ

Westie World

Susan Cohan Gardens

Westie World - a garden created for three Westies and their humans.
Design ideas for a small transitional side yard partial sun garden in New York with a vegetable garden and gravel.

Fisher Residence

Urbanleaf Landscapes

Photo of a mid-sized transitional side yard partial sun garden in San Francisco with a garden path and gravel.

Balgowlah Heights

Joanne Green Landscape & Interior

This project had two required outcomes; develop a bolder garden presence in both the front and back garden, while creating a unique area in the backyard for teenage boys to entertain in. The backyard was a very rocky site which included a bald, exposed rock and multiple levels, but which had an innate native feel - so this was built upon by planting a number of beautiful Australian species, such as Bracelet Honey Myrtle, Kangaroo Paw, Mat Rush, selected succulents, Coastal Rosemary, Japanese Box topiaries, Sweet Viburnum, Bird-of-Paradise, Box and Keteleeri Juniper. To carry the native feel throughout the entire redevelopment, the backyard construction included feature sandstone walling, timber bollards to support lighting and sandstone steps with decomposed granite. To ensure the area fulfilled its entertainment goal, a fire pit was created with timber seating surrounds and a new BBQ enclosure installed, complete with lighting and a gas BBQ for year-round functionality. The exposed rock was turned into a unique feature piece and the garden was punctuated with sculptures, tallowwood posts, sawn sandstone, castlight fittings and terrazzo pots to imbue a modern bent. This feel was carried throughout the front yard where new feature walling, pots and lighting complemented the same plant varieties. The end result is a bold modern garden which boasts year-round entertainment functionality and can be enjoyed by all ages.

A Space For the Whole Family

Water & Earth Landscape Design

Design ideas for a transitional backyard garden in Richmond with with outdoor playset and a wood fence.

nort Milford

J. Gudiel Landscape Inc

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional front yard formal garden in Boston.

トランジショナル庭

Transitional garden in Tokyo.

Сад с румянцем

Татьяна Звёздочкина/Студия VENUS DESIGN

Photo of a transitional garden in Other.

Completed Landscapes

JDS Design, LLC

Small Back yard Landscape with multiple functions: play area, fire pit, and flagstone patio
Inspiration for a small transitional backyard partial sun garden in Dallas with a fire feature and natural stone pavers.

Design/ Build- House Proud

Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.

Hear what our clients, Karen & Robert, have to say about their project by clicking on the Facebook link and then the Videos tab. Fall view of the back rain garden and border with turtlehead, grasses, joe pye weed, and astilbe. Project Partner: Hannah Goering Photography

Mesta Park Modern

SchindlerDesignCo. - Custom Pool Builder

Inspiration for a transitional courtyard garden in Oklahoma City.

Matisse Garden

Amy Martin Landscape Design

Transitional partial sun garden in Boston.

Custom Mercer Island Fence

Chapman Construction, LLC

Design ideas for a large transitional backyard partial sun garden in Seattle with gravel.

Complete Renovation - Hollywood Hills

Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional backyard garden in Los Angeles with concrete pavers and a wood fence.

Laneview Court

Landform Design Group

Grey Giraffe Photography
Photo of a transitional garden in Salt Lake City.

Drought-Tolerant Garden with Moss Rocks

Regenesis Ecological Design

Penstemon pinifolius (Pineleaf Penstemon), Sesleria autumnalis (Autumn Moor Grass), and Agastache 'Kudos' (Anise Hyssop) fill out a front landscape with 'Moss Rock' Boulders.

Iron Horse Whitefish

Naturescape - Montana Landscape Design

Trees, rocks and shrubs w/mulch, Bob LeBlanc photo
Photo of a large transitional front yard driveway in Seattle with a garden path.

Transitional - Coastal |San Diego

Parker Rose Design

Transitional garden in San Diego.

Southampton Farm

Warren's Nursery

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

Transitional Yellow 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.