Central courtyard forms the main secluded space, capturing northern sun while protecting from the south westerly windows off the ocean. Large sliding doors create visual links through the study and dining spaces from front to rear.

San Anselmo Residence

Pedersen Associates

Inspiration for a traditional garden in San Francisco.

contemporary garden with child's play Radlett

FMN Gardens

Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard garden in London with natural stone pavers.

A San Francisco Victorian Modern

Growsgreen Landscape Design

Photo by Caitlin Atkinson
Design ideas for a modern garden in San Francisco.

LaurelRock Company: Family Retreat

LaurelRock

Karen Bussolini
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in New York with natural stone pavers.

Southport Residence and Landscape

Erskine Associates LLC

Traditional partial sun garden in New York with a wood fence.

My Houzz: A Dream Home Grows From an Empty Austin Lot

Kara Mosher

Kara Mosher © 2012 Houzz
Inspiration for a contemporary backyard garden in Austin.

Landscape Renovation in Eureka

Laura Frost; Home and Garden Designer

Low Maintenance water feature
This is an example of a beach style garden in Other.

Residential Gazebo - Wooden

River View Outdoor Products

Our Traditional Amish gazebos are constructed of quality lumber. You will love the look, feel and over all richness that a wooden gazebo offers. Wood gazebos can be painted or stained and refinished. Garden gazebos constructed with wood also provide a warm atmosphere for an at home feel.

Modern Peace

Koheid Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized asian garden in Los Angeles.

Chiswick triangular garden

Charlotte Rowe Garden Design

Charlotte Rowe Garden Design
Garden in London.

A Rural Garden in Woodford

Blue Tulip Garden Design

Photo of a mid-sized country backyard full sun garden for summer in Cheshire with natural stone pavers.

Wilmington Court - Antique Gazebo

Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLC

Antique teak gazebo nestled into the trees at the rear of the garden through an opening in the low, perimeter brick garden wall.
Mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in Houston with natural stone pavers.

Aptos Hills Deer and Drought Resistant

Woodling Landscape Design

Railroad tie steps. This active family needed to overhaul this large property but didn't know where to start. "It's like three acres of boring dirt and weeds", said my client. The steeply sloped property did indeed present unique challenges with ever-present voracious deer, the need for erosion control and bank stabilization, large areas that required planting while still considering water conservation, and the need for beautification and modernization to tie into the aesthetic of the newly renovated home. Concurrently, safety and access to all parts of the property were a consideration. Landscaping goals were accomplished through careful plant selection and judicious use of retaining walls in various styles throughout the property. Generous railroad tie steps were used on sloping side yards. The landscaped portions converge gracefully with the existing oak woodland. Children can play and hide in many fun spots, while my client's elderly grandmother can safely walk around.

Townhouse garden

Neil Jones Design

Using a refined palette of quality materials set within a striking and elegant design, the space provides a restful and sophisticated urban garden for a professional couple to be enjoyed both in the daytime and after dark. The use of corten is complimented by the bold treatment of black in the decking, bespoke screen and pergola.

Raised garden beds and deer fence

Red Cedar Landscapes

This is an example of a small contemporary backyard full sun garden for summer in New York with gravel.

Redmond Foss

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

ParksCreative.com
Photo of a country backyard garden in Seattle with a fire feature and natural stone pavers.

Pools

IM HOME REMODEL

Large tropical backyard full sun garden in Los Angeles with concrete pavers.

License to Chill

Craig Reynolds Landscape Architecture

Tamara Alvarez
Photo of a large tropical side yard garden in Miami.

My Landscaping Work

Dave Ryan Landscaping Nantucket

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun formal garden in Boston with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers.

Turquoise Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by 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 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 Garden for Your Home

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