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.

Vegetable Garden

AJF Design

This is an example of a large country backyard formal garden in New York with a vegetable garden and natural stone pavers.

contemporary garden with child's play Radlett

FMN Gardens

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

Hinkley Lighting Gallery

Anzalone Lighting

This is an example of a traditional garden in New York with natural stone pavers.

Danville, Saddleback Dr. 1,200 Vine Vineyard

Alderland - SF Bay Area Pool & Landscape Co.

This is an example of a garden in San Francisco.

Ashtead

David Simpson Gardens

Contemporary garden in Other.

levels garden

antonia schofield garden design

spacious family garden in need of a makeover -although lots of space the garden is hard to use because of the steep level change. A structure of tiered raised beds was put in to make the level change accessible and less steep. A spacious stone terrace was created with plenty of room for family dining and large gatherings. The planting in the raised beds and levels is a mix of hot coloured perennials and evergreen hardy structural plants to give all year round interest.

North Shore Midcentury Modern

Calafia Design

Japanese maple pops against the house and creates a peaceful back entry from the garden to this Midcentury home. Bluestone steppers are set into bluestone chip gravel. Photo Calafia Design Hardscape installed by Krugel Cobbles

Tramanto

Green & Rock Unlimited Landscape Inc.

Reyna Sumano
Mid-sized transitional backyard shaded xeriscape in San Francisco with natural stone pavers and with path.

Southfields Garden

Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun garden for summer in London with natural stone pavers.

Bluestone Naperville

KD Landscape

Outdoor kitchen, lattice screen and more serenity.
Traditional backyard shaded garden in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone pavers for summer.

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.

Orinda 3

Garden Nest Residential Landscape

Photo By: Jude Parkinson-Morgan
Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard garden in San Francisco with natural stone pavers.

Jewel Tones on a Steep Slope

Rock Paper Clippers

Gravel steps keep the feel casual.
This is an example of a large contemporary sloped full sun formal garden in San Francisco with mulch.

Moroccan inspired Garden with Jamie Oliver Pizza Oven area

The Outdoor Kitchen Collective

Emily Hawkins
Contemporary garden in Hertfordshire.

Eclectic Mountain Lyons

High Desert Designs, llc

Design ideas for a large eclectic backyard full sun xeriscape in Denver with natural stone pavers and with rock feature.

Wood Fences

Dakota Unlimited

This is an example of a large traditional backyard full sun formal garden in Minneapolis with mulch.

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Best of Houzz 2018・2017・2016受賞
Traditional backyard full sun driveway in Nagoya with brick pavers.

Project _ITODA

シコウ + デ + サイン一級建築士事務所.

Photo of an asian garden in Other.

Bridgehampton Residence

PBDW Architects

Jonathan Wallen
Design ideas for a traditional driveway in New York.

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.