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May 2014- LED Upgrade
May 2014- LED Upgrade
Lite4 Outdoor LightingLite4 Outdoor Lighting
This project was an LED upgrade and repair to an older, existing outdoor lighting system that was in not working. Many of the lighting wires had been cut and a good many of the fixtures needed to be relocated due to the more mature landscape. The system was cleaned, repaired and the old halogen lamps were replaced with high quality, energy efficient, LED lamps. This fortunate homeowner will now get to enjoy night after night of flawless light around the garden and pool spaces, and not have to worry about changing a bulb on this current system ever again. Photo by : Tim Ryan- Lite4 Outdoor Lighting
Small Perennial Bed
Small Perennial Bed
UserUser
This small picket fence encloses the childrens play area. Spring and summer blooming perennials help to soften the fencing and adds the cottage charm of this space. This landscaping project is located in Bergen County, NJ. Landscape design and build services in the New Jersey and New York areas. 845-590-7306
Paradise Valley - 2010
Paradise Valley - 2010
Greey PickettGreey Pickett
Malvern | Wattle House
Malvern | Wattle House
Catnik Design StudioCatnik Design Studio
MALVERN | WATTLE HOUSE Front garden Design | Stone Masonry Restoration | Colour selection The client brief was to design a new fence and entrance including garden, restoration of the façade including verandah of this old beauty. This gorgeous 115 year old, villa required extensive renovation to the façade, timberwork and verandah. Withing this design our client wanted a new, very generous entrance where she could greet her broad circle of friends and family. Our client requested a modern take on the ‘old’ and she wanted every plant she has ever loved, in her new garden, as this was to be her last move. Jill is an avid gardener at age 82, she maintains her own garden and each plant has special memories and she wanted a garden that represented her many gardens in the past, plants from friends and plants that prompted wonderful stories. In fact, a true ‘memory garden’. The garden is peppered with deciduous trees, perennial plants that give texture and interest, annuals and plants that flower throughout the seasons. We were given free rein to select colours and finishes for the colour palette and hardscaping. However, one constraint was that Jill wanted to retain the terrazzo on the front verandah. Whilst on a site visit we found the original slate from the verandah in the back garden holding up the raised vegetable garden. We re-purposed this and used them as steppers in the front garden. To enhance the design and to encourage bees and birds into the garden we included a spun copper dish from Mallee Design. A garden that we have had the very great pleasure to design and bring to life. Residential | Building Design Completed | 2020 Building Designer Nick Apps, Catnik Design Studio Landscape Designer Cathy Apps, Catnik Design Studio Construction | Catnik Design Studio Lighting | LED Outdoors_Architectural
Willow Park bungalow.
Willow Park bungalow.
Alford's LandscapingAlford's Landscaping
Seattle Contemporary
Seattle Contemporary
Kirkland Land CareKirkland Land Care
Gallery
Gallery
McAdam LandscapingMcAdam Landscaping
Japanese Courtyard Garden Brisbane
Japanese Courtyard Garden Brisbane
Cascade Garden DesignCascade Garden Design
Brendan Pitt
Modern Water-Side Landscape Remodel - Front, Bel Marin Keys, Novato, CA
Modern Water-Side Landscape Remodel - Front, Bel Marin Keys, Novato, CA
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
The front areas of this landscape were transformed from a tired, water thirsty lawn into a contemporary setting with dramatic concrete pavers leading to the home's entrance and a new driveway using large concrete slabs with small black pebbles set in resin. Plants for sun and part shade complete this project. They include Bulbine frutescens 'Hallmark', a non-stop bloomer in northern california with orange/yellow flowers, with Creeping Raspberry (Rubus pentalobus) a tough ground covers that forms a dense matt. Elfin thyme ground cover softens the concrete pathway, and mondo grass on other side of pathway with a Japanese Maple tree accented with Mexican pebbles. Completed in February 2014. The back areas of this transformation are in a separate project: Modern Water-Side Landscape Remodel. Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design.
Flagstone Walkway
Flagstone Walkway
Choice Landscapes LLCChoice Landscapes LLC
Choice Landscapes LLC
Woodland Rock Garden
Woodland Rock Garden
Starbird Garden Services LLCStarbird Garden Services LLC
Brighten the woodland rock garden in part shade under large cedar trees by using bright Golden Japanese Forest Grass and taller Euphobia. A silver blue sedum ground cover that blooms bright yellow flowers in late spring will further brighten the area. Small pink wax begonias add color and heart shaped leaves for different texture along with the small pink english daisies.
Bird Baths
Bird Baths
Anson NurseryAnson Nursery
Quartzite stone gurgler water feature, close-up
Quartzite stone gurgler water feature, close-up
Metamorphic DesignMetamorphic Design
Linda Shaw
Project Four
Project Four
Pearson Landscape ServicesPearson Landscape Services
Riad Écologique
Riad Écologique
Sustainable Horticultural EnvironmentsSustainable Horticultural Environments
Teresa Watkins
Living Garden
Living Garden
STEM Landscape Architecture & DesignSTEM Landscape Architecture & Design
Brent Wilson Photography, (night photos) 'Gardens at Night' photography.
Romantic Guesthouse, Cognac, France
Romantic Guesthouse, Cognac, France
London Realty InternationalLondon Realty International
Walls
Walls
Magic Gardens LandscapingMagic Gardens Landscaping
2016 Spanish Revival
2016 Spanish Revival
Kim Grant Design IncKim Grant Design Inc
Kim Grant, Architect; Elizabeth Barkett, Interior Designer - Ross Thiele & Sons Ltd.; Theresa Clark, Landscape Architect; Gail Owens, Photographer
Landscape
Landscape
Arroyo Seco ConstructionArroyo Seco Construction

Black Garden for Spring Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed garden is as important as the emphasis we place on the designs of our interiors. After all, our grounds (however modest) frame our homes and contribute to first impressions not only of our houses, but also of the households within. Options for garden designs can be as elaborate or low maintenance as your lifestyle and preferences permit – consider both your aspirations for how it should look and how much time you can invest in garden maintenance. Consulting a gardener or landscape designer will ensure you have a garden that suits your lifestyle, the local climate and soil conditions. But don’t forget that with Houzz your first stop can be collecting images of garden ideas and designs you love in order to inspire your garden plans and potentially share them with a landscape gardening professional.

How do I come up with a front garden design?

The priority for a front garden is kerb appeal. Begin by considering the area immediately around and leading up to your front door. You may want to opt for front garden designs that blend well with the style of your home – for example, abundant foliage and flowerbeds will perfectly complement a period property, whereas man-made materials, geometric shapes and contrasting textures are great ideas for a contemporary garden design. Even if your front garden is a small space, keep it tidy – if you have more space, make the most of it with garden ideas and features such as a manicured lawn, gravel driveway, water feature or garden fencing. If you don’t have the time or commitment to devote to gardening, then neatly pruned hedges, statement paving, hanging baskets, garden benches and outdoor lighting are all decorative, low maintenance garden ideas for your front garden design.

How should I design my back garden?

Back gardens typically offer more space than front garden designs and serve a more recreational purpose, so it’s important to know how you want to spend time in your garden before you design it in order to build in the features that you will enjoy. If you love relaxing in the garden and dining al fresco, think about patios, decking, garden furniture and BBQs. For the more horticulturally-inclined, incorporate flower beds, greenhouses or vegetable garden designs. Your landscape gardening professional can help you install structures such as sheds, pergolas and gazebos that complement your garden design, and artfully-placed garden ideas such as lawn edging and lighting will add definition to your chosen design.

How do I create a low maintenance garden?

The great news is, gardens aren’t exclusively for the green-fingered. Whether you’re not horticulturally-inclined or simply don’t have the time for a bit of landscape gardening, you can still have a garden design that looks the way you want by making some smart design choices. While many of us favour low maintenance gardens like urban gardens, roof terraces and patio gardens, lovers of greenery don’t need to sacrifice grass for paving slabs. Whatever you want from your garden, there are a variety of gardening solutions that can be built in to make life easier. For example, labour intensive features such as vegetable patches, greenhouses and flower beds can be optimised with an automatic irrigation system. These can be offset with fuss-free garden ideas such as hard landscaping, including gravel, paving or decking, and hard-wearing evergreens that require minimal upkeep. You might even consider replacing your garden fencing with slow growing hedging, which can be maintained less regularly than wooden fence panels. If having a lawn is important, there are different types of grasses in varying degrees of durability and maintenance. You may choose to take a more relaxed approach to your lawn – “wild” garden designs can have great charm if the grasses and flowers are chosen carefully. If you prefer a manicured lawn, it’s a good idea to invest in a “mulching” lawn mower that will recycle clippings and remove the need for cleaning up. Finally, there isn’t a more low maintenance garden lawn than artificial grass which can look highly realistic and keep your garden looking green. Garden ornaments are a great way to add interest to your low maintenance garden design – go for smart garden ideas such as solar garden lights which are both decorative and functional. Find some of the most popular design ideas on Houzz.
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