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Stone Harbor
Stone Harbor
christophermichaelmyerschristophermichaelmyers
Here, the Irish Moss thrives in the salt air. Mondo grass and seasonal plantings suggest a year round sultry environment like one would find in Thailand.
Titirangi Project
Titirangi Project
LANZSCAPESLANZSCAPES
Basalt flagstones, Howea fosteriana - Kentia palm. Marattia salicina - King fern. Ophiopogon japonicus - Mondo grass, Neoregelia, Soleirolia soleirolii. Steve Dodds
Peaceful Luxury Retreat
Peaceful Luxury Retreat
Carrie Nicholson, RB, BIC, HL1 DirectorCarrie Nicholson, RB, BIC, HL1 Director
Tropical landscaped entry with gas tiki torches and stone pathway.
Japanese-Inspired Garden
Japanese-Inspired Garden
Holmes Fine GardensHolmes Fine Gardens
This early-phase Japanese-inspired garden draws from the Buddhist, Shinto, and Taoist philosophies and combines the basic elements of plants, water, and rocks along with simple, clean lines to create a tranquil backyard retreat. Plant material used includes Japanese varieties of trees, shrubs and perennials woven together to create interest throughout each season.
Emirates Hills, Dubai
Emirates Hills, Dubai
TerraVerde Dubai, UAETerraVerde Dubai, UAE
Tropical Estate Landscape
Tropical Estate Landscape
UserUser
Tropical textures compliment this Mediterranean home in Bear's Club, Jupiter. Designed by Pamela Crawford.
Japanese-Inspired Garden
Japanese-Inspired Garden
Holmes Fine GardensHolmes Fine Gardens
This early-phase Japanese-inspired garden draws from the Buddhist, Shinto, and Taoist philosophies and combines the basic elements of plants, water, and rocks along with simple, clean lines to create a tranquil backyard retreat. Plant material used includes Japanese varieties of trees, shrubs and perennials woven together to create interest throughout each season.
Pergola Project
Pergola Project
LuxapatioLuxapatio
Full outdoor project in Weston, Florida which included Travertine Pavers, a 32" X 20" Pergola, Outdoor Kitchen with all Twin Eagles appliances, Outdoor TV set up and Furniture by Kannoa. This project was completed in late 2013. For more information regarding this or any other of our outdoor projects please visit our website at www.luxapatio.com where you may also shop online. You can also visit our showroom located in the Doral Design District ( 3305 NW 79 Ave Miami FL. 33122) or contact us at 305-477-5141.
Robertson Yurt
Robertson Yurt
UserUser
This beautiful yurt in Robertson, NSW's Southern Highlands is an amazing creation. Read more about it on oskiandfig.com
Ocean Front Landscape Lighting, FL Estate
Ocean Front Landscape Lighting, FL Estate
Coastal SourceCoastal Source
Backyard Remodel - Culver City
Backyard Remodel - Culver City
Prime Builders & ExpertsPrime Builders & Experts
Project Description: 3D Backyard Design We created a 3D rendering to fully show our client the outcome of her backyard remodel project. You can see from the 3D renderings we literally brought her vision to life. Complete Backyard Remodel We installed new pavers for the large walkway that runs from the front to the back of the backyard. We built a large concrete wall with stucco all around for privacy. The new courtyard also has new pavers, grass sections, and a sprinkler system. We planted new trees and built a wood-raised vegetable bed. For decorative accents, we added new concrete steps, smart exterior lights, artificial turf installation, river rock installation, and new drain lines to prevent flooding. We also built a custom floating deck that sits in between trees.
Chaparral Ridge Models, Shea Homes
Chaparral Ridge Models, Shea Homes
HK Design StudioHK Design Studio
HK Design Studio aims to provide creative, exceptional landscape designs that reflect the clients style and budget. Owner, Heather Koermer, is a licensed landscape architect on who will provide you with a complete and professional set of plans. Our job is to give the client a product that suits their needs, wants, and style. We strive to create comfortable outdoor rooms that are designed to complement each client’s style. Each project is unique and given the personal attention to detail. A person’s garden should be an extension of their home. Working in the industry since 1996, Heather started her own firm with the express intent of sharing her passion and knowledge with her clients. She is diligent and works in all phases of the projects from initial meetings, concepts, working drawings through construction observation. Let us share our passion for landscaping while providing you with a complete package to see your dreams fulfilled!
Glendale: 20 years of Soul Conservation, near Somerset, VA
Glendale: 20 years of Soul Conservation, near Somerset, VA
Gentle Gardener Green DesignGentle Gardener Green Design
all photos Gentle Gardener Green Design, 2015
Tropical Oasis-As Seen On Animal Planet-The Pool Master
Tropical Oasis-As Seen On Animal Planet-The Pool Master
Pool Environments, Inc.Pool Environments, Inc.
Complete natural stone outdoor oasis featuring pool, separate 10 person spa, koi pond, grotto, waterfalls, island and cabana. Featured on Discovery Animal Planets show The Pool Master.
Coconut Grove Miami Project
Coconut Grove Miami Project
Hagan Binder DesignHagan Binder Design
庭園管理（和風　年間管理）
庭園管理（和風　年間管理）
北村庭園北村庭園
High Rd Residence
High Rd Residence
KDTurner DesignKDTurner Design
Photo by Sam Gray
A Beautifully Renovated South Florida Beach Home
A Beautifully Renovated South Florida Beach Home
Shuster Design AssociatesShuster Design Associates
Lush Tropical Gardens Surround this Amazing Home, One of the Joys of Living in South Florida.
Extra large lot, reborn after a fire
Extra large lot, reborn after a fire
Siobhan's Outdoor TransformationsSiobhan's Outdoor Transformations
We add lots of butterfly and pollinator plants to the properties we design. Amazingly, the butterflies show up immediately, even before we get the plants in the ground. In the foreground are Pentas - magnets for butterflies and hummingbird, a rich source of nectar. They come in many colors, including pink, lipstick, lavender, rose and white. Use Pentas add color to your patios, decks and garden borders. They attract more than a dozen members of the lepidoptera family, including several varieties of swallowtails, the orange-barred sulphur, monarch and the Gulf fritillary, Florida's state butterfly.
Hardscaping Projects
Hardscaping Projects
Sebastian's Tropical Landscape Design, LLC.Sebastian's Tropical Landscape Design, LLC.
Transforming that front yard with empty spaces or poorly grown vegetation can easily change the looks of your home so that you are happy with the low maintenance features.

Expansive World-Inspired Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired front garden design.

How should I design my world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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