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THE MIDCENTURY HOUSE, BATTERSEA
THE MIDCENTURY HOUSE, BATTERSEA
NOTO ArchitectsNOTO Architects
Painted black timber elevation
Painted black timber elevation
Karen Parry ArchitectKaren Parry Architect
Saffron Tower
Saffron Tower
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Techo-Bloc Design Gallery
Techo-Bloc Design Gallery
Thomas Lee Fisher LandscapingThomas Lee Fisher Landscaping
Primrose Hill
Primrose Hill
Emma O'Connell Garden DesignEmma O'Connell Garden Design
Bird's eye view of lush jungle-like foliage and bespoke circular bench and table.
Private garden, Staffordshire.
Private garden, Staffordshire.
Janine Crimmins Garden DesignJanine Crimmins Garden Design
Weston Project Two
Weston Project Two
The MacDowell CompanyThe MacDowell Company
This rear yard has a centrally located pool, which is backed by a fieldstone wall. This fieldstone wall has a number of accents to add interest and form, but the highlight is a centrally located fountain. A pool cabana containing a built in grill anchors one side of the pool while a trellis balances the landscape on the other side of the pool. Fieldstone columns with bluestone caps surround the perimeter of the rear yard and lend additional interest to the iron fencing A minimalist approach was taken for the planting scheme. Select ornamental deciduous trees add the vertical element and low shrubs and perennials soften the transition to the house as well as add color. Strategic landscape lighting really transforms this area at night, it's a beautiful area to enjoy a summer evening.
Entry courtyard
Entry courtyard
Lankford Associates Landscape ArchitectsLankford Associates Landscape Architects
The main entry to the house is carefully framed by a fenced courtyard to separate the entry from the parking and street. Lath screen, trellis and pathways frame and surround the courtyard. This farmstead is located in the Northwest corner of Washington State. Photo by Ian Gleadle
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
WINN Design+BuildWINN Design+Build
Putney Garden 2
Putney Garden 2
Tom Howard Garden Design and LandscapingTom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping
Landscaping | Outdoor Design & Build - Coastal Cities
Landscaping | Outdoor Design & Build - Coastal Cities
The Happy Go-Lucky | Luxury Residential GroupThe Happy Go-Lucky | Luxury Residential Group
Simsbury Spa Retreat
Simsbury Spa Retreat
Dian Barnes Landscape Design, LLCDian Barnes Landscape Design, LLC
Planting by Barnes Walker Landscape Architecture, Manchester
Planting by Barnes Walker Landscape Architecture, Manchester
Barnes Walker Ltd - Landscape ArchitectsBarnes Walker Ltd - Landscape Architects
A strong landscape structure of topiary, climbers and hedges allow the garden design to be visible all year. Within the structure, shrubs, herbaceous plants and bulbs create an ever-changing feast for the eyes. Barnes Walker Ltd
Front Gate
Front Gate
Keith Willig Landscape Architecture, Inc.Keith Willig Landscape Architecture, Inc.
At this Palo Alto home, a concrete wall provides privacy for front yard seating. Existing boxwoods and dogwood tree at right were kept per client's wishes. (Photography by Paul Dyer)
Bellevue Water Feature Design
Bellevue Water Feature Design
Environmental Construction, Inc.Environmental Construction, Inc.
Elegant water feature surrounded by ornamental trees and grasses welcome visitors to the Bellevue home. Designed by Environmental Construction, Kirkland, WA
Santa Cruz Sustainable
Santa Cruz Sustainable
K & D Landscaping, Inc.K & D Landscaping, Inc.
Residential home in Santa Cruz, CA This stunning front and backyard project was so much fun! The plethora of K&D's scope of work included: smooth finished concrete walls, multiple styles of horizontal redwood fencing, smooth finished concrete stepping stones, bands, steps & pathways, paver patio & driveway, artificial turf, TimberTech stairs & decks, TimberTech custom bench with storage, shower wall with bike washing station, custom concrete fountain, poured-in-place fire pit, pour-in-place half circle bench with sloped back rest, metal pergola, low voltage lighting, planting and irrigation! (*Adorable cat not included)
猫と暮らす中庭のある家
猫と暮らす中庭のある家
猫と建築社猫と建築社
猫を安心して遊ばせることが出来る中庭。 ウッドデッキ、モルタル、芝、土など様々な素材で五感を刺激し、室内飼いの猫たちのストレスを軽減。 木登りしたり走り回ったり隠れたりと本能的な行動を促すこともまた環境エンリッチメントの向上につながっている。 程よい間隔のルーバーフェンスは猫の脱走を防止しつつ、猫たちが外を眺めて楽しむことも出来る。
Dramatic Streetscape Planting
Dramatic Streetscape Planting
Eden Garden DesignEden Garden Design
Striking Texas native botanical design with local river rock top dressing. Photographer: Greg Thomas, http://optphotography.com/
Covington Farmhouse
Covington Farmhouse
Smoketree LandscapeSmoketree Landscape
Circular driveway with sugar kettle fountain
Elegant Raised Vegetable Gardens
Elegant Raised Vegetable Gardens
Nature's Perspective LandscapingNature's Perspective Landscaping
A space for growing vegetables and potting plants is made more aesthetically pleasing, with a geometric planter design, a large bubbling urn and natural clay pavers and bluestone slabs. A drip irrigation system keeps plants lush and thriving.

Full Sun, Fully Shaded Garden 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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