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A little piece of Asia
A little piece of Asia
Garden MentorsGarden Mentors
Stanford Garden
Stanford Garden
Richard KramerRichard Kramer
Grass Terraces
Grass Terraces
Shades Of Green Landscape ArchitectureShades Of Green Landscape Architecture
Photography: © ShadesOfGreen
Oakland Estate
Oakland Estate
Randy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape ArchitectureRandy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape Architecture
Enclosed hot tub
Transforming a Sloped Backyard into a Family Oasis
Transforming a Sloped Backyard into a Family Oasis
Artistic Garden DesignsArtistic Garden Designs
Welcome to our stunning San Mateo, CA backyard, featuring a captivating and expansive slope. At first glance, it may seem like a challenge, tempting you to consider a complete demolition. However, with the keen eye of our expert and creative designers, we have ingeniously harnessed the existing lines of the slope to breathe new life into this space, resulting in a remarkable transformation that is sure to captivate. Explore the fascinating contours and unique shape of our redesigned backyard, showcasing the artistry and innovation that can be achieved when working with nature's own canvas. Get ready to be inspired by the incredible possibilities that lie within this mesmerizing landscape.
Highett - Artistic flair visuals!
Highett - Artistic flair visuals!
Inspiring Landscape Solutions by Parveen DhaliwalInspiring Landscape Solutions by Parveen Dhaliwal
Existing garden was completely redone and deck was refurbished. Even though this was a small space but every vertical angle was maximised and detail was thought off. The water feature/bird bath was installed to encourage bird life into the garden and there have been many visits! Mixed planting with some feature rocks. The trellis feature on the key fencelines was custom designed by Parveen for this project and is a unique feature of this project!
Lake Angelus Project Steps
Lake Angelus Project Steps
Zaremba & CompanyZaremba & Company
The landscape steps from the house towards the lake via a series of terraces, and all walls and steps are kept orthogonal to maintain the formal language of the rear façade. Consistent use of Connecticut stone ensures a cohesive feel and layers of plantings soften the hardscape and integrate the house into the land. Photo by Chris Major.
Taliesen Park
Taliesen Park
HINISH Design CollectiveHINISH Design Collective
Seneca Residence
Seneca Residence
Verdance Landscape ArchitectureVerdance Landscape Architecture
The driveway was rebuilt with permeable Belgard 'Old World' pavers to complement the Spanish style home. Slabs of 'Autumn Gold' create steps up to the front seating area, which is contained by a seatwall clad in 'Mt. Moriah' ledge stone. Photo © Jude Parkinson-Morgan.
Modern Address Marker - Fox Point, WI
Modern Address Marker - Fox Point, WI
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
We designed an address marker constructed with cedar and natural stone. Slate chip mulch surrounds the plans and lannon stone boulders.
Contemporary Fountain w/ Cobble
Contemporary Fountain w/ Cobble
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
This fountain is a great addition to a front yard entry. Clean and simple with a subtle water noise for visual and auditory interest. The fountain is surrounded by boxwood hedges, Mexican Beach cobble, and white precast concrete.
San Rafael Eichler - Mid-Century Modern Back & Front Landscape Remodel
San Rafael Eichler - Mid-Century Modern Back & Front Landscape Remodel
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
The front and back areas surrounding this Eichler home were updated with the mid-century modern design aesthetic in mind. The Front landscape takes on a minimalist design featuring Leucospermum 'Tango' - Pincushion plant, a low-water beauty along with architectural Barrel Cactus, Artichoke Agaves, stately Thatching Reeds, a Blue Palm (Brahea 'Clara') a Mediterranean Fan Palm and other easy-care plants.
Backyard Water Feature
Backyard Water Feature
Magic Garden DreamsMagic Garden Dreams
APL A Place to Meet Again garden Hampton Court Garden Festival 2021
APL A Place to Meet Again garden Hampton Court Garden Festival 2021
Kebur Garden MaterialsKebur Garden Materials
The linear design of this rill using Asian Blue Tumbled Limestone Setts, draws the eye beautifully to the focal point of the garden, an upcycled feature with three brass taps and copper pipes. The creative design by Mike Long is an exemplar of responsible and resourceful design; blending old with new, with no compromise on style. The design uses Asian Blue Tumbled Limestone Setts for the water feature, rill and sunken seating area, with Brazilian Black Slate paving and Styleclad porcelain cladding to finish the contemporary look. Scaffold boards and poles are used for the bar, decking and pergola. Other salvaged materials include a rainwater harvester, pipework and taps and pallet timber, showing how the varied textures of weathered and worn materials can inject character to a space.
Modern Front Yard Landscaping
Modern Front Yard Landscaping
Techo-BlocTecho-Bloc
This front yard landscaping project consist of multiple of our modern collections! Modern grey retaining wall: The smooth look of the Raffinato collection brings modern elegance to your tailored spaces. This contemporary double-sided retaining wall is offered in an array of modern colours. Discover the Raffinato retaining wall: https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/walls/raffinato-smooth/ Modern grey stone steps: The sleek, polished look of the Raffinato stone step is a more elegant and refined alternative to modern and very linear concrete steps. Offered in three modern colors, these stone steps are a welcomed addition to your next outdoor step project! Discover our Raffinato stone steps here: https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/steps/raffinato-step/ Modern grey floor pavers: A modern paver available in over 50 scale and color combinations, Industria is a popular choice amongst architects designing urban spaces. This paver's de-icing salt resistance and 100mm height makes it a reliable option for industrial, commercial and institutional applications. Discover the Industria paver here: https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/pavers/industria-smooth-paver/
Terraced Garden
Terraced Garden
Belsize GardensBelsize Gardens
Mountain Retreat
Mountain Retreat
Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D LandscapingWildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping
Ralph Duesing Transitional on Meadowbrook
Ralph Duesing Transitional on Meadowbrook
M. M. Moore Construction Company, Inc.M. M. Moore Construction Company, Inc.
Some say that Ralph Duesing has created a new architectural style in designing this home. Located in the Preston Hollow neighborhood of Dallas, this white stucco and lueders limestone mansion is clad with massive slabs of limestone and beautifully crafted stucco and features a negative edge all tile pool and spa surrounded by a lush landscape. The home was constructed by the iconic Dallas builder Randy Clowdus and the landscape was designed and constructed by M. M. Moore Construction
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
WINN Design+BuildWINN Design+Build
San Rafael Eichler Front and Back Yard Remodel
San Rafael Eichler Front and Back Yard Remodel
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
The "Gracie Modern Arbors" (by TerraTrellis) offer eye-catching focal points. Three installed to bring interest and needed height over a long pathway ramp with grape vines. Another frames a stairway to the hillside with a flowering Passion vine. The sloped hillsides were revamped to include low-water and low-maintenance plants that include CA natives, flowing grasses, other Mediterranean plants and several succulents.

Garden with a Water Feature and a Retaining Wall 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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