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Entertain in this Backyard Landscape with Patio & Firepit: Perfect for Families!
Entertain in this Backyard Landscape with Patio & Firepit: Perfect for Families!
The Barn: Landscape + ArchitectureThe Barn: Landscape + Architecture
Linda Barrett
Northbrook Illinois Shade Garden in June
Northbrook Illinois Shade Garden in June
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Photo by Kirsten Gentry and Terra Jenkins for Van Zelst, Inc.
A Creek Runs Through It
A Creek Runs Through It
Geared for Growing Landscape ServicesGeared for Growing Landscape Services
Front Landscape - Bel Marin Keys Lagoon Side Residence
Front Landscape - Bel Marin Keys Lagoon Side Residence
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
The old concrete driveway was replaced with a contemporary pattern of large concrete slabs with small Mexican pebbles set in between in permeable resin. The other areas of this front landscape were transformed from a tired, water-thirsty lawn into a contemporary setting with dramatic concrete pavers leading to the home's entrance. Plants for sun and part shade complete this project, just completed in February 2014. The back areas of this transformation are in a separate project: Modern Water-Side Landscape Remodel http://www.houzz.com/projects/456093/Modern-Water-Side-Landscape-Remodel---Lawn-Replaced--Novato--CA Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design
Lake County, Indiana Back Yard Wonderland
Lake County, Indiana Back Yard Wonderland
Smalls LandscapingSmalls Landscaping
Sand was hauled in to form the 11’ tall water feature and compacted in lifts to ensure stability. The Moss Boulders were installed on top of the liner and a waterfall created pumping water out of the pond. 90,000 gallons of water per hour using three five horsepower pumps.
Bocce Ball court and seating
Bocce Ball court and seating
Gary Marsh DesignGary Marsh Design
photo: Gary Marsh
Country House
Country House
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Grace Design Associates
Grace Design Associates
Margie Grace - Grace Design AssociatesMargie Grace - Grace Design Associates
Back from the ashes!! Burned in the Tea Fire. Lovely Mediterranean Garden. * Builder of the Year: Best Landscape and Hardscape for Santa Barbara Contractors Association
Corten steel wall
Corten steel wall
Wagner HodgsonWagner Hodgson
Corten steel panels float off of a concrete retaining wall. Internall lights illuminate the panel at night and make it appear to float.
Bel Air Contemporary
Bel Air Contemporary
Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate PhotographyJoel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography
Entry Fountain
A Unique Cobblestone Driveway
A Unique Cobblestone Driveway
Stone FarmStone Farm
Belgian sandstone and Porphyry squares come together to create a useful and visually interesting gutter swail.
Less Is More.....Unless It's A Bore
Less Is More.....Unless It's A Bore
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
The landscape plan clarifies how all the components were integrated into the design on the 1.5 acre site. This rendered version magnifies the level of detail applied throughout the landscape.
Hillsborough Estate Garden
Hillsborough Estate Garden
Kristen Rudger Landscape DesignKristen Rudger Landscape Design
French Park
French Park
Creative Landscapes Detroit LLCCreative Landscapes Detroit LLC
Ground cover by other
Parkland Residence, Beverly Hills
Parkland Residence, Beverly Hills
MGS ArchitectureMGS Architecture
Photography by Matthew Momberger
Multi-Game Sport Courts
Multi-Game Sport Courts
Sport Court St. LouisSport Court St. Louis
When you make the decision to install a Sport Court basketball or multipurpose game court in the backyard of your home, we understand you have a lot of choices to make. Sport Court game courts come in six different sizes, with endless variations as to color, design, sport and court elements such as a light system, rebounder and optional fence. Sport Court Powergame in Green and Dark Blue with White Basketball Lines and Black Multi-Sport Game Lines
A Unique Cobblestone Driveway
A Unique Cobblestone Driveway
Stone FarmStone Farm
A combination of European sandstone, reclaimed curbing and Belgian Porphyry squares create one stunning and functional driveway, built to last a lifetime.
The Blue Garden
The Blue Garden
R. P. Marzilli & Company Landscape ContractorR. P. Marzilli & Company Landscape Contractor
Marianne Lee Photography Reed Hilderbrand Landscape Architects Parker Construction TheBlueGarden.org
Various
Various
Magee DesignMagee Design
John C Magee
Classique Jardin
Classique Jardin

Luxury Expansive 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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