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Mediterranean Terraced - Side Garden
Mediterranean Terraced - Side Garden
Bosler Earth DesignBosler Earth Design
We terraced the side of the house and planted a Mediterranean garden. For circulation, we created a decomposed granit path softening the staight lines of the terrace Daniel Bosler Photography
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Katherine Shenaman InteriorsKatherine Shenaman Interiors
Las Alturas Road, Santa Barbara
Las Alturas Road, Santa Barbara
The Aldrich Company - Landscape DesignThe Aldrich Company - Landscape Design
Deep green Rosemary branches upward near a blue green cuspated Agave.
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Alamo House I
Alamo House I
CK LandscapeCK Landscape
Mediterranean Garden
Mediterranean Garden
Hawkeye Landscape DesignHawkeye Landscape Design
Hawkeye Landscape Design We began this project with the idea of making a friendly entryway and social area under the Mulberry tree which provides much needed shade in this hot, mountainous area. The 'red fescue' meadow grass has a cooling effect and the agaves reduce the need for excess water and maintenance. The backyard has a covered dining area with a corner lounge and fireplace. The large barbecue offers a cantilevered counter for entertaining. The waterfall into the pool is surrounded with bamboo and plantings that emulate the hillside beyond the property. The permeable paving and mix of Vitex and Olive trees provide shade for smaller seating areas to enjoy the variety of succulents throughout the garden
Wattle Park Project
Wattle Park Project
Distinctive GardensDistinctive Gardens
A beautiful garden, designed and constructed in collaboration with Susie Nugent Garden Design. Our Wattle Park garden features Natural Bluestone Paving and crazypave pathways with Hewnstone Retaining walls, and a very colourful, textured planting scheme designed by Susie. This garden is a joy to visit, with it's fragrant informal garden beds, leading to a very structured, formal lawn area.
Lavender & Bench with Urn
Lavender & Bench with Urn
Nicola's Garden Art Inc.Nicola's Garden Art Inc.
Nicola Kamp
Santa Barbara Home
Santa Barbara Home
Jonathan Raith Inc.Jonathan Raith Inc.
Ni-water Composition
Ni-water Composition
Outdoor CraftsmenOutdoor Craftsmen
Private Residence, The Woodlands, TX
Private Residence, The Woodlands, TX
Light It RightLight It Right
Zvonkovic Photography
Automatic ornamental iron driveway gates
Automatic ornamental iron driveway gates
Diablo Iron, Inc.Diablo Iron, Inc.
Automatic double sided driveway gate. Hot forged scrolls, heavy frame. Los Altos, CA
Mediterranean: Euclid
Mediterranean: Euclid
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
Completed in 2013, this stunning Italianate Mediterranean Villa is located in Highland Park, Texas and stands out in an already distinct architectural neighborhood. This project was designed and installed by Harold Leidner Landscape Architects. The expansive property features a lush landscaping, front motor court with travertine pavers and a luxury pool and spa. The pool area was designed to have a private resort feel to allow for entertaining. In addition to the spacious loggia and cabana spaces, the owner also wanted to have shade protection near the water, so a custom designed pavilion was built on the end of the pool to provide a shaded destination with cushion lounges that extend out into the water, flanked by fountains and adjacent to a fire bowl feature with a classic fire place surround. A truly elegant outdoor space for parties and entertaining with a sophisticated, modern flavor.
Sonoma
Sonoma
Ken Linsteadt ArchitectsKen Linsteadt Architects
Mediterranean Xeriscape Garden
Mediterranean Xeriscape Garden
Karen Aitken and AssociatesKaren Aitken and Associates
Aitken & Associates Landscape Architects Installation by www.SalazarCustomConcepts.com
Tusmore Garden
Tusmore Garden
Henrietta Wighton Garden DesignHenrietta Wighton Garden Design
The garden space contains both paving and mass planting, incorporating different colours and textures. Mass planting of lavender along the front wall complements the style of the house and the two trees, one on each side of the front path, were selected for their decorative bark and flowers, in addition to their function of providing shade and privacy. Two wide pots, painted with Porters Paints to take on a rusted iron appearance, were planted with a variety of succulents, and sited atop informally placed stones.
Rancho Santa Fe Edible Garden
Rancho Santa Fe Edible Garden
Jackie and the BeanstalkJackie and the Beanstalk
Just planted tomato seedlings in a bed with drip irrigation
Mediterranean Landscape
Mediterranean Landscape
High Country Cottage Garden by Santa Fe Permaculture
High Country Cottage Garden by Santa Fe Permaculture
PermaDesign, Inc.PermaDesign, Inc.
Photo Credit: Tunia Hyland
Tuscan Villa
Tuscan Villa
Carawan ArchitectureCarawan Architecture
Mark Singer Photography

Mediterranean Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean front garden design.

How should I design my mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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.
Palm Desert Golf Club Residence
Palm Desert Golf Club Residence
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