skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
  1. Garden & Outdoor
  2. Garden
  3. Space Location: Rooftop

Side and Roof Garden Ideas and Designs

All Filters (2)
Refine by:
41 - 60 of 21,006 photos
Item 1 of 3
Übergang vom tieferliegenden Terrassenbereich zum Rasenparterre
Übergang vom tieferliegenden Terrassenbereich zum Rasenparterre
Terramanus LandschaftsarchitekturTerramanus Landschaftsarchitektur
Fotograf: Manuel Sauer
Backyard Fun
Backyard Fun
MC Design LLCMC Design LLC
The importance of having multiple seating areas, both indoors and outdoors, is often undervalued, yet always appreciated by visitors. This floating bench is made out of knotty alder and is the perfect spot to view a competitive game of bocce ball.
Contemporary Modern Rebuild on 10th Avenue & K Street
Contemporary Modern Rebuild on 10th Avenue & K Street
Laughlin Design Associates, Inc.Laughlin Design Associates, Inc.
This large expanse of lawn needed a major make over. Designer added many color full water wise shrubs, ornamental grasses and perennials. Took out 85% of existing lawn and added a new patio, steps, garden with grow boxes and strategic screens too. Designed for maximum enjoyment and preserving/enhancing their views while saving much water and maintenance. Rick Laughlin, APLD
Fremont Firepit
Fremont Firepit
Mark S. Garff, Landscape ArchitectMark S. Garff, Landscape Architect
In Seattle's Fremont neighborhood SCJ Studio designed a new landscape to surround and set off a contemporary home by Coates Design Architects. The narrow spaces around the tall home needed structure and organization, and a thoughtful approach to layout and space programming. A concrete patio was installed with a Paloform Bento gas fire feature surrounded by lush, northwest planting. A horizontal board cedar fence provides privacy from the street and creates the cozy feeling of an outdoor room among the trees. LED low-voltage lighting by Kichler Lighting adds night-time warmth. Photography by: Miranda Estes Photography
Stylish Digs in Echo Park
Stylish Digs in Echo Park
Urban Oasis Landscape DesignUrban Oasis Landscape Design
Large picture windows looked out onto the empty narrow side yard. Our solution was to create a dramatic 3D modular installation with CorTen Planters filled with low maintenance cacti.
Essex roof top garden design
Essex roof top garden design
Earth Designs Garden and Build London and EssexEarth Designs Garden and Build London and Essex
http://www.ianthwaites.com/
Arroyo Grande Modern Farmhouse
Arroyo Grande Modern Farmhouse
Gast ArchitectsGast Architects
Neil Donaldson
Famington Hall - Warwickshire UK
Famington Hall - Warwickshire UK
Floren Design Ltd.Floren Design Ltd.
Parterre garden featuring David Austin Boscobel Roses and Italian Terrace pots with Lollipop Trees.
Side path with gate
Side path with gate
Heaven & Earth Landscape DesignHeaven & Earth Landscape Design
Sunken Patio using Retaining Walls to Expand Outdoor Livingroom
Sunken Patio using Retaining Walls to Expand Outdoor Livingroom
Allan Block Retaining Wall and Patio Wall SystemsAllan Block Retaining Wall and Patio Wall Systems
Allan Block Product supplied by Midland Concrete in a Taupe color. Multi level walls were created to have built in planting area and a built in space for a fire pit - fireplace that isn't in the main patio space.
Dannemora
Dannemora
Fusion Landscape Design LimitedFusion Landscape Design Limited
Pool pump house with water feature built into planter and wall used a projector screen for outdoor movie nights.
Livermore Vineyards
Livermore Vineyards
Vision Scapes & AssociatesVision Scapes & Associates
Victor J Ruesga
Wood Fences
Wood Fences
VIKING FENCE COVIKING FENCE CO
Conyer's Classic
Conyer's Classic
Wesley Stout AssociatesWesley Stout Associates
Boxwood, Planters, Window Box, Downspout, Stone Walkway, Stone Veneer
Integrated LED Lighting Provides Navigation and Drama
Integrated LED Lighting Provides Navigation and Drama
Eden Garden DesignEden Garden Design
Steel steps with pea gravel treads provide circulation on the side of the home. Low-voltage, LED lighting fixtures are integrated throughout. Photographer: Greg Thomas, http://optphotography.com/
An- und Umbau Einfamilienhaus
An- und Umbau Einfamilienhaus
LückerBeckmannArchitektenLückerBeckmannArchitekten
Design Build: Encinitas Curves
Design Build: Encinitas Curves
The Design Build CompanyThe Design Build Company
Modern backyard entertainment space with eye-catching sculpture, brick paver path and patio, curved concrete steps with built-in lighting, custom stone retaining wall and bench seating around an outdoor fire pit with views of the surrounding city. Landscape architect Robert Hill.
Trex Seclusions Composite Fencing
Trex Seclusions Composite Fencing
J & J FENCEJ & J FENCE
Harris Ranch Residence - 2016
Harris Ranch Residence - 2016
Sterling Landscape CompanySterling Landscape Company
Walkway of concrete stepping stones and Black Mexican Beach Pebbles are lined with shrubs and a raised planter.
Potomac View in the Palisades
Potomac View in the Palisades
Landscape Projects, Inc.Landscape Projects, Inc.
Landscape Design by Caroline Ervin Landscape Design. Boulder steps lead visitors down a side path from the upper level of the garden towards the pool area. Photo © Melissa Clark Photography. All rights reserved.

Side and Roof 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.
3
123456789Next Page
Ireland
Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.