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Pip's Place - a large country garden in Buckinghamshire
Pip's Place - a large country garden in Buckinghamshire
Joanne Alderson DesignJoanne Alderson Design
A beautiful courtyard leading from this Georgian style house with huge copper planters & a stone surround pool. All British stone
Inspiration for an expansive classic courtyard full sun raised pond for summer in Oxfordshire with natural stone paving.
Palm Beach Private Estate
Palm Beach Private Estate
Cross Design Group - Lighting Design ConsultantsCross Design Group - Lighting Design Consultants
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean courtyard formal full sun garden for spring in Miami with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Guest Carriage House
Guest Carriage House
UserUser
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean courtyard driveway partial sun garden for spring in Miami with a garden path and brick paving.
Custom Design - Outdoor Living - New American Home 2009
Custom Design - Outdoor Living - New American Home 2009
Blue HeronBlue Heron
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary courtyard partial sun garden in Las Vegas with a water feature.
Garden Gate
Garden Gate
Alair Homes ChilliwackAlair Homes Chilliwack
Photo of an expansive rural courtyard formal full sun garden for summer in Vancouver with a vegetable patch.
Driveway Construction with Cobblestone Apron-Old Westbury, N.Y. 11568
Driveway Construction with Cobblestone Apron-Old Westbury, N.Y. 11568
Stone Creations of Long Island Pavers & MasonryStone Creations of Long Island Pavers & Masonry
Driveway Construction with Cobblestone Apron and Borders Old Westbury,Long Island, New York 11568 Stone Creations of Long Island Pavers and Masonry Corp. Deer Park NY 11729 (631) 404-5410 (631) 678-6896
Lawn Panel
Lawn Panel
Krugel Cobbles, Inc.Krugel Cobbles, Inc.
Landscape Architect: Douglas Hoerr, FASLA; Photos by Linda Oyama Bryan
Photo of an expansive classic courtyard formal garden for summer in Chicago with natural stone paving.
Wood Gate with Iron Accents
Wood Gate with Iron Accents
DabneyCollinsDabneyCollins
Custom designed wood gate with Iron Accessories. This project is located off of Crescent Ave in Greenville, SC. From inception, this project was a complete renovation with a ‘no-limit’ approach to the design. The clients wanted to create family-friendly gardens to enjoy with their grand-children and also larger spaces for hosting charitable events. A new driveway leads into the property where various materials are married in interesting ways to create new terraces and pavilions, gates and arbors, fountains and fireplaces. Of course, the gardens wouldn’t be complete without the wide variety of elegant plantings and accessories. This truly is a garden full of wonderful detail.
Living Walls
Living Walls
Landscaping by Steve BlaumLandscaping by Steve Blaum
Inspiration for an expansive modern courtyard formal full sun garden in Miami with a living wall and decorative stones.
Curved pergola and benches with focal point
Curved pergola and benches with focal point
Everett Garden DesignsEverett Garden Designs
Melissa Clark Photography
Expansive beach style courtyard formal full sun garden for summer in DC Metro with a garden path and brick paving.
Superstition Mountain
Superstition Mountain
Greey PickettGreey Pickett
Inspiration for an expansive courtyard xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Phoenix with a garden path.
Природный сад. Жуковка XXI век. 2017-2018 гг.
Природный сад. Жуковка XXI век. 2017-2018 гг.
ARCADIA GARDEN Ландшафтная СтудияARCADIA GARDEN Ландшафтная Студия
Два года каждодневного труда с жесткими сроками и числом рабочих до 50 человек в день, и интереснейший проект большого природного сада стал реальностью. В нем все необычно - от бионической архитектуры и оригинального решения рельефа, до открытости ветрам, речным красотам и взорам гуляющих людей. Дом идеально вписывается в существующий и созданный рельеф, давая возможность плавно подняться на террасы второго этажа прямо с земли. Панорамное остекление создает теснейшую связь с садом, а великолепный вид на реку обрамляют выразительные посадки деревьев. В этом огромная сила его очарования для хозяев. Воплощение этого масштабного проекта позволило реализовать наш прошлый опыт устройства мощения эластопейв, в котором очень важно выбрать правильный цвет гальки с учетом потемнения от смолы, создания авторских живописных водоемов с большими камнями и водопадами, правда все предыдущие были бетонные и не мельче 170 см, для плаванья, а этот спроектировали- мелким, пологим и гравийным, предусмотрев зону зимовки рыбы, облицовки подпорных стен габионами -выполнили очень качественно, с двумя видами камня, устройства ландшафтного освещения с 18 отдельными линиями включения. Из нового опыта - устройство спортивной площадки с искусственным газоном на гравийном основании с мачтами освещения, создание огорода с грядками из кортеновской стали, налитие большого бетонного моста из плит через пруд. Все растения мы заботливо выбирали в Германии, уделяя большое внимание кроне, характеру формовки, многолетники в количестве 40 тыс. мы дорастили в нашем питомнике, часть кустарников и высоких сосен - из российских питомников. В саду высажено 500 тыс луковичных, благодаря им с апреля по июль он превращается в яркое море красок и фактур. В течение года после сдачи работы на участке продолжились. Нам доверили весь уход. По просьбе заказчика мы переработали некоторые зоны, сделав их более приватными. Для этого лучшим решением оказались кулисы из стройных кедровых сосен с Алтая. Зону беседки мы дополнительно отделили от гуляющих вдоль реки посадкой большой группы формированных сосен Бонсай. Практичное мощение, мощные холмы, скрывающие забор, огромные площади трав и многолетников, высоченные раскидистые сосны, очень интересные по форме сосны Банкса, живописный водоем, отражающий дом – вот слагаемые неповторимого облика сада. Уже в июне поднимаются массивы трав, высотой по плечи, добавляющие глубину и создающие ощущение возврата в детство, в бескрайние луговые просторы. В прозрачный водоем залетают поплескаться дикие утки, а кошки интересуются его обитателями- карпами Кои, засев в зарослях ириса болотного. Основа проекта: Михаил Козлов. Доработка и реализация: Ландшафтная студия Аркадия Гарден фото: Диана Дубовицкая
Upstate Manor
Upstate Manor
Meyer & Meyer, Inc. Architecture and InteriorsMeyer & Meyer, Inc. Architecture and Interiors
Christian Phillips
Design ideas for an expansive victorian courtyard formal garden in New York with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Custom Exteriors
Custom Exteriors
Beer Architectural GroupBeer Architectural Group
Expansive victorian courtyard formal full sun garden for spring in New York with a garden path and brick paving.
Grogan Residence - Linden Estates
Grogan Residence - Linden Estates
Arjay Builders Inc.Arjay Builders Inc.
Home built by Arjay Builders Inc.
Photo of an expansive rustic courtyard garden in Omaha.
Kingston Pike
Kingston Pike
Stephen W. Hackney Landscape ArchitectureStephen W. Hackney Landscape Architecture
Feel the cool breeze on a warm summer day while sitting on the Lutyens bench under shade trees and surrounded by Annabelle hydrangeas. Manicured boxwoods, mondo grass, and a sturdy granite cobble curb give this motor court organization while the crushed gravel driveway adds another layer of texture to delight the senses.
Country House
Country House
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Gravel pathways typical of British garden design .
Expansive classic courtyard formal full sun garden for spring in New York with a garden path and gravel.
The Crosby
The Crosby
Arcadian LandscapeArcadian Landscape
Palms, Bird of Paradise, Shady area
Expansive mediterranean courtyard xeriscape and private full sun garden in San Diego.
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.
Loveland Drive
Loveland Drive
Marti Neely, APLDMarti Neely, APLD
Marti Neely, APLD
Design ideas for an expansive bohemian courtyard partial sun garden for summer in Omaha with a water feature and gravel.

Expansive Courtyard 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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