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Black Bear | Cordillera, CO
Black Bear | Cordillera, CO
Meadow Mountain HomesMeadow Mountain Homes
Massive addition and renovation adding a pond, waterfall, bridges, a chapel, boulder work, gardens and 5,000 SF log/stone addition to an existing home. The addition has a large theater, wine room, bar, new master suite, huge great room with lodge-size fireplace, sitting room and outdoor covered/heated patio with outdoor kitchen. Photo by Kimberly Gavin.
Verona Model @ The Concession
Verona Model @ The Concession
LEE WETHERINGTON HOMESLEE WETHERINGTON HOMES
Photo of an expansive mediterranean front driveway garden in Tampa with concrete paving.
A Creek Dream
A Creek Dream
Gurley's Azalea GardenGurley's Azalea Garden
Clifton E. Gurley III
Design ideas for an expansive classic back fully shaded garden for summer in Other with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Wrap-around Driveway with Planter
Wrap-around Driveway with Planter
Drake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden CenterDrake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden Center
Weddings, family reunions, BBQ's and other special events have all been handled with ease by this 25' wide wrap-around driveway. Photography by: Joe Hollowell
NASHVILLE RESIDENCE
NASHVILLE RESIDENCE
MarvinMarvin
Architect: Blaine Bonadies, Bonadies Architect Photography By: Jean Allsopp Photography “Just as described, there is an edgy, irreverent vibe here, but the result has an appropriate stature and seriousness. Love the overscale windows. And the outdoor spaces are so great.” Situated atop an old Civil War battle site, this new residence was conceived for a couple with southern values and a rock-and-roll attitude. The project consists of a house, a pool with a pool house and a renovated music studio. A marriage of modern and traditional design, this project used a combination of California redwood siding, stone and a slate roof with flat-seam lead overhangs. Intimate and well planned, there is no space wasted in this home. The execution of the detail work, such as handmade railings, metal awnings and custom windows jambs, made this project mesmerizing. Cues from the client and how they use their space helped inspire and develop the initial floor plan, making it live at a human scale but with dramatic elements. Their varying taste then inspired the theme of traditional with an edge. The lines and rhythm of the house were simplified, and then complemented with some key details that made the house a juxtaposition of styles. The wood Ultimate Casement windows were all standard sizes. However, there was a desire to make the windows have a “deep pocket” look to create a break in the facade and add a dramatic shadow line. Marvin was able to customize the jambs by extruding them to the exterior. They added a very thin exterior profile, which negated the need for exterior casing. The same detail was in the stone veneers and walls, as well as the horizontal siding walls, with no need for any modification. This resulted in a very sleek look. MARVIN PRODUCTS USED: Marvin Ultimate Casement Window
Sunset gardens' 50th anniversary remodel
Sunset gardens' 50th anniversary remodel
UserUser
New bridge at Sunset headquarters, Menlo Park photos-Chris Jacobson, GardenArt Group
Design ideas for an expansive rustic courtyard fully shaded garden in San Francisco with mulch and a garden path.
various projects
various projects
DFW Ponds Inc.DFW Ponds Inc.
Design ideas for an expansive traditional back full sun garden in Dallas with a pond and natural stone paving.
Contemporary Garden
Contemporary Garden
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary courtyard driveway full sun garden for autumn in Sydney with natural stone paving.
Garden
Garden
Embassy Landscape GroupEmbassy Landscape Group
Inspiration for an expansive traditional back full sun garden for summer in Kansas City with mulch.
Orchard lake Residence
Orchard lake Residence
McIntosh Poris AssociatesMcIntosh Poris Associates
Justin Maconochie
Photo of an expansive classic front driveway partial sun garden for summer in Detroit with brick paving.
Temecula estate
Temecula estate
Living Gardens Landscape DesignLiving Gardens Landscape Design
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean courtyard garden in Orange County with a water feature and natural stone paving.
South African Style in Woodside
South African Style in Woodside
UserUser
This shot by Marion Brenner has been the hit of this past year, appearing in several Sunset publications, as well as the soon-to-be released Fall edition of Garden Design Magazine. photo- Marion Brenner
Traditional Courtyard Entry - Great Falls VA
Traditional Courtyard Entry - Great Falls VA
Grow LandscapesGrow Landscapes
Duy Tran Photography
Design ideas for an expansive traditional front formal partial sun garden for spring in DC Metro with concrete paving.
French Eclectic Garden
French Eclectic Garden
Paul Maue Associates Landscape ArchitectsPaul Maue Associates Landscape Architects
Set below the lap pool, a tennis court is situated at the lowest point of the land. Retaining walls were designed to allow for tennis equipment storage, this stairway to the court and for the foundation for a hobby greenhouse. This court is completely hidden from the main rear yard and gardens. Photo: Paul Maue
Eclectic Estate
Eclectic Estate
Zeterre Landscape ArchitectureZeterre Landscape Architecture
Design ideas for an expansive classic back fully shaded garden in San Francisco with natural stone paving.
Entry Courtyard
Entry Courtyard
Terra Ferma LandscapesTerra Ferma Landscapes
View into entry courtyard with bosque of pear trees.
Photo of an expansive contemporary side partial sun garden for spring in San Francisco with natural stone paving and a garden path.
North Arlington Residence
North Arlington Residence
Katia Goffin GardensKatia Goffin Gardens
The Entry and Parking Courtyard : The approach to the front of the house leads up the driveway into a spacious cobbled courtyard framed by a series of stone walls , which in turn are surrounded by plantings. The stone walls also allow the formation of a secondary room for entry into the garages. The walls extend the architecture of the house into the garden allowing the house to be grounded to the site and connect to the greater landscape. Photo credit: ROGER FOLEY
Exterior
Exterior
John Kraemer & SonsJohn Kraemer & Sons
A John Kraemer & Sons home in Edina, MN. Photography: Landmark Photography
Design ideas for an expansive traditional back garden in Minneapolis with a flowerbed.
Basketball Court
Basketball Court
Land & Water DesignLand & Water Design
A Backyard Resort with a freeform saltwater pool as the focal point, a spa provides a spot to relax. A large raised waterfall spills into the pool, appearing to flow from the koi pond above. We extended a streambed to flow from behind the outdoor kitchen, all the way to the patio, to spill into the koi pond. A Sports Court at one end of the yard with putting greens meander throughout the landscape and the water features. A curved outdoor kitchen with a large Viking grill with a warming drawer to the sink and outdoor refrigeration. A Pavilion with large roof and columns unite the landscape with the home while creating an outdoor living room with a stone fireplace along the back wall, while still allowing views of the yard beyond.
Purple River
Purple River
Elemental Design GroupElemental Design Group
Meandering lawn edged by Lavenders, Verbena and Sollya provide a colorful deer resistant garden that elegantly frames a large expansive lawn.
Inspiration for an expansive classic full sun garden for spring in San Francisco with a flowerbed.

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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