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Garden Steps with a Living Wall Ideas and Designs

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Craftsman-Style Cedar Vine Arbor @ Sideyard Walkway
Craftsman-Style Cedar Vine Arbor @ Sideyard Walkway
Regenesis Ecological DesignRegenesis Ecological Design
Clematis armandii 'Evergreen Clematis' (foreground) arches over a custom-built cedar arbor, modeled to accentuate the home's Craftsman-style architecture. Welded mild-steel panel fills create a scaffold for Akebia quinata 'Five-leaf Akebia Vine' (background), lending seasonal privacy and afternoon shade along this narrow sideyard access walkway.
Natural Stone Steps
Natural Stone Steps
Paul Massad LandscapingPaul Massad Landscaping
This is an example of a medium sized rustic front formal full sun garden steps for spring in Boston with natural stone paving.
Casual Elegance in Westchester County, NY
Casual Elegance in Westchester County, NY
Westover Landscape DesignWestover Landscape Design
Like most growing families, this client wanted to lure everyone outside. And when the family went outdoors, they were hoping to find flamboyant color, delicious fragrance, freshly grilled food, fun play-spaces, and comfy entertaining areas waiting. Privacy was an imperative. Seems basic enough. But a heap of challenges stood in the way between what they were given upon arrival and the family's ultimate dreamscape. Primary among the impediments was the fact that the house stands on a busy corner lot. Plus, the breakneck slope was definitely not playground-friendly. Fortunately, Westover Landscape Design rode to the rescue and literally leveled the playing field. Furthermore, flowing from space to space is a thoroughly enjoyable, ever-changing journey given the blossom-filled, year-around-splendiferous gardens that now hug the walkway and stretch out to the property lines. Soft evergreen hedges and billowing flowering shrubs muffle street noise, giving the garden within a sense of embrace. A fully functional (and frequently used) convenient outdoor kitchen/dining area/living room expand the house's floorplan into a relaxing, nature-infused on-site vacationland. Mission accomplished. With the addition of the stunning old-world stone fireplace and pergola, this amazing property is a welcome retreat for year round enjoyment. Mission accomplished. Rob Cardillo for Westover Landscape Design, Inc.
Mission Terraces
Mission Terraces
SZABO Landscape ArchitectureSZABO Landscape Architecture
Contemporary sloped garden steps in San Diego.
Walled Courtyard
Walled Courtyard
GreenWeaver LandscapesGreenWeaver Landscapes
Native Honeysuckle- Lonicera sempervirens 'Major Wheeler' Lee Armillei
This is an example of a small classic courtyard formal partial sun garden for summer in Philadelphia with a living wall.
Traditional Landscape
Traditional Landscape
This is an example of a traditional sloped garden steps in DC Metro.
Hayden Haven
Hayden Haven
Clearwater Summit GroupClearwater Summit Group
Clearwater Summit Group, Inc.
This is an example of a classic front garden steps in Seattle with natural stone paving.
Grand Ridge Residence
Grand Ridge Residence
Studio 342 Landscape ArchitectureStudio 342 Landscape Architecture
Photo of a large contemporary back formal partial sun garden steps for spring in Seattle with natural stone paving.
Seasons Living Wall Beverly Hills
Seasons Living Wall Beverly Hills
Seasons LandscapingSeasons Landscaping
Seasons Living Wall succulents
Design ideas for a contemporary garden in Orange County with a living wall.
Green Walls
Green Walls
Graham Stanley & AssociatesGraham Stanley & Associates
The 8' by 6' finished green wall with decorative planters and complementary plant material.
Inspiration for a contemporary garden in Los Angeles with a living wall.
Forrest Walk
Forrest Walk
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
Photo by Orly Olivier
Inspiration for a classic sloped fully shaded garden steps in Los Angeles with gravel.
Sonoma
Sonoma
Urban BotanicsUrban Botanics
Design ideas for a large contemporary sloped xeriscape fully shaded garden steps in San Francisco with gravel.
Eclectic Estate
Eclectic Estate
Zeterre Landscape ArchitectureZeterre Landscape Architecture
Photo of a classic sloped garden steps in San Francisco with natural stone paving.
Exterior
Exterior
Open Art InternationalOpen Art International
Design ideas for a large traditional back garden in Le Havre with a living wall.
Mixed Use Elegance
Mixed Use Elegance
Louise LakierLouise Lakier
Louise Lakier Photography © 2012 Houzz
Eclectic back garden wall in Portland with a living wall.
Cow Hollow Historic Home
Cow Hollow Historic Home
Matarozzi Pelsinger BuildersMatarozzi Pelsinger Builders
Complete renovation of historic Cow Hollow home. Existing front facade remained for historical purposes. Scope included framing the entire 3 story structure, constructing large concrete retaining walls, and installing a storefront folding door system at family room that opens onto rear stone patio. Rear yard features terraced concrete planters and living wall. Photos: Bruce DaMonte Interior Design: Martha Angus Architect: David Gast
Design/Build Residential Landscape Styles
Design/Build Residential Landscape Styles
Great Oaks Landscape Associates Inc.Great Oaks Landscape Associates Inc.
Photo of a large classic sloped formal fully shaded garden steps in Detroit.
Bathhouse
Bathhouse
TERRIGENOUS Landscape ArchitectureTERRIGENOUS Landscape Architecture
Inspired by Japanese architectural forms, this bathhouse attempts to combine classic Japanese elements with the rich history of New England timber structures. Once you walk down the curved stone stairs and enter the building, an eight person hot tub allows one to float and look up into the Pine tree canopies through the roof. Scott Wunderle
Historic Landscape Design, Wilmette Illinois
Historic Landscape Design, Wilmette Illinois
Schmechtig LandscapesSchmechtig Landscapes
Request Free Quote Backyard Landscape Formal Design in Wilmette, IL. using crushed blue stone, flagstone,roses, boxwoods.
Randall Street Residence
Randall Street Residence
Levy Art + ArchitectureLevy Art + Architecture
Ken Gutmaker, Photography
Medium sized modern back partial sun garden steps in San Francisco with concrete paving.

Garden Steps with a Living Wall 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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