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Garden with a Water Feature and a Fire Feature Ideas and Designs

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Nashville Estate
Nashville Estate
Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.
With a lengthy list of ideas about how to transform their backyard, the clients were excited to see what we could do. Existing features on site needed to be updated and in-cooperated within the design. The view from each angle of the property was already outstanding and we didn't want the design to feel out of place. We had to make the grade changes work to our advantage, each separate space had to have a purpose. The client wanted to use the property for charity events, so a large flat turf area was constructed at the back of the property, perfect for setting up tables, chairs and a stage if needed. It also created the perfect look out point into the back of the property, dropping off into a ravine. A lot of focus throughout the project was the plant selection. With a large amount of garden beds, we wanted to maintain a clean and formal look, while still offering seasonal interest. We did this by edging the beds with boxwoods, adding white hydrangeas throughout the beds for constant colour, and subtle pops of purple and yellow. This along with the already breathtaking natural backdrop of the space, is more than enough to make this project stand out. Photographer: Jason Hartog Photography
Exterior
Exterior
Curtis Construction ServicesCurtis Construction Services
Inspiration for a classic garden in Los Angeles with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Texas Hill Country Residence
Texas Hill Country Residence
WoodCoWoodCo
Lauren Keller | Luxury Real Estate Services, LLC
Expansive rustic back full sun garden in Austin with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
California Spanish Colonial
California Spanish Colonial
The Design Studio of Wendy HarperThe Design Studio of Wendy Harper
California Spanish Colonial motor court entry and gated driveway with sport court was designed in 2007. We pay meticulous attention to details during construction. The main courtyard entry allows guests to be let off at the front door and the cars valeted for parties. The grass insets soften and warm the homes grand entrance. American Gas lamps adorn the columns and front entry. The paving is natural cobble banding with Santa Barbara stone curbing. The motor court pads and driveway are sand finished colored concrete. The grand staircase to the main front door is cut limestone paving. Mature Olive trees frame the entrance and a two sided weeping wall water feature adds a focal point from inside the courtyard, as well as, from the street view. Two full grown California Live Oaks were craned in to frame each corner of the house. The main driveway to the garages has double Custom Wood gates with a side pedestrian entrance, all connected to the security system and cameras. The safe gated driveway also doubles as a bike/trike area for the children and is adjacent to the half-court Sport Court and in-ground trampoline for family fun. Photos by: Ken Palmer
Wallingford Residence
Wallingford Residence
Vireo Design Studio, LLCVireo Design Studio, LLC
Vireo Design Studio
Medium sized traditional back xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Seattle with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Backyard overview
Backyard overview
LandArtLandArt
Backyard overview of Credit Valley random flagstone patio, natural gas fire feature, natural stepping stones, and garden surround.
Medium sized traditional back partial sun garden in Other with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Mid-Century Patio Makeover - Waukesha
Mid-Century Patio Makeover - Waukesha
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
With two extended families and five children of their own, our clients needed a larger patio for family gatherings. The new patio includes a dining area and fire pit. Westhauser Photography
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Living Stone and Garden DesignOutdoor Living Stone and Garden Design
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back formal partial sun garden in Bridgeport with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Japanese Zen Garden Backyard with Fountain and Patio
Japanese Zen Garden Backyard with Fountain and Patio
Southwest Boulder & StoneSouthwest Boulder & Stone
Award-winning Japanese landscape designer Kohei Owatari uses natural elements like water and stone to create relaxing environments amid modern life. A reverence for nature marks this eco-friendly and creative landscape design, where meandering pathways perfectly complement clean geometric lines and patterns. Natural stone was the ideal material to deepen the connection with the natural world. The unique leaf-shaped patio and the custom water trough are key elements that showcase Kohei’s exceptional creativity and design sense.
Eco Modern
Eco Modern
Eco Landscape Design & BuildEco Landscape Design & Build
Design ideas for a large modern back xeriscape fully shaded garden in Los Angeles with a fire feature and gravel.
Scott's Run
Scott's Run
SURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + ConstructionSURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + Construction
Landscape Architect: Howard Cohen, Surrounds Inc.
Photo of a medium sized rustic back partial sun garden in DC Metro with a fire feature and gravel.
Mediterranean Montecito
Mediterranean Montecito
Montecito LandscapeMontecito Landscape
Sunset view courtyard of crushed stone with central pond and fountain is surrounded by plantings of Italian cypress, olives, lavender, rosemary and other drought tolerant Mediterranean plants. Photo by David Palermo Photography, Santa Barbara.
Woodland by the Beach
Woodland by the Beach
Billy Goodnick Garden DesignBilly Goodnick Garden Design
Casual seating just outside the dining room and paths connecting dining area and re-purposed shade structure with portable chiminea for night-time gatherings. Plant material includes Japanese maple, Myers asparagus, New Zealand flax, ground morning glory (not invasive). California natives: Pacific Coast iris, Polystichum fern, redbud.
Overlook at FireRock
Overlook at FireRock
Creative EnvironmentsCreative Environments
Creative Environments is an award-winning provider of landscaping services in the Phoenix, Arizona area. With a team that includes professionally trained landscape designers and architects, our mission is to create customized outdoor environments that suit the needs of each client. Call 480.777.9305 or visit http://www.creativeenvironments.com to schedule a free consultation.
Memorial - Spring Valley
Memorial - Spring Valley
Designs By ElizabethDesigns By Elizabeth
This is an example of a medium sized classic front formal full sun garden for summer in Houston with a water feature and brick paving.
Acton
Acton
Arzate Design GroupArzate Design Group
Photo of a large back xeriscape full sun garden in Phoenix with a fire feature and brick paving.
Menlo Park
Menlo Park
Garden Nest Residential LandscapeGarden Nest Residential Landscape
Photo By: Jude Parkinson-Morgan
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back garden in San Francisco with a water feature and gravel.
Potrero Hill Lookout
Potrero Hill Lookout
Seed Studio Landscape DesignSeed Studio Landscape Design
photo by Seed Studio, editing by TR PhotoStudio
Small modern back xeriscape full sun garden in San Francisco with a fire feature and gravel.
Carol's instant landscape
Carol's instant landscape
Landscape East & WestLandscape East & West
Large classic back partial sun garden in Portland with a water feature.
Waterfall backyard
Waterfall backyard
Matthew Giampietro Garden DesignMatthew Giampietro Garden Design
Backyard rock waterfall by Matthew Giampietro
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired back full sun garden in Miami with a water feature and natural stone paving.

Garden with a Water Feature and a Fire Feature 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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