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Los Altos, CA - Lundy Ln.
Los Altos, CA - Lundy Ln.
M. Designs ArchitectsM. Designs Architects
An After look of this contemporary style home where the exterior has been completely transformed and made new,
Photo of a large contemporary back partial sun garden steps in San Francisco with decking.
Pools, swimming pools, pool coping, pool deck, pool fountain
Pools, swimming pools, pool coping, pool deck, pool fountain
Ancient SurfacesAncient Surfaces
Product: Authentic Thick Limestone Pool Coping elements for pool edge Ancient Surfaces Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com The design of external living spaces is known as the 'Al Fresco' space design as it is called in Italian. 'Al Fresco' translates in 'the open' or 'the cool/fresh exterior'. Customizing a contemporary swimming pool or spa into a traditional Italian Mediterranean pool can be easily achieved by selecting one of our most prized surfaces, 'The Foundation Slabs' pool coping Oolitic planks. The ease and cosines of this outdoor Mediterranean pool and spa experience will evoke in most a feeling of euphoria and exultation that on only gets while being surrounded with the pristine beauty of nature. This powerful feeling of unison with all has been known in our early recorded human history thought many primitive civilizations as a way to get people closer to the ultimate truth. A very basic but undisputed truth and that's that we are all connected to the great mother earth and to it's powerful life force that we are all a part of...
Hill Country Rustic Elegance
Hill Country Rustic Elegance
Southern LandscapeSouthern Landscape
Limestone and natural boulder retaining wall with brick accents designed and constructed by Southern Landscape. The natural feel of the wall accentuates the beautiful natural surroundings of the Texas Hill Country.
The Great Canadian Landscaping Company
The Great Canadian Landscaping Company
The Great Canadian Landscaping Company Ltd.The Great Canadian Landscaping Company Ltd.
Photo Credit: Chris O'Donohue
Photo of a large contemporary back partial sun pergola in Vancouver with concrete paving.
Low Maintenance Xeriscape in Monument
Low Maintenance Xeriscape in Monument
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
Our client enjoys travel, so we helped them to create a low maintenance attractive landscape. Using a combination of smaller landscape rock, larger cobble, accent boulders, mulch, and a wide variety of hardy and rugged plants, we installed a low maintenance xeriscape that isn't boring.
Ka Hale
Ka Hale
Rick Ryniak ArchitectsRick Ryniak Architects
Mark Ammen
Large world-inspired courtyard full sun garden in Hawaii with mulch.
Highgate Garden
Highgate Garden
London Garden DesignerLondon Garden Designer
The clients of this Highgate Garden contacted London Garden Designer in Dec 2011, after seeing some of my work in House and Garden Magazine. They had recently moved into the house and were keen to have the garden ready for summer. The brief was fairly open, although one specific request was for a Garden Lodge to be used as a Gym and art room. This was something that would require planning permission so I set this in motion whilst I got on with designing the rest of the garden. The ground floor of the house opened out onto a deck that was one metre from the lawn level, and felt quite exposed to the surrounding neighbours. The garden also sloped across its width by about 1.5 m, so I needed to incorporate this into the design.
Casa de Celeste
Casa de Celeste
Hawkeye Landscape DesignHawkeye Landscape Design
Design ideas for a large bohemian back xeriscape full sun garden in Other.
Fences & Gates - Traditional
Fences & Gates - Traditional
California Deck BuildersCalifornia Deck Builders
Fence & Gate clear RedWood Marina Del Ray
Design ideas for a large contemporary front partial sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete paving.
Weston Woodland
Weston Woodland
Sudbury Design GroupSudbury Design Group
Richard Mandelkorn Photography
Inspiration for a large classic back pergola in Boston with natural stone paving.
Limerick Lane Nagambi
Limerick Lane Nagambi
Clapham Landscape ArchitectureClapham Landscape Architecture
Large country formal full sun pergola for autumn in Melbourne with natural stone paving.
Kimberlie Ct Project
Kimberlie Ct Project
Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior DesignParadise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
Outdoor Living Room and Kitchen in grand Gazebo, Custom wood ceiling w/skylights & infrared heaters, Large bar area with lighting. Grand Fireplace (gas & wood) with wood storage bins. Flagstone flooring extends to dining patio. Kitchen area has wood fired pizza oven. Photos: Bill Burk
Bowie St - Cedar Fence & Concrete Retaining Wall - Wolflin
Bowie St - Cedar Fence & Concrete Retaining Wall - Wolflin
806 Outdoors Ltd Co806 Outdoors Ltd Co
We had the awesome opportunity to complete this 8ft Western Red Cedar board-on-board privacy fence that included metal gate frames with industrial hinges and 2x6 single stage trim cap. We used exterior rated GRK screws for 100% of the installation, not a single nail on the entire project. The project also included demolition and removal of a failed retaining wall followed by the form up and pouring of a new 24” tall concrete retaining wall. As always we are grateful for the opportunity to work with amazing clients who allow us to turn ideas into reality. If you have an idea for a custom fence, retaining wall, or any other outdoor project, give 806 Outdoors a call. 806 690 2344.
Landscape Stairs
Landscape Stairs
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
Random plank custom concrete stairs are a nice contrast to the cedar siding and drought resistant planting by Huettl Landscape Architecture. Photo by Philip Liang Photography.
Stained Wood Semi-Privacy
Stained Wood Semi-Privacy
Bigfoot FencingBigfoot Fencing
Custom Semi-privacy wood fencing in backyard
Inspiration for a large modern back private garden in Other with a wood fence.
Front Entry
Front Entry
Poul's Landscaping & Nursery, Inc.Poul's Landscaping & Nursery, Inc.
This is an example of a large classic front garden in Chicago with concrete paving.
Clarendon Hills Landscape Lighting
Clarendon Hills Landscape Lighting
Accents LightingAccents Lighting
Photo of a large classic front driveway full sun garden in Chicago with concrete paving.
Living walls at night - Bloom 2010
Living walls at night - Bloom 2010
Amazon Landscaping and Garden DesignAmazon Landscaping and Garden Design
Living Wall Design by Night at Bloom Show Garden in the National Pheonix Park Dublin by Amazon Landscaping and Garden Design 2010 Amazonlandscaping.ie 014060004
Details
Details
Grounded - Richard Risner RLA, ASLAGrounded - Richard Risner RLA, ASLA
This is an example of a large modern front full sun garden in San Diego with concrete paving.
Spanish Romance
Spanish Romance
Professional Outdoor PerspectiveProfessional Outdoor Perspective
This is an example of a large mediterranean courtyard formal garden in Orange County.

Large 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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