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Golf & Putting greens
Golf & Putting greens
SYNLawn Okanagan LtdSYNLawn Okanagan Ltd
Design ideas for a large traditional side full sun garden for summer in Vancouver with a water feature, an outdoor sport court and natural stone paving.
Contemporary Craftsman Front Walk - Brookfield
Contemporary Craftsman Front Walk - Brookfield
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
View of Betula nigra grove separating wedge-shaped front walk from driveway. Molinia arundinacea ‘Skyracer’ and Vinca minor ‘Bowles Variety’ fill the angled bed behind the garden walls. Westhauser Photography
Mica Foothills
Mica Foothills
Coppercreek LandscapingCoppercreek Landscaping
Perched on a hillside on the edge of the Palouse, these homeowners wanted a backyard that took advantage of the stellar views across the surrounding farmland. Masonry retaining walls match the brick of the house, while the landscaping complements the vistas below. The water feature has multiple falls that cascade into a deep wading pool below. The concrete patio is cantilevered over the water for a seamless transition. Across the top pool, boulder stepping stones continue the path to the upper patio.
Carnel Pépinières
Carnel Pépinières
jardinsdexcellencejardinsdexcellence
Inspiration for a large mediterranean back full sun garden for summer in Paris with a water feature and concrete paving.
Great Outdoor Spaces & Pools
Great Outdoor Spaces & Pools
BCB Homes, Inc.BCB Homes, Inc.
Hamilton Photography
This is an example of a large mediterranean back partial sun garden in Miami with a water feature.
Canyon House
Canyon House
Gustave Carlson DesignGustave Carlson Design
Gustave Carlson Design
Large classic sloped formal fully shaded garden in San Francisco with decking and a garden path.
Garden design in Greece on the island of Paros
Garden design in Greece on the island of Paros
Carolyn ChadwickCarolyn Chadwick
This is an example of a large mediterranean back full sun garden in Amsterdam with gravel.
Anonymus
Anonymus
Legacy Landscape Design, LLCLegacy Landscape Design, LLC
This was a neat job in it's scope. There was a nice Victorian style home sitting on lots of land but no landscape or usable space to speak of. We created separate spaces, including a vanishing edge natural feeling pool and built in spa. A cascading water feature linking an outdoor fireplace and built in grill. We also did a low maintenance driveway using an exposed aggregate, gray stained concrete with grass strip. The client supplied a greenhouse which we created a stone based and outdoor garden area for. It was all very natural and flowing. This garden was featured on HGTV's Ground Breaker Series. Mark Schisler, Legacy Landscapes, Inc.
Bellevue Water Feature Design
Bellevue Water Feature Design
Environmental Construction, Inc.Environmental Construction, Inc.
Elegant water feature surrounded by ornamental trees and grasses welcome visitors to the Bellevue home. Designed by Environmental Construction, Kirkland, WA
Northwest Indiana Marshall Residence
Northwest Indiana Marshall Residence
Smalls LandscapingSmalls Landscaping
One-of-a-kind and other very rare plants are around every corner. The view from any angle offers something new and interesting. The property is a constant work in progress as planting beds and landscape installations are in constant ebb and flow.
Arching Echo
Arching Echo
MARPA DESIGN STUDIOMARPA DESIGN STUDIO
Design ideas for a large traditional back garden in Denver with natural stone paving.
Cunius
Cunius
Macht ArchitectureMacht Architecture
Photo of a large rustic side garden for summer in Philadelphia with gravel.
Benoît Cossenet
Benoît Cossenet
jardinsdexcellencejardinsdexcellence
Inspiration for a large world-inspired courtyard partial sun garden for summer in Paris with a garden path and concrete paving.
Poolscaping and waterfall
Poolscaping and waterfall
Outdoor InnovationsOutdoor Innovations
Outdoor Innovations
Large rustic back garden for autumn in Chicago with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Resort Style in the backyard
Resort Style in the backyard
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Large contemporary back formal garden in Seattle with mulch and lawn edging.
Berry Residence
Berry Residence
Acadia Landscape CompanyAcadia Landscape Company
Large traditional back formal fully shaded garden in Other with natural stone paving and a rockery.
Irvine
Irvine
Design Focus InternationalDesign Focus International
© Lauren Devon www.laurendevon.com
Inspiration for a large traditional back full sun garden steps in Other with natural stone paving.
Project Four
Project Four
Pearson Landscape ServicesPearson Landscape Services
Boulder staircase with disappearing fountain and steel arbor at entrance to back yard
This is an example of a large traditional front formal partial sun garden for spring in Austin with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
Sustainable Long Island Residence
Sustainable Long Island Residence
Narofsky Architecture + ways2designNarofsky Architecture + ways2design
Inspiration for a large traditional side partial sun garden in New York with natural stone paving.
Santa Fe Retreat
Santa Fe Retreat
Overland Partners Architecture + Urban DesignOverland Partners Architecture + Urban Design
Copyright © 2009 Robert Reck. All Rights Reserved.
This is an example of a large front formal full sun garden in Albuquerque with a water feature and gravel.

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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