skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
  1. Garden & Outdoor
  2. Garden
  3. Type: Driveway

Small Driveway Garden Ideas and Designs

All Filters (2)
Refine by:
41 - 60 of 1,360 photos
Item 1 of 3
Dry Stack Wall Feature at Front Entrance
Dry Stack Wall Feature at Front Entrance
Little LandscapesLittle Landscapes
A throw back to a traditional method for a modern, clean look. This front entrance was transformed with a stunning natural stone dry-stack wall planter set up.
Unexpected Mosaic
Unexpected Mosaic
Carolina Landscape, Inc.Carolina Landscape, Inc.
Small contemporary courtyard driveway full sun garden in Charleston with natural stone paving.
Cedar Fences
Cedar Fences
Split Rail Fence Co Denver COSplit Rail Fence Co Denver CO
Small classic back driveway partial sun garden for summer in Denver with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Fragmentary - Ballard - Pics Before Completion
Fragmentary - Ballard - Pics Before Completion
True Scape DesignTrue Scape Design
We took some pictures of this project before it was finished and then never had time to come back after it was mulched and detailed out. Still we liked the hardscape layout, walls and the way we leveled the yard and expanded the driveway and so we decided to share it anyways.
Pondless Waterfalls in Front Yard
Pondless Waterfalls in Front Yard
TRU Landscape ServicesTRU Landscape Services
What a relaxing front yard landscape! We installed a pondless waterfall that flows in two streams through this front yard in Yorba Linda California. We also installed outdoor LED lighting and all of the trees and plants present. TRU Landscape Services all of your outdoor needs.
Cosy House & Garden Transformation
Cosy House & Garden Transformation
Wellstudio ArchitectureWellstudio Architecture
Design ideas for a small contemporary back driveway full sun pergola for summer in London with concrete paving and a wood fence.
Majors Mill Crossing Subdivision | Cumming, GA
Majors Mill Crossing Subdivision | Cumming, GA
Greenshooz LandscapingGreenshooz Landscaping
This is an example of a small traditional front driveway partial sun garden in Atlanta with a potted garden and gravel.
Forest Hill South
Forest Hill South
Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.
Forest Hill South was designed by Mark Pettes of MDP and Pro-Land was hired to construct the project in 2012. Both natural flagstone and interlock was used on this project, designed to compliment one another as well as the house. Decorative walls retain the grade from the driveway and are faced with brick to tie into the house. Flagstone stepping stones laid in the grass bring you from the front landing into the backyard. The same flagstone is carried through the back and laid on the lounge and pool patio. Planting was added for some colour and privacy from neighbours.
Gravel gardens
Gravel gardens
Rebecca Webb Garden DesignsRebecca Webb Garden Designs
A tiny front garden covered in gravel. This allowed room to park one car and the rest of the space was transformed into a wildlife friendly garden centred on a bubbling water feature. Visitors to the house are taken along stepping stones to the front door past the fountain, which can be also be viewed from the downstairs living room.
Makamah House
Makamah House
Hoffman Grayson Architects LLPHoffman Grayson Architects LLP
On this narrow site, the only place for a basketball court was the front yard. A subtle pattern in the pavers establishes key markings.
This is an example of a small coastal courtyard driveway full sun garden for summer in New York with concrete paving.
Driveway with historic preservation in mind
Driveway with historic preservation in mind
Twig Landscape Design, LLCTwig Landscape Design, LLC
Another after photo of the widened front steps and updated materials for the front stoop (Cambridge Limestone) and a much more functional parking pad.
Warm and Welcoming
Warm and Welcoming
O'hana Art EnvironmentsO'hana Art Environments
Replacing an existing driveway with the same 'Versailles' pattern travertine stone of the home's newly installed pathway, this front yard now looks complete. Continuity in materials and texture throughout is in noticeable contrast with the industrial grey concrete driveways that have been left as is on adjoining properties. The beautiful earth tones of the flatwork are in harmony with the home as well as the carefully selected water-wise plantings. This is the 'complete package', even in a relatively modest space!
Small Courtyard in the Suburbs by Barnes Walker Landscape Architects
Small Courtyard in the Suburbs by Barnes Walker Landscape Architects
Barnes Walker Ltd - Landscape ArchitectsBarnes Walker Ltd - Landscape Architects
Small eclectic courtyard driveway garden in Manchester.
8年後　〜　E-House
8年後　〜　E-House
仲摩邦彦建築設計事務所仲摩邦彦建築設計事務所
庭も竣工時とは見違えるほどに作り込まれていました。
Design ideas for a small modern front driveway full sun garden for summer in Other with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Cottage Casual
Cottage Casual
Casa Smith Designs, LLCCasa Smith Designs, LLC
The side yard of a Century old farmhouse. The proud owner wanted something natural, extremely easy to care for and most all...colorful. This little garden has it all...it's simple palette of plants, variegated iris's, California poppies, French lavender, creeping morning glory and of course David Austin roses all combine to create a carnival of color! Photo Credit: Mark Pinkerton, vi360
Jardín en Alella
Jardín en Alella
JoanMa Roig - PaisatgismeJoanMa Roig - Paisatgisme
Inspiration for a small modern back driveway partial sun garden for spring in Barcelona with a garden path and decking.
Garden Design for Easy Care
Garden Design for Easy Care
Jill Davis DesignJill Davis Design
very easy to maintain garden
Small classic front driveway partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with a garden path and concrete paving.
Corten Steel Planter, Custom tractor ramp
Corten Steel Planter, Custom tractor ramp
Symbiotic Landscape, LLC.Symbiotic Landscape, LLC.
Photo of a small contemporary side driveway fully shaded garden for spring in Seattle with a potted garden and decking.
猫と暮らす家
猫と暮らす家
株式会社 アトリエ六曜舎株式会社 アトリエ六曜舎
写真：大槻茂
Small modern front driveway full sun garden for spring in Tokyo Suburbs with a garden path and brick paving.
Motorized Iron Framed Gate with Wood Paneling
Motorized Iron Framed Gate with Wood Paneling
J & J FENCEJ & J FENCE
This is an example of a small modern front driveway partial sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a retaining wall and brick paving.

Small Driveway 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.
3
123456789Next Page
United Kingdom
Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.