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Traditional Garden with a Water Feature Ideas and Designs

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Water features
Roxy DesignsRoxy Designs
The client wanted a dramatic focal point for the backyard. A nondescript hillside was transformed into this 15' waterfall. Now it is a habitat for birds and insects and has brought the backyard to life.
Eclectic Backyard Garden
Eclectic Backyard Garden
Garden Gate LandscapingGarden Gate Landscaping
A complete and eclectic rear garden renovation with a creative blend of formal and natural elements. Formal lawn panel and rose garden, craftsman style wood deck and trellis, homages to Goldsworthy and Stonehenge with large boulders and a large stone cairn, several water features, a Japanese Torii gate, rock walls and steps, vegetables and herbs in containers and a new parking area paved with permeable pavers that feed an underground storage area that in turns irrigates the garden. All this blends into a diverse but cohesive garden. Designed by Charles W Bowers, Built by Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc. © Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc./Charles W. Bowers
Rustic Brick Patio
Rustic Brick Patio
Krugel Cobbles, Inc.Krugel Cobbles, Inc.
Design by The Brickman Group, Ltd. All photos by Linda Oyama Bryan
Design ideas for a medium sized classic courtyard garden in Chicago with a water feature and brick paving.
Water Features
Water Features
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Classic back raised pond in Seattle with a water feature and decorative stones.
Westminister, CA: Lush CA Native Drought-Tolerant Garden
Westminister, CA: Lush CA Native Drought-Tolerant Garden
H2 XERO Landscape DesignH2 XERO Landscape Design
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back full sun garden in Orange County with a water feature.
Traditional Landscape
Traditional Landscape
Photo of a large traditional back partial sun garden in Dallas with a water feature.
Large Tiered Estate Fountain
Large Tiered Estate Fountain
Carved Stone Creations, Inc.Carved Stone Creations, Inc.
This gorgeous 108" Tall hand-carved 4-Tier granite fountain with 8' Diameter spray ring and 12' Diameter granite pool surround was incorporated into this beautiful traditional motor court location. Carved Stone Creations, Inc. 866-759-1920
Water garden, backyard waterfall and bridge by Matthew Giampietro
Water garden, backyard waterfall and bridge by Matthew Giampietro
Matthew Giampietro Garden DesignMatthew Giampietro Garden Design
Water garden, waterfall and koi ponds in Connecticut by Matthew Giampietro. 170' long waterfalls and ponds on and Island in New England. All the stone was hand selected from the Island.
Backyard Retreat
Backyard Retreat
SURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + ConstructionSURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + Construction
Landscape Architect: Howard Cohen Photography by: Bob Narod, Photographer LLC Pool finish is PebbleSheen.
Large classic back garden in DC Metro with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Gravel Courtyad - Water fall - Slab stone steps - privacy screens
Gravel Courtyad - Water fall - Slab stone steps - privacy screens
Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior DesignParadise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
Gravel Courtyard - Water fall - Slab stone steps - privacy screens - boulder settings - step-over walkway - Front entry
Design ideas for a classic front garden in Portland with a water feature.
Maryland
Maryland
McKEE CARSONMcKEE CARSON
residential, site design, landscape architecture
Photo of a classic courtyard garden in DC Metro with a water feature.
House of Light: Chevy Chase, Maryland Home inspired by Hugh Newell Jacobsen
House of Light: Chevy Chase, Maryland Home inspired by Hugh Newell Jacobsen
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Featured in Home & Design Magazine, this Chevy Chase home was inspired by Hugh Newell Jacobsen and built/designed by Anthony Wilder's team of architects and designers.
Seating Area
Seating Area
Terra Ferma LandscapesTerra Ferma Landscapes
The seating area provides an excellent view of the upper terrace.
Photo of a small traditional back full sun garden in San Francisco with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Fountain
Fountain
Judith Balis InteriorsJudith Balis Interiors
Traditional garden in Boise with a water feature.
Conservation GrassConservation Grass
This is an example of a classic garden in Dallas with a water feature.
Leafy Vista | Mosman
Leafy Vista | Mosman
Kate NixonKate Nixon
Maree Homer Photography
Photo of a traditional back formal garden in Sydney with a water feature.
Reserve at Holmdel
Reserve at Holmdel
Toll Brothers, Inc.Toll Brothers, Inc.
Photo of a traditional garden in Newark with a water feature.
Secret Garden in Lawrence Park
Secret Garden in Lawrence Park
Jennifer Hayman Design GroupJennifer Hayman Design Group
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back formal partial sun raised pond for summer in Toronto with a water feature and gravel.
Japanese Garden: pea stone walk and gardens
Japanese Garden: pea stone walk and gardens
Andrew Zema's Landscaping, Inc.Andrew Zema's Landscaping, Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized classic back formal garden in Boston with a water feature and gravel.
Magnolia Residence- Hillside Renovation
Magnolia Residence- Hillside Renovation
Kim Rooney DesignKim Rooney Design
Hillside Garden Designed by Kim Rooney Landscape architect, located in the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle Washington. This photo was taken by Eva Blanchard Photography.

Traditional Garden with a Water Feature Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional front garden design.

How should I design my traditional 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 traditional 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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