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Garret Project
Garret Project
Sustainable Outdoor CreationsSustainable Outdoor Creations
Backyard Garden Escape. Lined with brick pavers and fountain water feature
Retaining Wall Projects
Retaining Wall Projects
Design Works - Landscape Architecture & Const.Design Works - Landscape Architecture & Const.
Sustainable Green Paving Design
Sustainable Green Paving Design
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
Photography by Studio H Landscape Architecture. Post processing by Isabella Li.
Lincoln Park Transitional
Lincoln Park Transitional
Calafia DesignCalafia Design
Katy Sheppard
Front walkway redesign
Front walkway redesign
Heather Green, REALTOR®, Illuminate PropertiesHeather Green, REALTOR®, Illuminate Properties
Concrete path with channels cut, gravel in place and succulents planted.
Transformation of a 1950's ranch
Transformation of a 1950's ranch
MJ McCabe-Garden DesignMJ McCabe-Garden Design
The boxwood takes on a chartreuse green in early spring the gate leads to a pool beyond
Exterior projects (Mediterranean Style)
Exterior projects (Mediterranean Style)
Ancient SurfacesAncient Surfaces
Product: Authentic Limestone for Exterior Living Spaces. 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' design style as it is called in Italian. 'Al Fresco' translates into 'the open' or 'the cool/fresh exterior'. Customizing a fully functional outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, BBQ, fireplace or Jacuzzi pool spa all out of old reclaimed Mediterranean stone pieces is no easy task and shouldn’t be created out of the lowest common denominator of building materials such as concrete, Indian slates or Turkish travertine. The one thing you can bet the farmhouse on is that when the entire process unravels and when your outdoor living space materializes from the architects rendering to real life, you will be guaranteed a true Mediterranean living experience if your choice of construction material was as authentic and possible to the Southern Mediterranean regions. We believe that the coziness of your surroundings brought about by the creative usage of our antique stone elements will only amplify that authenticity. whether you are enjoying a relaxing time soaking the sun inside one of our Jacuzzi spa stone fountains or sharing unforgettable memories with family and friends while baking your own pizzas in one of our outdoor BBQ pizza ovens, our stone designs will always evoke in most a feeling of euphoria and exultation that one only gets while being on vacation is some exotic European island surrounded with the pristine beauty of indigenous nature and ancient architecture...
Japanese Soaking Tub
Japanese Soaking Tub
Terra Ferma LandscapesTerra Ferma Landscapes
We loved this Japanese soaking tub nestled in a bed of river rocks against the bluestone wall.
Raised Bed Vegetable Garden
Raised Bed Vegetable Garden
Casa Smith Designs, LLCCasa Smith Designs, LLC
This veggie bed is accessible from every angle and easy on the back - everything grows right in front of you...no bending over required. Photo Credit: Mark Pinkerton
Suburban Oasis
Suburban Oasis
Princeton Design CollaborativePrinceton Design Collaborative
Shade Garden with koi pond , cedar fence, ferns and ivy Jeffrey Edward Tryon
Wellesley Cottage Garden
Wellesley Cottage Garden
Nilsen Landscape Design, LLCNilsen Landscape Design, LLC
This cottage garden features raised vegetable beds inside of a white picket fence.
Mazus ground cover between stepping stones blooms blue in spring
Mazus ground cover between stepping stones blooms blue in spring
Home & Garden Design, Atlanta - Danna Cain, ASLAHome & Garden Design, Atlanta - Danna Cain, ASLA
Mazus is a wonderful ground cover between stepping stones. This variety blooms blue in spring. It's ideal for this lightly shaded spot. Photographer: Danna Cain, Home & Garden Design, Inc.
Pergola/Arbor/Screen
Pergola/Arbor/Screen
Forest Fence & Deck Company Ltd.Forest Fence & Deck Company Ltd.
Shade & Privacy By The Hot Tub. Built By : Forest Fence & Deck Co Ltd.
Central Gardens
Central Gardens
Gurley's Azalea GardenGurley's Azalea Garden
Gurley's Azalea Garden
Japanese Courtyard Garden
Japanese Courtyard Garden
Bio Friendly GardensBio Friendly Gardens
Seaside gardens
Seaside gardens
Maria Hickey & Associates LandscapesMaria Hickey & Associates Landscapes
We specialize in creating beautiful planter combinations
Landscape
Landscape
Michael Flaugh, Landscape Architect, P.L.Michael Flaugh, Landscape Architect, P.L.
Vineyard Residence
Vineyard Residence
Carson Douglas Landscape ArchitectureCarson Douglas Landscape Architecture
William Carson Joyce
Fence at Suburban Oasis
Fence at Suburban Oasis
Princeton Design CollaborativePrinceton Design Collaborative
Garden allee path with copper pipe trellis Photo by: Jeffrey Edward Tryon of PDC
Madrid 11/2011
Madrid 11/2011
Monique BrionesMonique Briones
Prject by Monique Briones

Small 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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