The MacDowell Company
Large traditional front yard partial sun driveway in Boston with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Rénovation d'une maison de famille en Provence

Inspirations d'Intérieurs • Agence & Boutique •

Mid-sized traditional front yard driveway in Marseille with a container garden and natural stone pavers.

Arts & Crafts Garden, Bethesda

Bethesda Garden Design llc

Backyard patio of irregular flagstone with plantings
Mid-sized arts and crafts front yard full sun driveway in DC Metro with a garden path and natural stone pavers for spring.

Mid-Century Modern Front Yard - Cedarburg, WI

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

Our client wanted to limit the amount of lawn on her property, so we designed large planting beds to fill the space while adding color, texture, and interest. Westhauser Photography

Landscapes

Lighthouse Landscape, LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary front yard partial sun driveway for spring in Boston with natural stone pavers and a garden path.

Grand Entrances

Hollander Landscaping Ltd.

Inspiration for a contemporary front yard full sun driveway in Toronto with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Permeable Paradise

Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute

HNA Hardscape Project Award Winner Permeable Paradise Grand Island, Nebraska Grindstone Hardscapes The goal was to create a maintenance-free system with extreme curb appeal for these homeowners when installing their new driveway, patio, and front entrance. The entire project is permeable and heated, including the front steps. The three piece paver used Gascony Tan for the field to match the home and Brookestone slate for accents. The field was laid at a 45 degree angle to the house, a solution to the road not being square to any entrance on the driveway or walk. The pavers never see the snow or ice on them. Both are drained through the joints as soon as touching the surface. The heat cord had to be fastened to wire mesh on top of the rock base to hold it in place, and then the bedding layer was screeded over it. Traditional paver edging/grid was used on the driveway as an edge restraint, with a decorative concrete curb being laid over top of it, to increase strength and tie it in with the landscapes on the property. Each entrance to the circle drive and to the front door is announced by custom columns built on each side. There are 9 columns total. Each includes four LED low voltage lights for nighttime accent, and one holds a built in mailbox and package delivery shelf. All mail and packages can be picked up right from the car window.

Bird Key Modern Bungalow

BORDEN Landscape Design

Photographer: Ryan Gamma
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern front yard full sun driveway for winter in Tampa with concrete pavers.

Tampa Bay Residence

Whitacre Greer Company

Old world cobbled pavers featured in an attractive installation pattern.
This is an example of a large traditional front yard partial sun driveway for summer in Tampa with brick pavers.

Modern + Light

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

This is an example of a large modern backyard full sun driveway in Seattle with with pond and concrete pavers.

Santa Barbara Living in Marin County California

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Santa Barbara lifestyle with this gated 5,200 square foot estate affords serenity and privacy while incorporating the finest materials and craftsmanship. Visually striking interiors are enhanced by a sparkling bay view and spectacular landscaping with heritage oaks, rose and dahlia gardens and a picturesque splash pool. Just two minutes to Marin’s finest private schools.

Lickety-Split

True Scape Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern front yard partial sun driveway in Seattle with concrete pavers.

Front Landscape - Bel Marin Keys Lagoon Side Residence

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Photo taken just after installation, see updated photos. The front areas of this landscape were transformed from a tired, water thirsty lawn into a contemporary setting with dramatic concrete pavers leading to the home's entrance and a new driveway using large concrete slabs with small black pebbles set in resin. Plants for sun and part shade complete this project, just completed in February 2014. The back areas of this transformation are in a separate project: Modern Water-Side Landscape Remodel http://www.houzz.com/projects/456093/Modern-Water-Side-Landscape-Remodel---Lawn-Replaced--Novato--CA Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Tkach Estate - Eagle Cove

Unique by Design

Unique by Design l Helen Weis
This is an example of a traditional front yard full sun driveway for summer in Oklahoma City.

NASHVILLE RESIDENCE

Marvin

Architect: Blaine Bonadies, Bonadies Architect Photography By: Jean Allsopp Photography “Just as described, there is an edgy, irreverent vibe here, but the result has an appropriate stature and seriousness. Love the overscale windows. And the outdoor spaces are so great.” Situated atop an old Civil War battle site, this new residence was conceived for a couple with southern values and a rock-and-roll attitude. The project consists of a house, a pool with a pool house and a renovated music studio. A marriage of modern and traditional design, this project used a combination of California redwood siding, stone and a slate roof with flat-seam lead overhangs. Intimate and well planned, there is no space wasted in this home. The execution of the detail work, such as handmade railings, metal awnings and custom windows jambs, made this project mesmerizing. Cues from the client and how they use their space helped inspire and develop the initial floor plan, making it live at a human scale but with dramatic elements. Their varying taste then inspired the theme of traditional with an edge. The lines and rhythm of the house were simplified, and then complemented with some key details that made the house a juxtaposition of styles. The wood Ultimate Casement windows were all standard sizes. However, there was a desire to make the windows have a “deep pocket” look to create a break in the facade and add a dramatic shadow line. Marvin was able to customize the jambs by extruding them to the exterior. They added a very thin exterior profile, which negated the need for exterior casing. The same detail was in the stone veneers and walls, as well as the horizontal siding walls, with no need for any modification. This resulted in a very sleek look. MARVIN PRODUCTS USED: Marvin Ultimate Casement Window

Colonial Charm - Glenview Residence

Arrow. Land + Structures

Front Entrance Landscape Design and Construction by Arrow. Marco Romani, RLA Landscape Architect
This is an example of a traditional front yard partial sun driveway in Chicago with concrete pavers and a garden path.

Driveway Gates

East Hampton Fence & Gate

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional front yard driveway in New York.

Entrances, Fences & Gates

Maher & Greenwald Fine Gardens

Design ideas for a large traditional front yard driveway in New York with natural stone pavers.

Stucco Planter Walls, Concrete Walkway

TRU Landscape Services

TRU Landscape Services
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard driveway in Orange County with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Cottage in the Woods

Structured Creations Inc.

Inspiration for a traditional front yard driveway in Toronto.

Driveway Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Gardens on Houzz

A lot of the time when you get home from a long day at work, all you want to do is wind down. Where better to do this than in your very own garden at home? If you do it right, a great garden design can send you right into holiday mode. But where to start? There’s so many styles to choose from when it comes to garden design. Whether you want to create a tropical, modern, contemporary, beach style or country garden - or something else entirely - the large garden image gallery on Houzz has got you covered. Get inspired and collect your ideas to narrow down your desired garden style and features.

How to Create a Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a garden and if it’s appropriate for your climate. You may want to consider adding a deck or other landscaping features, but the plants you choose will mostly dictate your style and what kind of ongoing maintenance is required. Don’t worry if your backyard isn’t very spacious - there are many plants that can thrive even in a small space and allow you to turn your space into a little paradise of your own, regardless of size.

Decide which plants to use

The greenery you choose is critical to your look. For example, if you’re trying to create a tropical garden palm trees and bamboo are your go-to options. Other popular options are golden cane palm trees and fern for ground cover. From there you can add some colour with bright flowers like frangipani, hibiscus or bromeliads. All these are actually quite hardy plants, so once established, your tropical garden is actually quite easy to maintain. Use this structure and apply it to your style. Research which plants you need to set your base for a garden and go from there.

Add some decor

If the plants don’t quite do it for you yet, or if you want to add some extra wow-factor, consider adding some extra features. Even if you can’t accommodate a swimming pool, hot tub or pond, you could look at smaller water features. Simple rocks can also have a great effect, while statues and gnomes will add some extra character. Don’t forget to add some furniture so you have a nice place to sit and enjoy your garden!

Need some help?

Once you know what you want your garden to look like, it may be hard to make it a reality on your own. If that is the case for you, consider consulting a professional to help you with your garden design. Every photo you find on Houzz will lead you to the local pro that did the job, so you won’t have a problem picking the perfect person to help! Whether you need a gardener in Brisbane, a landscape architect in Melbourne or a fireplace installer in Sydney, you can be sure to find one on Houzz.