You can make an outdoor fish paradise of your own, for less than you might think. But you'll need this expert design wisdom

With water in the back and a descent to get in, this skillfully designed modern home keeps its cool in the Southwestern sun

From a custom mural to a solid concrete slab built to look like tiles, these outdoor rooms don’t overlook the details or comfort

Patterned glass and resin turn plain doors, windows and room dividers into something to look at

Small touches of brilliance make all the difference in gardens big and small

Working with cedar, steel, stone and planters, a landscape architect rethinks a backyard to make it a more inviting space

An Asian-inspired backyard redo adds clean lines, a new water feature and a sense of spaciousness — with room for a large beloved dog

History comes alive in the gardens of a Rochester townhouse, filled with sculptural yew, a topiary parterre and an archway-draped pond

Sixteen lucky cats get the run of a protected outdoor patio with ramps, steps and even a koi pond

The proof is in the painting — and the pond. As Houzz users hit 100,000 discussions, see some of the results of their advice and ideas