View of the west side of the garden including a gravel court with central fountain in the foreground and the timber & brick pool pavilion in the distance at the end of the swimming pool.

View of the home from the patio. New lannon stone steps connect the patio to the home. Renn Kuhnen Photography
Patio - large traditional backyard stone patio idea in Chicago

Tahoe home, shade border
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional shade backyard landscaping in Other.

Front yard entry way with concrete and pavers . Water feature at center of garden as a focal point.
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean partial sun front yard concrete paver garden path in San Diego.

Hostas planted in garden beds incorporated into the raised patio help transition the space between lawn and hardscape. Outdoor lighting helps illuminate the steps up to the patio as well as the border garden.

This young Toronto family wanted a showpiece backyard, so elected to build this very unique "perimeter overflow" zero edge pool. The surface of the pool is at the same level as the deck. Water on all four sides flows over the tiled one-foot-wide pool wall and is collected for re-circulation in a massive reservoir located below the deck. The pool's black Armorcoat interior and 2" spill wall tiles contrast beautifully with the Pennsylvania slate coping and deck. A stunning tribute to minimal design. (11 x 32, custom rectangular)

This is an example of a mid-sized modern partial sun front yard landscaping in Seattle.

The cottage style exterior of this newly remodeled ranch in Connecticut, belies its transitional interior design. The exterior of the home features wood shingle siding along with pvc trim work, a gently flared beltline separates the main level from the walk out lower level at the rear. Also on the rear of the house where the addition is most prominent there is a cozy deck, with maintenance free cable railings, a quaint gravel patio, and a garden shed with its own patio and fire pit gathering area.

Wiarton natural stone blends in nicely with the existing brick colours. The existing concrete porch has Wiarton building stone veneered to the sides with Random Wiarton flagstone bordered with thick Wiarton capping stone.

A lovely yard that started as a long bowling alley of lawn. We wanted to create a more human scale in the lounge area without building too many visual barriers. The overall effect is splashes of woodland across a contemporary canvas.

Mid-sized farmhouse backyard concrete patio kitchen photo in Houston with a roof extension

Cobble apron and chip seal driveway leading to the carriage house.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional full sun courtyard stone driveway in Boston.

This Scottsdale project highlights how a strategic landscape upgrade can turn an outdated yard into a stunning, easy-to-maintain oasis. Project Breakdown: - Out with the Old – Removed existing grass, borders, plants, and sprinklers to create a fresh foundation. - Smart Irrigation Installation – Ensures efficient water use while keeping new plants healthy. - Paver & Turf Border Design – Installed elegant pavers with a turf border for a sleek, modern aesthetic. - New Plant Selection – Carefully chosen plants add beauty and thrive in Arizona’s climate. - 80 oz Premium Turf – A lush, green look without the hassle of watering or mowing.

This large updated mid century home was recently renovated again with a large expansion to create a home with a real resort vibe…especially in the back facing a large expansive yard bordered by a large structural privet hedge. We created a rythmic border in the front years ago with boxwoods, panicular hydrangea and purple blooming Siberian Iris. Great effort was taken to prune out artfully the massive old weeping Jap. Maple and to underplant and highlight it with “Autumn” Fern and low growing perennials. In the back where a huge hill was created, we used Rhodos, Hydrangeas and Winter Jasmine punctuated with masses of Sedum and other low maintenance perennials. On the lower borders we used reblooming “Encore” Azaleas and boxwoods for structure and color. Italian Cypress were planted in large planters with climbing wine grapes to grow across the elevated porches. Tree-Formed Hydrangeas were strategically planted for vertical interest in the borders and in planters on the upper terrace.

This large updated mid century home was recently renovated again with a large expansion to create a home with a real resort vibe…especially in the back facing a large expansive yard bordered by a large structural privet hedge. We created a rythmic border in the front years ago with boxwoods, panicular hydrangea and purple blooming Siberian Iris. Great effort was taken to prune out artfully the massive old weeping Jap. Maple and to underplant and highlight it with “Autumn” Fern and low growing perennials. In the back where a huge hill was created, we used Rhodos, Hydrangeas and Winter Jasmine punctuated with masses of Sedum and other low maintenance perennials. On the lower borders we used reblooming “Encore” Azaleas and boxwoods for structure and color. Italian Cypress were planted in large planters with climbing wine grapes to grow across the elevated porches. Tree-Formed Hydrangeas were strategically planted for vertical interest in the borders and in planters on the upper terrace.

This large updated mid century home was recently renovated again with a large expansion to create a home with a real resort vibe…especially in the back facing a large expansive yard bordered by a large structural privet hedge. We created a rythmic border in the front years ago with boxwoods, panicular hydrangea and purple blooming Siberian Iris. Great effort was taken to prune out artfully the massive old weeping Jap. Maple and to underplant and highlight it with “Autumn” Fern and low growing perennials. In the back where a huge hill was created, we used Rhodos, Hydrangeas and Winter Jasmine punctuated with masses of Sedum and other low maintenance perennials. On the lower borders we used reblooming “Encore” Azaleas and boxwoods for structure and color. Italian Cypress were planted in large planters with climbing wine grapes to grow across the elevated porches. Tree-Formed Hydrangeas were strategically planted for vertical interest in the borders and in planters on the upper terrace.

This large updated mid century home was recently renovated again with a large expansion to create a home with a real resort vibe…especially in the back facing a large expansive yard bordered by a large structural privet hedge. We created a rythmic border in the front years ago with boxwoods, panicular hydrangea and purple blooming Siberian Iris. Great effort was taken to prune out artfully the massive old weeping Jap. Maple and to underplant and highlight it with “Autumn” Fern and low growing perennials. In the back where a huge hill was created, we used Rhodos, Hydrangeas and Winter Jasmine punctuated with masses of Sedum and other low maintenance perennials. On the lower borders we used reblooming “Encore” Azaleas and boxwoods for structure and color. Italian Cypress were planted in large planters with climbing wine grapes to grow across the elevated porches. Tree-Formed Hydrangeas were strategically planted for vertical interest in the borders and in planters on the upper terrace.

This large updated mid century home was recently renovated again with a large expansion to create a home with a real resort vibe…especially in the back facing a large expansive yard bordered by a large structural privet hedge. We created a rythmic border in the front years ago with boxwoods, panicular hydrangea and purple blooming Siberian Iris. Great effort was taken to prune out artfully the massive old weeping Jap. Maple and to underplant and highlight it with “Autumn” Fern and low growing perennials. In the back where a huge hill was created, we used Rhodos, Hydrangeas and Winter Jasmine punctuated with masses of Sedum and other low maintenance perennials. On the lower borders we used reblooming “Encore” Azaleas and boxwoods for structure and color. Italian Cypress were planted in large planters with climbing wine grapes to grow across the elevated porches. Tree-Formed Hydrangeas were strategically planted for vertical interest in the borders and in planters on the upper terrace.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional full sun front yard landscaping in Other for summer.