The uneven back yard was graded into ¬upper and lower levels with an industrial style, concrete wall. Linear pavers lead the garden stroller from place to place alongside a rain garden filled with swaying grasses that spans the side yard and culminates at a gracefully arching pomegranate tree, A bubbling boulder water feature murmurs soothing sounds. A large steel and willow-roof pergola creates a shady space to dine in and chaise lounges and chairs bask in the surrounding shade. The transformation was completed with a bold and biodiverse selection of low water, climate appropriate plants that make the space come alive. branches laden with impossibly red blossoms and fruit.

Manolo Langis Photographer
Inspiration for a small coastal full sun courtyard stone landscaping in Los Angeles.

Even small spaces need great design. Container and small space gardens - decks, alcoves and patios are all great spots to "green" up with planted pots. Add color, texture and warmth to your small spaces - or drama to a large space - with a well-designed container. Birdbaths, fountains, troughs and more make great containers. Irrigation can be run to your containers or Oyas (water vessels) can be planted in the containers to provide irrigation and to keep your plants healthy.

This is an example of a mediterranean landscaping in San Francisco.

Gary McDonald
Example of a large island style backyard concrete and custom-shaped natural pool fountain design in San Francisco

Wissel's Saguaro Lawson's false cypress - ideal for skinny spaces Le jardinet
Photo of a landscaping in Seattle.

Gary McDonald
Example of a large island style backyard concrete and custom-shaped natural pool fountain design in San Francisco

Photo Credit : Hartman Baldwin Design Build New construction home designed and built by Hartman Baldwin. The landscape is extensive and was a collaborative effort between HB and NC Design. We created a beautiful drought tolerant landscape that blended in well with the surrounding hillsides. To ensure a healthy, vibrant environment for years to come, many colorful succulents, grasses, yuccas and flowering low-water perennials were used throughout the property, along with non-fruiting Olive trees and Palo Verde.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional full sun backyard stone landscaping in Grand Rapids.

New construction home designed and built by Hartman Baldwin. The landscape is extensive and was a collaborative effort between HB and NC Design. We created a beautiful drought tolerant landscape that blended in well with the surrounding hillsides. To ensure a healthy, vibrant environment for years to come, many colorful succulents, grasses, yuccas and flowering low-water perennials were used throughout the property, along with non-fruiting Olive trees and Palo Verde.

Danish open concept medium tone wood floor living room photo in New York with white walls, no fireplace and no tv

Photo of a tropical partial sun landscaping in Miami.

Our client wanted an outdoor living space for her Border Collies and rescued cats. We used her existing patio and gave it a good power washing, fresh paint and we brought in Rough Sawn Redwood to create the fence and cat walks. We also added the trellis to support her healthy plants that would provide shade during the hotter months and bring several hummingbirds to home. PC: Aaron Gilless

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional full sun and drought-tolerant backyard stone landscaping in Denver for summer.

MillerRoodell Architects // Gordon Gregory Photography
Mountain style brown one-story wood gable roof photo in Other with a shingle roof

This project represents the evolution of a 10 acre space over more than three decades. It began with the pool and space around it. As the vegetable garden grew, the orchard was established and the display gardens blossomed. The prairie was restored and a kitchen was added to complete the space. Although, it continues to change with a pond next on the design plan. Photo credit: Linda Oyama Bryan

Small trendy backyard gravel patio photo in Other with a pergola

A few well placed shrubs create a healthy barrier between bedrooms and a busy street.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional partial sun courtyard stone formal garden in Chicago for summer.

Classic porch idea