Elegant blue two-story wood gable roof photo in Minneapolis

Inspiration for a mid-century modern home design remodel in Seattle

The client wanted patio space for a chair so she could relax in the sun when the mood struck. The only spot in the yard with any sun is near the fence gate. A full-range New York Bluestone patio was added using 30” x 30” slabs. These slabs are dry-set so leveling was a challenge.

Wind in the grass, water in the stone bed, rusted steel, cedar deck and cement raised bed. This garden has it going on!
Inspiration for a small contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun backyard landscaping in Houston.

Mariko Reed Architectural Photography
Bedroom - mid-sized cottage master carpeted bedroom idea in San Francisco with white walls

Layers of texture and color: 'Raywood's Weeping' Arizona cypress and 'Orange Rocket' barberry in early December. Photo by Jay Sifford.
This is an example of an eclectic landscaping in Charlotte.

A winding gravel path leads past a garden seating area, framed by layered borders that create intimacy within the larger landscape.
Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Portland.

A custom coverlet and bed pillows enhance the rich and elegant layered look of this master bedroom. Multiple fabrics, textures, and trims round out the look. Crosby Dove Photography

Nick McCullough
This is an example of a traditional front yard landscaping in Columbus.

Rickie Agapito
Beach style dark wood floor family room photo in Orlando with a ribbon fireplace, a brick fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and gray walls

Jeri Koegel - 949-584-8525
Design ideas for a southwestern courtyard landscaping in Orange County.

Eclectic open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room photo in DC Metro with blue walls, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Pale blues and sandy beiges add to the tranquility of the upstairs master bedroom.
Mid-sized elegant master carpeted bedroom photo with white walls

The primary bedroom opens onto the outdoor living area. The retractable screens on the outdoor space allow the bedroom doors to remain open when the weather is cool. Soft linen bedding, a leather bench cushion and wooden fan add beautiful layers to the space. The back wall is papered in a dark blue grass cloth and highlighted with a wooden beam in the corner. Sconce lights free up space on the bedside table and frame the bed.

fire pit creates a visual and physical connection from the sunken sitting area to the modern play house at the end of the backyard. the tigerwood ceiling opens itself to a spacious ipe deck that leads down to conversation pit surrounding the fire or the outdoor kitchen patio. the space provides entertainment space for both the young and the old. designed & built by austin outdoor design photo by ryann ford

Mid-sized trendy open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room photo with white walls, no fireplace and no tv

Most backyards look flat because they're missing one thing: Plant Layering Here's how we designed this Houston backyard to create privacy, depth, and year-round color: ? **Screening Trees** — Tall evergreens along the fence create privacy and soften the hard fence line, making the space feel enclosed and relaxing. ? **Evergreen Shrubs** — Layered beneath the trees to keep beds looking full and textured through every season. ? **Flowering Perennials** — Pops of purple break up the greenery and add seasonal color without overcrowding the space. ? **Contrast Foliage** — Darker-leafed plants make the lighter greens and flowers around them stand out even more. ⚡ **Steel Bed Edging** — Clean, crisp lines that separate turf from planting beds and make maintenance much easier. The best landscapes aren't just planted — they're **designed in layers.** Canopy, mid-level shrubs, groundcover, and seasonal color work together to create something that matures beautifully over time. If you're ready to transform your backyard, we'll build a custom planting plan tailored to your property. ? Call/Text: 832-230-7277 ? landscapedesignhouston.com/contact/ #HoustonLandscapeDesign #BackyardLandscaping #OutdoorLiving #LandscapeArchitecture #TexanLandscapeGroup

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Bedroom - contemporary bedroom idea in Los Angeles

Photo of a large traditional partial sun backyard stone retaining wall landscape in New York.