Small pond with waterall and mixed natural with hard edge border Photo by Ketti Kupper
This is an example of a small contemporary full sun courtyard landscaping in Los Angeles.

To anchor a modern house, designed by Frederick Fisher & Partners, Campion Walker brought in a mature oak grove that at first frames the home and then invites the visitor to explore the grounds including an intimate culinary garden and stone fruit orchard. The neglected hillside on the back of the property once overgrown with ivy was transformed into a California native oak woodland, with under-planting of ceanothus and manzanitas. We used recycled water to create a dramatic water feature cut directly into the limestone entranceway framed by a cacti and succulent garden.

This large sprawling yard is highlighted by the house with a dry creek bed flowing under a see through corridor in the house.
Photo of a large contemporary partial sun backyard water fountain landscape in Dallas.

Design ideas for a large modern full sun backyard concrete paver pond in Seattle.

Designed for a family who is relocating back to California, this contemporary residence sits atop a severely steep site in the community of Las Ventanas. Working with the topography led to some creative design solutions, structurally and aesthetically, to accommodate all of the family’s programatic needs. The 4127 s.f. home fits into the relatively small building footprint while an infinity edge pool cantilevers 22′ above grade. With spectacular views of the Arroyo Grande foothills and farms, this main pool deck becomes a major feature of the home. All living spaces, including the great room and kitchen open up to this deck, ideal for relaxation and entertainment. Given that the owners have five golden retrievers, this outdoor space also serves as an area for the dogs. The design includes multiple water features and even a dog pond. To further emphasize the views, a third story mitered glass reading room gives one the impression of sitting above the treetops. The use of warm IPE hardwood siding and stone cladding blend the structure into the surrounding landscape while still offering a clean and contemporary aesthetic.

Irene Kalina-Jones
This is an example of a contemporary landscaping in New York.

Rob Bramhall
Mid-sized transitional concrete screened-in front porch idea in Boston with a roof extension

Photo of a modern landscaping in Los Angeles.

Large cottage pool photo in Houston

Trendy patio photo in San Diego with no cover and a fireplace

This is a planter made from concrete blocks and finished with stucco. In front of it is a waterfall that empties into a pond below and then recirculates. The turf is artificial, as is the green vine material in the fence panels. The plant in the planter is called Horsetail Reed (Equisetum hyemale). Designed and built by Botanica Atlanta.

Doug Myers

Inspiration for a large traditional full sun backyard stone retaining wall landscape for summer.

Design: Joni L. Janecki & Associates Photo: Margot Hartford © 2015 Houzz
Example of a tuscan patio design in San Francisco

Raised architectural pond as seen from above. Photo Credit: Roger Foley
Large trendy backyard concrete paver patio fountain photo in DC Metro with a pergola

Terraced Retaining Wall of AllenBlock Europa Series with low voltage landscape lighting and new plantings.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional partial sun and drought-tolerant backyard concrete paver retaining wall landscape in Seattle for summer.

Scott Frances
This is an example of a large mid-century modern brown and full sun one-story and side yard glass and concrete paver pond in Los Angeles.

This is an overhead view of the previous two photos that shows both waterfalls leading to a central pond, the focal point of the space.
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic backyard concrete paver patio fountain remodel in Los Angeles with no cover

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary medium tone wood floor and brown floor great room remodel in Denver with white walls, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround