This rose garden is half hidden and the curving path entices you to explore further. Creating a sense of mystery by partially obscuring the boundaries of the garden increases the sense of space. photo: Diane Hayford

This is an example of a small traditional drought-tolerant and shade backyard stone garden path in New York for spring.

Studio H Landscape Architecture
Photo of a small modern drought-tolerant and partial sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in Orange County.

This is an example of a small contemporary backyard concrete paver landscaping in Los Angeles.

Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard formal garden in San Francisco.

Our homeowners were looking for a garden where they could sit by the fire, grow vegetable and hear the sound of water. Their home was new construction in a modern farmhouse style. We used gravel and concrete as paving. Board formed concrete firepit keeps it feeling modern. The vegetable beds supply season vegetables and herbs.

Jacuzzi portable Hot Tub lowered into a Trek deck.
Inspiration for a small traditional drought-tolerant and partial sun backyard landscaping in Orange County with decking.

This Cape Cod style greenhouse is 12x20 feet. The unique foundation and decorative cresting give it a beautiful look, and it is used as a sitting room with a view of the ocean.

This is an example of a small contemporary partial sun backyard brick landscaping in New York.

Photo of a small transitional partial sun backyard mulch landscaping in Austin.

---Landscape Design and Photography by: Marco Romani, RLA. ---Construction/Installation by: www.thearrowshop.com
Design ideas for a small traditional partial sun backyard brick vegetable garden landscape in Chicago.

This is an example of a small traditional full sun backyard stone formal garden in New York for summer.

Bedford Custom Backyard Basketball and Roller Hockey Court with rebounder and lighting
Photo of a small traditional partial sun backyard concrete paver outdoor basketball/tennis/multi-game court in Boston.

A traditional annual border composed of French marigolds, blue Hawaii ageratum, white alyssum and dusty miller edges a cottage-style perennial bed. Yellow tree roses in containers and dinner-plate dahlias add summer-long color to this Cape Cod garden.

Landscape design by John Algozzini, lighting design by Kevin Manning. This project received a 2013 Hardscape North America Design Award, and a 2014 ILCA Award of Excellence. It has also been featured in Chicagoland Gardening Magazine and Total Landscape Care Magazine. Photo courtesy of Bridget Clauson.

Photo of a small contemporary partial sun backyard stone flower bed.

Retaining walls can serve many purposes! Personal Touch incorporated siloam steps into this homeowner's short stone retaining wall for better backyard access! Seasonal pansies and complementary evergreens add aesthetic appeal to this stone wall and step duo!

In Seattle's Fremont neighborhood SCJ Studio designed a new landscape to surround and set off a contemporary home by Coates Design Architects. The narrow spaces around the tall home needed structure and organization, and a thoughtful approach to layout and space programming. A concrete patio was installed with a Paloform Bento gas fire feature surrounded by lush, northwest planting. A horizontal board cedar fence provides privacy from the street and creates the cozy feeling of an outdoor room among the trees. LED low-voltage lighting by Kichler Lighting adds night-time warmth . Photography by: Miranda Estes Photography

Photo of a small traditional shade backyard pond in Seattle.