Transitional Landscaping Ideas

This shows a shade garden and a winding path through it.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional shade side yard stone landscaping in Boston.

A nice row of tree form Eagleston Hollies. Planted and provided by Treeland Nursery.
Design ideas for a transitional landscaping in Dallas.

These homeowners wished to extend their existing roof out into the backyard to create a covered outdoor living space that marries seamlessly with their home. They also hoped to improve access to the backyard and flatten it out for more well-drained usable space. Azek Vintage composite decking was incorporated in order that the transition from inside to outside is all one level. The outdoor kitchen and bar were designed for maximum functionality. Many of the homeowner's reference images were used as inspiration to create the look and feel of this space. The end result is a multi-functional, warm outdoor living area for all four seasons. The gas-burning fireplace get a boost of heat from Infratech electric heaters to create warmth throughout the year.

Dry creek bed in front entry with drought tolerant plantings and lush grasses.
Photo of a transitional landscaping in Santa Barbara.

The Informally planted parterre was built with reclaimed bricks found on the property. The wall in the background was made of all reclaimed stones. The vegetable gardens are beyond.

Renovated pool with Yellow Moss Rock waterfall, concrete patios, stone veneered seatwall, and Calistoga dry stack retaining wall. Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster', Festuca glauca, and Lavandula performing well into August. Photo credits: Tom Minczeski

Photos BY:David Cavanaugh
This is an example of a transitional landscaping in San Diego.

Pathway, house and tree lighting.
This is an example of a transitional landscaping in Other.

Backyard photo showing a new Boulder wall that incorporates some existing rock that was onsite. New juniper raised beds for growing tomatoes and salad greens. Photo by Paul Taylor, OCNP

It was my pleasure working with the Nelson's to design their back yard into a park and prairie like setting. A small back yard, 2835 sq ft, appears to be much larger with walking paths that visit garden islands filled with xeric and native plants. The plants are small now but when they mature the landscape will be filled with color and textures that enhance the theme. Another wonderful install by my wonderful team at Showcase Landscape and Irrigation of Loveland, CO.

This is an example of a transitional landscaping in Phoenix.

Bluestone set in a random rectangular pattern and a boulder wall create a viewing platform to see the water below.
This is an example of a transitional shade hillside stone retaining wall landscape in DC Metro for summer.

Window pane lattice top fence designed & installed by Dakota Unlimited.
Design ideas for a large transitional partial sun backyard wood fence formal garden in Minneapolis.

Landscape contracting by Avid Landscape. Carpentry by Contemporary Homestead. Photograph by Tina Witherspoon.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional partial sun backyard gravel landscaping in Seattle.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional full sun courtyard gravel landscaping in San Diego for spring.

Design ideas for a large transitional privacy and full sun backyard stone and wood fence formal garden in Boston for spring.

Photo of a huge transitional shade backyard concrete paver landscaping in Minneapolis.

Hannah Goering Photography
Photo of a large transitional partial sun front yard stone landscaping in Chicago for spring.

Landscape contracting by Avid Landscape. Carpentry by Contemporary Homestead. Photograph by Tina Witherspoon.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional full sun backyard gravel vegetable garden landscape in Seattle.