13 Landscape Design Trends

HGTV's Chip Wade includes popular landscape design elements such as a pergola and swing. Plus he expanded the landscaping to the roof of the art studio, for a unique touch.

Pavers in the entry of this Coral Gables, Fla., home are spaced closely enough for even ladies wearing heels to walk from the pavers to the front door. The landscape design project, by ArquitectonicaGEO, won an FLASLA Design Award.

Lighting is playing a key role in the choices and position of landscape design, plants and features such as fountains. The palm trees in this Miami estate are beautiful by day or night.

Interest continues to grow in water features such as waterfalls or small ponds. Landscape and garden designers, including Danna Cain of Home & Garden Design in Atlanta, say water elements are among the biggest trends.