Gasp-Worthy Gardens and Outdoor Spaces
Nature can be an amazing backdrop for great landscape design. Check out these outdoor designs that will take your breath away.

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Charming Courtyard in Charleston, S.C.
Tranquil, Tropical Garden
French Provence Home With Private Fireplace and Patio
Pavilion Encourages Quiet Reflection
Fairytale Garden Includes Koi Pond
Courtyard Makes Room for Parking
French-Inspired Home With Rustic Pergola and Stone Walkway
Antique Gates Allude to City's History
Handcrafted Fence With Bronze Hardware
Formal Garden Inspires Thoughts of France
Views of Santa Monica Mountains
Sunsets Over Pacific Ocean
Pavilion Features Outdoor Dining + Kitchen
Brick Trim, Pavers Create Cohesion
Walkway Leads to Private Patio
Bridge Guides Visitors Over Water
Tranquil Garden With Japanese Maple Trees
Topiaries, Hedges Radiate From Center of Garden
Waterfall Surrounded By Vibrant Flowers
Entry Garden with Island Patio
Beautiful Meadow With Lush, Green Grass
Front Entrance to Beautifully Landscaped Home
Koi Pond Surrounded by Antique Pavers
Tropical Stone Patio With Salt Water Pool and Waterfall
Infinity Pool Overlooking Kauai's Kalihiwai Bay
Luxury Pool at Night With Walkway
Rustic, Imaginative Kid's Playhouse With Water Wheel
Backyard Mediterranean Backyard at Night
Gorgeous established trees surround this Mediterranean backyard to provide shade and privacy. Terracotta roof tiles mix with a stucco exterior and wood-framed windows and French doors for an Old World-inspired home.
Relaxing Lounge Chairs in Southwest Pool
Ledge Loungers sit the lagoon area of the contemporary pool soaking in the Santa Catalina Mountain view.
Manmade Stream
Hidden in a wooded area, overgrown trees and underbrush were brought to life by intertwining 360 linear feet of a manmade stream.
A Swimming Pool Reflects the Vibrant Energy of A Subtle Courtyard Feature
A minimalist covered courtyard lounge reveals its intensely colorful interior when it's reflected by the swimming pool beneath it, revealing the warm glow of a lantern candelabra and a central fireplace otherwise contained by the room's pillared archway. In the background, a palm tree reveals a resemblance to the archway's textured pillars, demonstrating how the garden's topiary features carry through the property's architecture.
A Circular Stone Fire Pit With a Lake View
Architectural stone bridges connect to a circular patio with a wood-burning fire pit. The rough-hewn flagstone boulders are placed in an informal arrangement, complementing the natural feel of the native garden and vistas.
A Dramatic Showstopper Stone Water Feature
Water cascades down the sides of a sandstone architectural water feature, a showstopping element in this calm, native garden. The stand alone feature is built with vertical sandstone boulders, arranged in a circle within the small pond framed by smaller tumbled stones. Uplights at the base enhance the drama of the water feature.
Luxurious Tropical Swimming Pool With In-Pool Tile, Water Features and Palm Trees
Pool and landscape lighting give a luxurious glow to this tropical swimming pool design. The deep blue of the pool pops against the neutral tones in the landscaping. Small tile structures in the pool support water features, giving the pool a feel of motion. Palm trees complete the oasis vibe and add color to the space.
Brick Pavilion With Wisteria Framed Peaks, Garden and Weathered Gate
The weathered-finish gate serves both an aesthetic and functional purpose to the space. It creates a dramatic focal point as well as a practical entrance for staging of events. Wisteria frames the peaks of the pavilion, giving it a storybook quality that fits well with the beautiful flower garden and the structure's cottage feel. In an effort to maintain a seamless span, the wooden beams used in the timber frame we hollowed out and reinforced with steel.
A Dramatic Sunken Fire Pit Area in the Middle of a Pool
Asian Garden With Fountain and Gravel
Swimming Pool With Waterfall
Long Lap Pool Surrounded by Lush Tropical Garden
Stunning Beverly Hills Home With Sleek Infinity Pool
This modern marvel is tucked into a hillside to fully integrate with its natural surroundings, which includes more than 130 live oak trees. Sleek lines and sharp angles pair with glass walls and a flat roof for an ultra-modern exterior design. An infinity pool with equally sleek lines completes the look.
Walkway and Yard in Prairie Setting
Cottage Garden Pond Framed by Lilacs
A naturalistic pond is planted with aquatic plants to give the property an authentic cottage garden feel
Party-Ready Backyard With Grouped Seating
Sleek and Bold Modern Outdoor Space.
Gorgeous Lap Pool With Underwater Lights and Rows of Fountain Jets
An Outdoor tropical Balinese Cabana Floats Over a Lagoon-Like Swimming Pool
A traditional Balinese Lumbung is well-lit against a backdrop of tropical plants as it seems to float over the lagoon-like swimming pool. The design of the hut was specified by the clients who wanted to imbue a strong tropical vibe into their backyard poolscape.
A Native Landscape With a Stunning Vista
The lakeside setting of this Colorado garden provides a stunning backdrop for visitors to enjoy. The use of native plants throughout the garden creates a seamless integration to the landscape beyond the property.
Pool and Outdoor Space with Lighting
Modern Zen Garden with Water Feature
Bucolic Outdoor Space with Masonry and Stone Pavers
Using stone pavers and extending the stone wall into the landscape helps embrace the natural beauty of the landscape.
Beautiful Mediterranean Home With Ivy Facade
A paver driveway and walkway blend into one cohesive design that goes perfectly with the home's Mediterranean style facade.
Stone Patio With Pool, Lounge Chairs and Gazebo at Twilight
Blue evening light accentuates the blue of the swimming pool in this stylish backyard. Warm light from the gazebo catches the eye. White cushions on the wood lounge chairs add touches of bright color in the cool setting.
Rustic, Cozy Fire Pit With California Coast View
This small weekend retreat on the flank of the rolling grassy coastal plain in Hollister Ranch, near Gaviota, Calif., looks out on breathtaking panoramic views of ocean and foothills. The flagstone and gravel patio leads to a cozy fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs.
Tropical Landscape Design with a Water Feature, Bridge and Hut
The designer wanted to create specific rooms for the family to enjoy throughout their garden. The tiki hut became a tropical outdoor dining area with a dining table and chairs from Janus et Cie. The client also requested two more elements: a water feature and a bridge, which features oolite and coral stone.
Dreamy Pond at Sarasota Home With Assorted Trees
Multi-Level Terrace Enertaining Space with Pool, Pergola and Seating Areas
The multi-level terrace provides ample seating and lounge spaces surrounding a pool, spa and fountain with pergola, grill, lounge area, sleeping terrace, and seating areas.
Corten Steel and Stone Water Feature
Outdoor Waterfront Sanctuary
Contemporary Outdoor Space Perfect for Entertaining
Contemporary Wyoming Home in Aspen Grove
View of Open Poolhouse and Swimming Pool
Lower Sitting Area and Koi Pond
Cedar Hot Tub With Beautiful Ocean Views
The cedar hot tub is tucked into the hillside, surrounded by field stone walls and a cozy flagstone patio. Restrained plantings take their cue from the stunning natural setting. Sweeps of native grasses and succulents dot the garden; olive trees provide structure and shade.
Mediterranean Backyard is Open and Welcoming
Hardscaping and landscaping blend seamlessly in this Mediterranean-inspired backyard. Soft walkways lead to a brick patio under the Old World pergola. A traditional tiered water fountain is an elegant focal point.
Open, Southwestern Outdoor Living Space
Black-and-white starburst tiles create a striking, graphic look to the outdoor fireplace. Above the chunky wood mantel, a flat-screen TV is concealed behind sliding rustic doors. A comfortable sofa with bright red cushions combines with an exposed wood coffee table and deep-seated armchairs.
Night Shot of Pool and Spa From Upper Patio
LED lighting in the pool and spa in addition to subtle landscape lighting help illuminate the luxurious outdoor space at night.
Globe-Shaped Water Feature Next to Infinity Pool
The main focus of the design was the infinity pool. It was positioned so the infinity edge faces the largest view of the lake. The designer created a large, lounging patio for big parties as well as a lower patio for drinks and cigars. The unique water feature with plants breaks up and softens the extensive hardscaping.
Sleek Back Patio With Stunning Rainfall Water Feature
Enjoy a dip in the refreshing lap pool or lounge around and take in the beautiful views this back patio has to offer. A trickling rainfall water feature streams into the pool, adding a relaxing element to the outdoor space.
Patio With Grass Trimmed Pavers
Tropical Open Air Pool House
Backyard with Colorful Garden and Shed
Pool Area with Cabana and Deck
Traditional Backyard With Unique Swimming Pool
Downtown Dallas Townhouse Courtyard
Tropical Modern Pool and Deck
White Gate and Poolhouse
Spacious Backyard With Native Garden Plantings
Garden With Small Water Fountain
Succulent Garden and Mountain View
Front Yard with Fence and Garden
Cottage Garden with Lush Greenery and Fountain
Front Yard With White Grasses
Backyard with Pergola and Sitting Area
Low Water Garden With Stepping Stones
Wood Bench in Drought Tolerant Garden
Lakefront Parterre Garden
Rooftop Garden With Four Chairs
Brick Path and Side Garden
Cement Walkway and Paper Lantern
Metal Gate Sculpture and Wood Bench
Backyard With Pool and Tropical Garden
Path Leads to Secluded Sitting Area
Urban Farmhouse Backyard Oasis
Backyard With Secret Garden
Contemporary Backyard with Cacti and Desert Plants
Outdoor Dining Area and Kitchen With Gravel
Purple Flowers and Evergreens
Cedar Hot Tub With Beautiful Ocean Views
The cedar hot tub is tucked into the hillside, surrounded by field stone walls and a cozy flagstone patio. Restrained plantings take their cue from the stunning natural setting. Sweeps of native grasses and succulents dot the garden; olive trees provide structure and shade.