Pictures & Design Ideas
Backyard... our desert oasis
Owner: Michael & Joyce Anderson Location: Desert HillsThis yard has been a work in progress since 2001. As you can see it was void of anything when we started. We had the concrete walls and the pool done but other than that we have done all the work. We still have a ways to go. We will be adding some lighting and additional plants for some more color. ...
My High Desert Yard
Owner: Anne and Tim B Location: victorvilleI designed my owned yard and find a landscaper to do it.Its very comfortable and lots of seating area coz we have a lot of party every month.We leave in high desert of California called Victorville.On the yard we have a built in grill with refrigerator and storage underneath.I have 3 planters with r...
Tree House
Owner: Joshua Martin Location: Cranston, RIThis tree house is built around 2 pear trees. The deck measures 12 X 8 feet. The treehouse featurures 2 double hung windows, cedar shingles, a dutch door, a bell, 2 slides, a fireman's pole, a climbing net, a balance beam, a 8 X 6 sandbox and a swing for the adults. This tree house was built without...
DrDaves Koi Garden
Owner: DrDave Location: Escondido, Ca1 acre of fruit trees, Koi Ponds, vegetable garden and DrDave's World Famous BBQ Island. Being a Ham Radio Operator, I also have an antenna farm. http://drdaveskoi.tripod.com/...
Front Yard Slippery Slope Solution
Owner: Connie Location:A steep sloping front yard is redesigned to eliminate dangerous mowing and enhance curb appeal....
Jamma's Fairy Garden...Part I
Owner: [email protected] Location: RandleThis will be a step-by-step account of how I'm creating a magical place for my grandchildren and anyone whose heart believes in fairies. I will show details and provide plant names. That's not for the many accomplished gardeners on YardShare but for beginners who are looking for help on how to get...
Lori & Phil's
Owner: Phil & Lori in Moorpark, CA Location:The backyard stated out with just a slab patio and a nice view. First came the pond and waterfall...then we added a retractable patio cover and furniture. This year we added a complete outdoor kitchen and we live outside as much as we do inside now....
Backyard Before - After
Owner: charles Location:As with my front lawn, I declared war on my weed infested grass and vowed to retire my bad tempered, smelly and dysfunctional lawn mower for ever. The results are quite satisfactory but I do need to spend a small fortune on shrubs and flowering plants now....
Above Ground Lap Pool Possibilities
Owner: LuxuryLister Location: Braden RiverMy back yard is on a fresh water river where you can dig only a foot and hit water. This makes a difficult situation for building an inground pool inexpensively. I found this great pool and was able to put this together for under 5K! The yard is mainly deck. There is a fireplace and hot tub and no...
El Campo del Mar
Owner: Jay and Sandy Location: Puerto VallartaThis is our villa in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. El Campo del Mar is nestled along the southern moutains 6 kilometers south of Puerto Vallarta with views of the bay and city to the north and Los Arcos to the south. Our first project for the patio area was to reconfigure the pool eguipment original...
TikiMan's Paradise
Owner: tikiman Location: Laguna NiguelThis is my Bali inspired yard in Southern California. I collect many different things from tropical regions all over Asia, the South Pacific, and Africa. The swimming pool is a custom designed salt-water pool inspired by volcanic regions in Hawaii and Asia. Everything was designed by myself, and I d...
Paradise Water Park
Owner: TB Concrete Location: Granite BayMy husband designed and created this amazing pool. The lot had many granite outcroppings that were beautiful to incorporate into the pool and waterslide but also were a lot of work to deal with!:) He created faux rocks to blend for the waterfalls, waterslide, spa, stream bed. All the faltwork was...
Backyard Fence Line
Owner: TheBOXERSMom Location: DenverWe have about an acre; 3/4 is fenced for the safety of the dogs. My husband loves his grass! So I get the fence line areas all the way around - It's plenty for me to work with. I like to be able to see what's lurking around the area so I don't plant heavily. The Cowboy w/lil' fellow is about 21 inch...
