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Contemporary Garden and Outdoor Space Ideas and Designs

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Mix it Up
Mix it Up
Shades Of Green Landscape ArchitectureShades Of Green Landscape Architecture
Photography: © ShadesOfGreen
Inspiration for a contemporary back garden fence in San Francisco.
Blairgowrie Coastal Home & Landscape
Blairgowrie Coastal Home & Landscape
AcreAcre
Stunning contemporary coastal home which saw native emotive plants soften the homes masculine form and help connect it to it's laid back beachside setting. We designed everything externally including the outdoor kitchen, pool & spa. Architecture by Planned Living Architects Construction by Powda Constructions Photography by Derek Swalwell
Patio, porch, sod & plantings - a backyard transformation
Patio, porch, sod & plantings - a backyard transformation
Flores ArtscapeFlores Artscape
West Los Angeles
This is an example of a contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with concrete paving.
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My Houzz: Full-Tilt Reinvention for a 1950s Ranch
My Houzz: Full-Tilt Reinvention for a 1950s Ranch
Heather MerendaHeather Merenda
Photo: Heather Merenda © 2013 Houzz
Design ideas for a contemporary terrace in Vancouver with a bar area.
Alamo 2
Alamo 2
Envision Landscape StudioEnvision Landscape Studio
Photography by Joe Dodd
Design ideas for a large contemporary back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen and concrete paving.
Garden Design in Wimbledon, 1
Garden Design in Wimbledon, 1
Kate Eyre Garden DesignKate Eyre Garden Design
This is an example of a contemporary back patio in London.
Small Chicago garage rooftop
Small Chicago garage rooftop
Chicago Green Design Inc.Chicago Green Design Inc.
This Small Chicago Garage rooftop is a typical size for the city, but the new digs on this garage are like no other. With custom Molded planters by CGD, Aog grill, FireMagic fridge and accessories, Imported Porcelain tiles, IPE plank decking, Custom Steel Pergola with the look of umbrellas suspended in mid air. and now this space and has been transformed from drab to FAB!
Charles Rose Architects Inc.
Charles Rose Architects Inc.
Charles Rose Architects Inc.Charles Rose Architects Inc.
Exterior; Photo Credit: Bruce Martin
This is an example of a small contemporary side patio in Boston with decking, an outdoor shower and a roof extension.
Sonoma in the City
Sonoma in the City
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tony Soluri Photography
Contemporary back garden with decking.
Burgess Pool
Burgess Pool
jaks timberjaks timber
Rachel McDonald
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back round above ground swimming pool in Melbourne with decking.
QUARRY POOL HOUSE and CARPORT
QUARRY POOL HOUSE and CARPORT
Matt Garcia DesignMatt Garcia Design
CASEY DUNN
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary terrace in Austin with an outdoor shower and a roof extension.
Smooth transitioning with mafi natural oak
Smooth transitioning with mafi natural oak
Mafi AustraliaMafi Australia
Nicholas Murray Architects
Contemporary back terrace in Melbourne with a potted garden and no cover.
Cumberland - John Maniscalco Architecture
Cumberland - John Maniscalco Architecture
John Maniscalco ArchitectureJohn Maniscalco Architecture
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with a potted garden and no cover.
Boston Rooftop Garden
Boston Rooftop Garden
Perennial Gardens LLCPerennial Gardens LLC
Picture by Christina Hunt
Photo of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Boston with a potted garden and no cover.
Chiswick Apartment 1
Chiswick Apartment 1
Studio MortonStudio Morton
Contemporary apartment balcony in London with a roof extension.
Past Work
Past Work
Landform Consultants LtdLandform Consultants Ltd
Contemporary garden in Surrey with a water feature.
Gagne Residence
Gagne Residence
RENZO ZECCHETTO ARCHITECTSRENZO ZECCHETTO ARCHITECTS
Perched on a hillside cul-de-sac lot in Brentwood CA, the Gagne Residence enjoys an unusually private street condition and views toward the ocean, city, and surrounding tree lined hills. To maximize dwelling and garden area on the mostly sloped site, the house is broken into two general volumes, one volume responding to the level and orientation of the street, the other, wrapping and descending along the hill’s contour, acting as retainer while providing a third dwelling level and preserving ample area for a garden. Photo credit: Eric Staudenmaier
LIGHTHOUSE RD BYRON BAY I
LIGHTHOUSE RD BYRON BAY I
UserUser
Outdoor dining linked to living space
This is an example of a contemporary balcony in Sydney with a pergola.
Large roof terrace in London
Large roof terrace in London
Town and Country GardensTown and Country Gardens
This is a larger roof terrace designed by Templeman Harrsion. The design is a mix of planted beds, decked informal and formal seating areas and a lounging area.

Contemporary Garden and Outdoor Space Ideas and Designs

Our gardens and outside spaces deserve as much attention as our interiors – they can provide the first impression of our homes to visitors, a sanctuary to escape to in warm weather and an additional living and entertaining space. While not all of us are blessed with large contemporary gardens and bags of outside space, there are plenty of ways of improving what you do have and making it work for you. Perhaps you only have a roof terrace or balcony? You can still get green-fingered with plant pots and raised flower beds, and you can create an outdoor haven with decking, seating, outdoor lighting and various accessories to entice everyone outside. If you do have a bit of space to play with outside, then aside from a lawn in your contemporary garden, you could add some extra elements to help you enjoy the space even more. Adding a patio will give you the perfect area for dining, lounging or even a bit of outdoor cooking, and if you choose to go for a veranda you’ll have a bit of shelter from the hot sun or the rain while still enjoying being outdoors. If space and budget aren’t too much of a problem then a swimming pool or hot tub could be next on your list. Take a look at the various contemporary garden photos, as well as veranda, terrace and balcony, patio, lawn and swimming pool ideas that are available on Houzz to help you decide what you’d like in your garden or slice of outdoor oasis.
Green Roof Pool Pavilion
Green Roof Pool Pavilion
Sequined Asphault Studio PhotographySequined Asphault Studio Photography
Michele Scotto Trani of Sequined Asphault Studio Photography shot for client Beinfield Architecture PC
Design ideas for a contemporary terrace in New York with a fire feature.
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