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Lots of Living is Happening in this Compact Gem of a Garden
Lots of Living is Happening in this Compact Gem of a Garden
Cambium Inc.Cambium Inc.
The very effective planting design embraces color, and more importantly, significant textural differences of the plant materials.
This is an example of a small contemporary back garden in Seattle with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
Beckenham North
Beckenham North
Emma O'Connell Garden DesignEmma O'Connell Garden Design
Photo of a contemporary garden in London.
Artificial Grass and Putting Greens, Mesa, AZ
Artificial Grass and Putting Greens, Mesa, AZ
The Yard StylistThe Yard Stylist
The owners of this Gilbert, AZ house, wanted an area for their dogs to enjoy. The bordered area of artificial turf is large enough for even a big dog. It is bordered with brick and surrounded by decorative gravel. This shows that the turf is separate and yet still part of the main back yard. The rectangular shape is broken up somewhat by the gently curving pathway on the left-hand side, leading to a seating and entertainment area.
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Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Landscape Management GroupLandscape Management Group
Large contemporary back full sun garden in Columbus with a retaining wall and concrete paving.
Terraced Garden
Terraced Garden
Belsize GardensBelsize Gardens
This is an example of a contemporary garden in Other with a retaining wall and decking.
Wildwood
Wildwood
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
Inspiration for a contemporary garden in Portland.
The Sango Kaku Garden
The Sango Kaku Garden
Simon Orchard Garden DesignSimon Orchard Garden Design
Contemporary garden in Surrey.
Sammamish Plateau
Sammamish Plateau
Banyon Tree Design StudioBanyon Tree Design Studio
Design ideas for a contemporary garden in Seattle.
Number 16- Exterior Master Suite & Firepit
Number 16- Exterior Master Suite & Firepit
Jess Hunter Interior DesignJess Hunter Interior Design
COurtyard outside of the master pavillion
Inspiration for a large contemporary full sun garden in Other with a fire feature.
Mini-piscine dans un jardin de ville
Mini-piscine dans un jardin de ville
La Nostra Secrets d’IntérieurLa Nostra Secrets d’Intérieur
Jardin existant avant travaux (démarrage travaux) Crédits photos La Nostra Secrets d'Intérieur, toutes utilisations est strictement interdite
Inspiration for a contemporary courtyard formal full sun garden for summer in Marseille with a pond and decking.
Unilock Hollandstone
Unilock Hollandstone
Astro MasonryAstro Masonry
Inspiration for a contemporary front garden in New York with a pathway and concrete paving.
Contemporary in Vancouver
Contemporary in Vancouver
TKL Design Inc.TKL Design Inc.
Design ideas for a contemporary garden in Vancouver.
White Wing
White Wing
Kendle Design CollaborativeKendle Design Collaborative
Inspiration for a large contemporary courtyard xeriscape full sun garden in Phoenix with a desert look.
Deck with hot tub and cedar trellis surround
Deck with hot tub and cedar trellis surround
Kate Eyre Garden DesignKate Eyre Garden Design
Hot tub with decking and cedar trellis
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back garden in London with decking.
Ballard Stack House
Ballard Stack House
Seattle Luxury Homes LLCSeattle Luxury Homes LLC
Photo of a contemporary garden in Seattle.
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
WINN Design+BuildWINN Design+Build
This is an example of a large contemporary back full sun garden for summer in DC Metro with a pathway and natural stone paving.
Mount Pleasant Garden
Mount Pleasant Garden
NaturesqueNaturesque
Design ideas for a small contemporary back xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Perth with a raised bed and decking.
Allergic to Bees Horizontal Fencing
Allergic to Bees Horizontal Fencing
Winston Fayer Landscape DesignWinston Fayer Landscape Design
The backyard is small and uninviting until we transformed it into a comfortable and functional area for entertaining
This is an example of a small contemporary back private full sun garden in New York.
West Norwood Family Garden
West Norwood Family Garden
Tracey Parker Landscape Design LtdTracey Parker Landscape Design Ltd
This family garden was redesigned to gives a sense of space for both adults and children at the same time the clients were extending their home. The view of the garden was enhanced by an oversized picture window from the kitchen onto the garden. This informed the design of the iroko pergola which has a BBQ area to catch the evening sun. The wood was stained to match the picture window allowing continuity between the house and garden. Existing roses were relocated to climb the uprights and a Viburnum x bodnantense ‘Charles Lamont’ was planted immediately outside the window to give floral impact during the winter months which it did beautifully in its first year. The Kiwi clients desired a lot of evergreen structure which helped to define areas. Designboard ‘Greenwich’ was specified to lighten the shaded terrace and provide a long-lasting, low-maintenance surface. The front garden was also reorganised to give it some clarity of design with a Kiwi sense of welcome. The kitchen was featured in Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms magazine, March 2019, if you would like to see more.

Contemporary Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed contemporary garden is as important as the emphasis we place on the designs of our interiors. After all, our grounds (however modest) frame our homes and contribute to first impressions not only of our houses, but also of the households within. Options for garden designs can be as elaborate or low maintenance as your lifestyle and preferences permit – consider both your aspirations for how it should look and how much time you can invest in garden maintenance. Consulting a gardener or landscape designer will ensure you have a garden that suits your lifestyle, the local climate and soil conditions. But don’t forget that with Houzz your first stop can be collecting images of garden ideas and designs you love in order to inspire your garden plans and potentially share them with a landscape gardening professional.

How do I come up with a contemporary front garden design?

The priority for a front garden is kerb appeal. Begin by considering the area immediately around and leading up to your front door. You may want to opt for front garden designs that blend well with the style of your home – for example, abundant foliage and flowerbeds will perfectly complement a period property, whereas man-made materials, geometric shapes and contrasting textures are great ideas for a contemporary garden design. Even if your front garden is a small space, keep it tidy – if you have more space, make the most of it with garden ideas and features such as a manicured lawn, gravel driveway, water feature or garden fencing. If you don’t have the time or commitment to devote to gardening, then neatly pruned hedges, statement paving, hanging baskets, garden benches and outdoor lighting are all decorative, low maintenance garden ideas for your contemporary front garden design.

How should I design my contemporary back garden?

Back gardens typically offer more space than front garden designs and serve a more recreational purpose, so it’s important to know how you want to spend time in your garden before you design it in order to build in the features that you will enjoy. If you love relaxing in the garden and dining al fresco, think about patios, decking, garden furniture and BBQs. For the more horticulturally-inclined, incorporate flower beds, greenhouses or vegetable garden designs. Your landscape gardening professional can help you install structures such as sheds, pergolas and gazebos that complement your garden design, and artfully-placed garden ideas such as lawn edging and lighting will add definition to your chosen design.

How do I create a low maintenance garden?

The great news is, gardens aren’t exclusively for the green-fingered. Whether you’re not horticulturally-inclined or simply don’t have the time for a bit of landscape gardening, you can still have a contemporary garden design that looks the way you want by making some smart design choices. While many of us favour low maintenance gardens like urban gardens, roof terraces and patio gardens, lovers of greenery don’t need to sacrifice grass for paving slabs. Whatever you want from your garden, there are a variety of gardening solutions that can be built in to make life easier. For example, labour intensive features such as vegetable patches, greenhouses and flower beds can be optimised with an automatic irrigation system. These can be offset with fuss-free garden ideas such as hard landscaping, including gravel, paving or decking, and hard-wearing evergreens that require minimal upkeep. You might even consider replacing your garden fencing with slow growing hedging, which can be maintained less regularly than wooden fence panels. If having a lawn is important, there are different types of grasses in varying degrees of durability and maintenance. You may choose to take a more relaxed approach to your lawn – “wild” garden designs can have great charm if the grasses and flowers are chosen carefully. If you prefer a manicured lawn, it’s a good idea to invest in a “mulching” lawn mower that will recycle clippings and remove the need for cleaning up. Finally, there isn’t a more low maintenance garden lawn than artificial grass which can look highly realistic and keep your garden looking green. Garden ornaments are a great way to add interest to your low maintenance garden design – go for smart garden ideas such as solar garden lights which are both decorative and functional. Find some of the most popular design ideas on Houzz.
New Build Lake Minnetonka, MN
New Build Lake Minnetonka, MN
yardscapes Inc.yardscapes Inc.
Newly constructed contemporary home on Lake Minnetonka in Orono, MN. This beautifully crafted home featured a custom pool with a travertine stone patio and walkway. The driveway is a combination of pavers in different materials, shapes, and colors.
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