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Christine Wilkie Garden DesignThis small, north-east facing garden, measuring around 100 m2, was in need of a complete transformation to bring it into line with the owner's interior style and the desire for an outdoor room experience. A series of bi-folding doors led out to a relatively small patio and raised lawn area. The objective was to create a design that would maximise the space, making it feel much larger and provide usable areas that the owners could enjoy throughout the day as the sun moves around the garden. An asymmetrical design with different focal points and material contrasts was deployed to achieve the impression of a larger, yet still harmonious, space.
The overall garden style was Japanese-inspired with pared back hard landscaping materials and plants with interesting foliage and texture, such as Acers, Prunus serrula cherry tree, cloud pruned Ilex crenata, clumping bamboo and Japanese grasses featuring throughout the garden's wide borders. A new lower terrace was extended across the full width of the garden to allow the space to be fully used for morning coffee and afternoon dining. Porcelain tiles with an aged wood effect were used to clad a new retaining wall and step risers, with limestone-effect porcelain tiles used for the lower terrace. New steps were designed to create an attractive transition from the lower to the upper level where the previous lawn was completely removed in favour of a second terrace using the same low-maintenance wood effect porcelain tiles.
A raised bed constructed in black timber sleepers was installed to deal with ground level changes at the upper level, while at the lower level another raised bed provides an attractive retaining edge backfilled with bamboo. New fencing was installed and painted black, a nod to the Japanese shou sugi ban method of charring wood to maintain it. Finally, a combination of carefully chosen outdoor furniture, garden statuary and bespoke planters complete the look. Discrete garden lighting set into the steps, retaining wall and house walls create a soft ambient lighting in which to sit and enjoy the garden after dark.
Harry Holding StudioPlanting in the back garden for an innovative property in Fulham Cemetery - the house featured on Channel 4's Grand Designs in January 2021. The design had to enhance the relationship with the bold, contemporary architecture and open up a dialogue with the wild green space beyond its boundaries. Seen here in summer, the planting is a base of evergreen textures punctuated with long flowering perennials.
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Designscapes Colorado Inc.This is an example of a contemporary back full sun garden in Denver with a pathway and natural stone paving.
RMT Design GroupInspiration for a contemporary back xeriscape full sun garden in Orange County with a rockery and concrete paving.
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCThese Queen Anne homeowners had completely remodeled their home and were looking for a low maintenance, enjoyable yard that would accentuate their views and provide outdoor space for their dogs. Another important goal was to attract birds and pollinators to the garden, in part for photographic opportunities. A series of Corten planters create planting space along the back property line while leaving plenty of room for artificial turf that the family dogs can enjoy. A recirculating urn water feature creates a pleasant sound, a focal point and most importantly, attracts birds to the garden. Privacy screens designed using OutDeco panels create interest on both sides and focus views to the mountains in the background. Front and backyards were completely redesigned for ease of maintenance.
Conscious Environments Inc.This gorgeous contemporary Spanish style entry is accented with Spanish tiles, white precast concrete, synthetic lawn, and pottery w/ succulents.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary front xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Orange County with a potted garden and concrete paving.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary front xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Orange County with a potted garden and concrete paving.
Tom Howard Garden Design and LandscapingInspiration for a medium sized contemporary back garden in London.
Andrew Goodwin DesignsInspiration for a medium sized contemporary front garden in San Luis Obispo with a fire feature.
Kath Baggaley Garden DesignThe gloriously soft burgundy grass on the right is pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum'. The tree on the left is a Jacaranda which was planted as an advanced tree at around 2m tall and has filled out beautifully.
Emma O'Connell Garden DesignA bespoke cedar bench with in-built storage sits on a patio laid with stretcher bond clay pavers. A cedar trellis provides privacy, and built-in raised beds allows for climbing plants and specimen shrubs.
Arthur Road LandscapesA garden on a steep slope has been terraced to provide a large lawn, wildflower meadows on the slopes, terraces for tables and seating and planting that includes fruit trees.
FormLA LandscapingA little splashing is a good thing here, as fragrant White Sage and delicate Lilac Verbena will enjoy the drink!
Inspiration for a large contemporary back xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Los Angeles with a waterfall, concrete paving and a stone fence.
Inspiration for a large contemporary back xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Los Angeles with a waterfall, concrete paving and a stone fence.
Olea Landscapes Ltdcedar fencing, garden lighting, porcelain paving with bullnose steps. outdoor kitchen with granite worktop, cedar gate and bin store
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back full sun garden for spring in London with a wood fence.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back full sun garden for spring in London with a wood fence.
Contemporary Garden Ideas and Designs
Emma O'Connell Garden DesignShade-loving Fatsia among ferns.
This is an example of a contemporary garden in London.
This is an example of a contemporary garden in London.
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