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Contemporary Garden Ideas and Designs

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Montcalm Street
Montcalm Street
Rossington ArchitectureRossington Architecture
This is an example of a contemporary garden in San Francisco.
Cupertino 2
Cupertino 2
Envision Landscape StudioEnvision Landscape Studio
Design ideas for a contemporary pergola in San Francisco.
Penfield Renovation
Penfield Renovation
HausDesign Studio LLCHausDesign Studio LLC
Photo of a contemporary garden seating in Tampa.
Contemporary Cedar Fencing with patio and steps
Contemporary Cedar Fencing with patio and steps
The Contemporary Fencing CompanyThe Contemporary Fencing Company
Contemporary Cedar Slatted fencing walongside a modern white stone patio and steps. Lights on the fencing brighten the space at night.
Photo of a contemporary garden in Kent.
Red Hill
Red Hill
UserUser
Photo of a contemporary partial sun pergola in Melbourne with decking.
Garden Lounge
Garden Lounge
Amazon Landscaping and Garden DesignAmazon Landscaping and Garden Design
Garden Lounge Design in Urban Townhouse near Dublin City Centre. Bespoke Hardwood fencing gives wall extensions creating instant privacy. Landscape Design by Edward Cullen Amazon Landscaping and Garden Design mALCI Amazonlandscaping.ie 014060004
Berkeley Home
Berkeley Home
Charles Debbas ArchitectureCharles Debbas Architecture
Design ideas for a contemporary back fully shaded raised pond in San Francisco.
Greenpoint Secret Garden
Greenpoint Secret Garden
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
Photo of a small contemporary back private full sun garden in New York with decking.
Hitchin Barn Garden
Hitchin Barn Garden
Amanda Broughton Garden DesignAmanda Broughton Garden Design
Contemporary back full sun pergola for spring in London with gravel.
Private Residence
Private Residence
Stepstone, Inc.Stepstone, Inc.
Design ideas for a contemporary back private garden in Orange County with concrete paving.
My Houzz: A Dream Home Grows From an Empty Austin Lot
My Houzz: A Dream Home Grows From an Empty Austin Lot
Kara MosherKara Mosher
Kara Mosher © 2012 Houzz
Inspiration for a contemporary back garden in Austin.
The Great Canadian Landscaping Company
The Great Canadian Landscaping Company
The Great Canadian Landscaping Company Ltd.The Great Canadian Landscaping Company Ltd.
Photo Credit: Chris O'Donohue
Photo of a large contemporary back partial sun pergola in Vancouver with concrete paving.
Pure Cube Saunas 880 with Shower
Pure Cube Saunas 880 with Shower
Oasis Hot Tub & Sauna of New EnglandOasis Hot Tub & Sauna of New England
The Pure Cube CU580 Outdoor Sauna is a charming and sophisticated design that features 3 large window panels on the front wall and the door on either the left or right side wall. Create a calm and relaxing atmosphere with the optional semi-privacy panels that still have the double pane glass with a fixed cedar grill on the outside. The Pure Cube CU580 Sauna comes in easy to assemble wall and roof panels with a full cedar floor and EPDM rubber roof. This model comes with your choice of electric heater or Harvia M3 Wood Burning Heater and is spaciously designed to comfortably sit up to 5 adults. Relax and rejuvenate with your family or friends in this clean and modern Pure Cube Sauna kit.
Los Altos, CA - Lundy Ln.
Los Altos, CA - Lundy Ln.
M. Designs ArchitectsM. Designs Architects
An After look of this contemporary style home where the exterior has been completely transformed and made new,
Photo of a large contemporary back partial sun garden steps in San Francisco with decking.
2020 Gold & Landscape Design of the Year Awards, Residential Design - COS Design
2020 Gold & Landscape Design of the Year Awards, Residential Design - COS Design
LDI (Landscape Design Institute)LDI (Landscape Design Institute)
Design ideas for a contemporary garden steps in Sydney.
Blending Contemporary Simplicity with Classic Elegance
Blending Contemporary Simplicity with Classic Elegance
Elemental Design GroupElemental Design Group
Small pergola area with outdoor grill and kitchen.
This is an example of a large contemporary back formal partial sun pergola for spring in San Francisco with concrete paving and a wood fence.
Fence at Suburban Oasis
Fence at Suburban Oasis
Princeton Design CollaborativePrinceton Design Collaborative
Garden allee path with copper pipe trellis Photo by: Jeffrey Edward Tryon of PDC
Design ideas for a small contemporary courtyard formal fully shaded garden for summer in Philadelphia with gravel.
Atherton Complex
Atherton Complex
Blue Sierra Landscape ConstructionBlue Sierra Landscape Construction
New landscape remodel, include concrete, lighting, outdoor living space and drought resistant planting.
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary back xeriscape full sun garden for spring in San Francisco with a fire feature, decomposed granite and a wood fence.
2 Bedroom Holland Park Flat
2 Bedroom Holland Park Flat
Ray Dowling PhotographyRay Dowling Photography
Raymond Dowling
Contemporary back garden in London.
BGH RESIDENCE
BGH RESIDENCE
Tate Studio ArchitectsTate Studio Architects
Entry feature creates a dramatic welcome. Architect – Tate Studio Architects; Interiors – Sue White Design; Builder – Full Circle Custom Homes; Photographer – CJ Gershon Photography; Landscape - Desert Foothills Landscape.

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.
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