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Outer Mission Backyard
Outer Mission Backyard
Inside OutInside Out
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back xeriscape garden in San Francisco with a potted garden and concrete paving.
Suhr-Brown
Suhr-Brown
Bliss Garden Design, LLCBliss Garden Design, LLC
Bliss Garden Design
Contemporary garden for autumn in Seattle with a potted garden and gravel.
Coastal Contemporary
Coastal Contemporary
Studio 6 ArchitectsStudio 6 Architects
Inspiration for a large contemporary back xeriscape full sun garden in Orange County with a potted garden and concrete paving.
Moderner Garten "PURISTISCH
Moderner Garten "PURISTISCH
Blum & Scherer Gartendesign und FreiraumplanungBlum & Scherer Gartendesign und Freiraumplanung
Moderner Garten "PURISTISCH" Die große Terrasse mit hochwertigem Holz ist modern dekoriert. Der Übergang zur Rasenfläche wurde durch ein Beet mit Edelschotter und kubische Pflanzkübeln gestaltet, eingefasst mit Cortenstahl. Friedberg, Wetteraukreis Projektjahr: 2009
Camelback Mountain Contemporary | Desert Botanical Garden
Camelback Mountain Contemporary | Desert Botanical Garden
Greey PickettGreey Pickett
This “Arizona Inspired” home draws on some of the couples’ favorite desert inspirations. The architecture honors the Wrightian design of The Arizona Biltmore, the courtyard raised planter beds feature labeled specimen cactus in the style of the Desert Botanical Gardens, and the expansive backyard offers a resort-style pool and cabana with plenty of entertainment space. Additional focal areas of landscape design include an outdoor living room in the front courtyard with custom steel fire trough, a shallow negative-edge fountain, and a rare “nurse tree” that was salvaged from a nearby site, sits in the corner of the courtyard – a unique conversation starter. The wash that runs on either side of the museum-glass hallway is filled with aloes, agaves and cactus. On the far end of the lot, a fire pit surrounded by desert planting offers stunning views both day and night of the Praying Monk rock formation on Camelback Mountain. Project Details: Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett Architect: Higgins Architects Builder: GM Hunt Builders Landscape Contractor: Benhart Landscaping Interior Designer: Kitchell Brusnighan Interior Design Photography: Chris Loomis
Contemporary Landscape
Contemporary Landscape
Small contemporary front partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with a potted garden and natural stone paving.
Custom Block Wall
Custom Block Wall
OC WEST LandscapeOC WEST Landscape
Photo of a medium sized contemporary front formal full sun garden in Orange County with a potted garden.
Container Gardens
Container Gardens
Table2GardenTable2Garden
Even small spaces need great design. Container and small space gardens - decks, alcoves and patios are all great spots to "green" up with planted pots. Add color, texture and warmth to your small spaces - or drama to a large space - with a well-designed container. Birdbaths, fountains, troughs and more make great containers. Irrigation can be run to your containers or Oyas (water vessels) can be planted in the containers to provide irrigation and to keep your plants healthy.
Henderson Bay
Henderson Bay
Reikow Landscape DesignReikow Landscape Design
RCMedia
Medium sized contemporary front formal garden in Seattle with a potted garden and mulch.
Modern Garden with a rustic twist
Modern Garden with a rustic twist
Yorkshire GardensYorkshire Gardens
Within this garden we wanted to create a space which was not only on numerous levels, but also had various points of interest. This garden is on a slope, but is also very wide. Firstly, we broke up the space by using rustic sleepers to create several raised beds,as well as steps which lead to differennt zones. This helps to give the garden a more traditional, country edge. The sleepers were also used to create a winding path through out the garden, marrying together the various areas. The path leads up to the impressive sunburst pergola and circular stone patio. This is the perfect spot to view the whole garden. At the other end of the garden another pergola sits amougnst a bustling flower bed, and will be used to train vining flowers. Along the back wall of the garden a raised bed is home to a stunning display of wildflower. This plot is not only a fabulous riot of colour and full of rustic charm, but it also attracts a whole host of insects and animals. While wildflowers looks great they are also very low maintenance. Mixed gravel has been used to create a variety of texture. This surface is intermittently dotted with colour with lemon thyme, red hot pokers and foxgloves. Stone has been used to create a warm and welcoming patio area. Flower beds at the front of the garden can be used for veg and other leafy plants. Overall we have created a country style with a very contemporary twist through the use of gravel, modern shape and structural landscaping.
RHS Chelsea Flower Show Garden 2
RHS Chelsea Flower Show Garden 2
Chris SnookChris Snook
Photo: Chris Snook © 2016 Houzz
Inspiration for a large contemporary formal garden wall in London with a potted garden.
Bowden House
Bowden House
Aralia: Innovation in Landscape DesignAralia: Innovation in Landscape Design
A courtyard garden in Cheshire. The garden features rendered walls with raised slatted cedar fencing, box balls, modern planting in a contemporary design, differing levels and climbers. The garden is used to relax and to entertain.
Tustin - Mid-Century Modern Remodel
Tustin - Mid-Century Modern Remodel
Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.
Photo of a large contemporary back garden in Orange County with a potted garden.
Monaco Planter (L20" X W20" X H20")
Monaco Planter (L20" X W20" X H20")
DecorproDecorpro
MONACO PLANTER (L20” X W20” X H20”) Planters Product Dimensions (IN): L20” X W20” X H20” Product Weight (LB): 26.6 Product Dimensions (CM): L51 X W51 X H51 Product Weight (KG): 12 Monaco Planter (L20” X W20” X H20”) is a contemporary, curvaceous, shapely planter, designed to help achieve planter perfection in the home and the garden. Weatherproof and with a lifetime warranty, this planter is for green thumbs who desire the look of a hassle-free, worry-free garden, indoors and outdoors, throughout the year. Exuding the elegance and confidence of a princess, Monaco emits a richness worthy of a luxurious landscape or a grand entrance, without compromising practicality. Comprising an ultra durable, food-grade, polymer-based fiberglass resin, Monaco is made for modern mansions and traditional homes. The modern Monaco’s durable construction makes it resilient, also, to any weather conditions—rain, snow, sleet, hail, and sun—as well as to the everyday wear and tear of any indoor or outdoor setting. Available in 43 colours, Monaco is a match to any setting in any season. By Decorpro Home + Garden. Each sold separately. Materials: Fiberglass resin Gel coat (custom colours) All Planters are custom made to order. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery. Made in Canada ABOUT PLANTER WARRANTY ANTI-SHOCK WEATHERPROOF DRAINAGE HOLES AND PLUGS INNER LIP LIGHTWEIGHT
Perry/Pomranky
Perry/Pomranky
UserUser
Steve Smith, ImaginePhotographic
Inspiration for a contemporary garden in Portland with a potted garden.
Doheny Estates
Doheny Estates
Foundation Landscape DesignFoundation Landscape Design
Contemporary sloped garden in Los Angeles with a potted garden and gravel.
Planters
Planters
BLUE Renovation & LandscapeBLUE Renovation & Landscape
Design ideas for a contemporary back garden in Austin with a potted garden.
Crown Heights Roof Deck
Crown Heights Roof Deck
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
The sunset looks good on you, Brooklyn! This Brooklyn roof deck redesign in Crown Heights included new deck tiles, a custom kitchen and bench, and a container garden in fiberglass planters. The plantings include white multi-stem birch trees, caryopteris, and gold sweetflag grasses. The plantings are illuminated at night by low-voltage LED up-lights.
La terrasse de l'Abbé Grégoire
La terrasse de l'Abbé Grégoire
Kevin Clare - PaysagisteKevin Clare - Paysagiste
L' hémérocalle et l'arbre Judée
Photo of a small contemporary roof full sun garden for summer in Paris with a potted garden and decking.
Maple Close, Epsom
Maple Close, Epsom
GDL LondonGDL London
Large contemporary back formal full sun garden for summer in London with a potted garden and natural stone paving.

Contemporary Garden with a Potted 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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