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Contemporary Garden with Decking Ideas and Designs

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Japanese Soaking Tub
Japanese Soaking Tub
Terra Ferma LandscapesTerra Ferma Landscapes
We loved this Japanese soaking tub nestled in a bed of river rocks against the bluestone wall.
Inspiration for a small contemporary back garden wall in San Francisco with decking.
beach courtyards
beach courtyards
Cultivart Landscape DesignCultivart Landscape Design
Peta North
Photo of a small contemporary back full sun garden in Perth with a water feature and decking.
Chevy Chase
Chevy Chase
Behr Construction CompanyBehr Construction Company
Koi pond
Design ideas for a contemporary garden in Los Angeles with decking.
Barnes Garden
Barnes Garden
Tom Howard Garden Design and LandscapingTom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back partial sun garden in London with decking.
Hillside Decks
Hillside Decks
LA-Decks Backyard and Pool RemodelingLA-Decks Backyard and Pool Remodeling
Redwood deck with grey stain on hill with glass railing and redwood posts.
This is an example of a large contemporary back full sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with an outdoor sport court, a retaining wall and decking.
Terraced Garden
Terraced Garden
Belsize GardensBelsize Gardens
This is an example of a contemporary garden in Other with a retaining wall and decking.
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.
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.
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.
Heritage Semi No 1 - Manly
Heritage Semi No 1 - Manly
Archisoul ArchitectsArchisoul Architects
David Taylor Photography
Photo of a contemporary back xeriscape full sun garden in Sydney with decking.
Crestview
Crestview
austin outdoor designaustin outdoor design
Tiltshift Studio
Photo of a contemporary side formal garden in Austin with a pond and decking.
FOUNTAIN VALLEY
FOUNTAIN VALLEY
GARDEN PROSGARDEN PROS
GARDEN PROS
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back xeriscape full sun garden in Orange County with a vegetable patch and decking.
Parkwood Backyard
Parkwood Backyard
United Firm ConstructionUnited Firm Construction
Medium sized contemporary back xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Los Angeles with a vegetable patch and decking.
Elevated Sky Garden Walk
Elevated Sky Garden Walk
Rosemarie Allaire Lighting DesignRosemarie Allaire Lighting Design
Steve Lerum
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary sloped formal full sun garden in Los Angeles with a garden path and decking.
Kentish Town Small Chic Garden
Kentish Town Small Chic Garden
Fork Garden DesignFork Garden Design
Small London garden with fake lawn, cedar fence, plastic decking and minimal planting. Garden also features a space for a BBQ and an outdoor blackboard for the kids to drawn on. Philip Woodburn
Contemporary Penthouse Rooftop Garden - Santa Monica
Contemporary Penthouse Rooftop Garden - Santa Monica
ecocentrix landscape architectureecocentrix landscape architecture
John Feldman | Photographer We had fun designing the suite of hardwood components including: planter boxes, decks, furnishings. The IPE and Steel slatted fence extensions to parapet walls provide privacy while allowing views out.
Hobbs' Ink Westlake Contemporary Remodel
Hobbs' Ink Westlake Contemporary Remodel
Hobbs' Ink, LLCHobbs' Ink, LLC
Rear garden area
Medium sized contemporary back xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Austin with a retaining wall and decking.
Reversing the Flow
Reversing the Flow
Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.
1st place overall winner - Rooftop Garden - Chicago's 2006 "Garden in a City" professional landscape awards
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary roof garden in Chicago with decking.
Boardwalk back garden
Boardwalk back garden
Ivy & BloomIvy & Bloom
This small back garden had more than its share of issues to address. From the narrow angled site, to the slope of the ground, lack of privacy, public drains, aging existing retaining walls and deck, underground electrical wiring, and difficult access, it really had it all! The clients wanted a leafy secluded spot, where they could relax, entertain and feel immersed in nature. They also wanted a small productive area for some herbs and fruit trees. A garden shed was required and a means of access through from the front garden, although privacy was to be important. The old deck was removed and replaced with beautiful vitex decking. This new deck connect the rooms of the house and wraps itself around the house, effectively managing the worst of the slope and creating clear symmetry within the angled boundaries. A central retained bed with a feature flowering cherry tree creates a generous boardwalk and makes the decking feel part of the garden. A privacy screen and considered planting increases privacy. A series of oversize platform stairs lead up to the highest part of the garden, which is filled with raised beds for vegetable and herbs and fruit trees. Generous natural schist stepping stones connect the utility area of the garden to the decked area and meander through the vege garden. The planting is designed to be leafy and green with soft white accents through the season. Beautiful feature trees include Prunus Shimidsu Sakura, Cercis Canadensis and Betula jacquemonti. Summer flowering perennials include gaura, verbena bonariensis, alchemilla mollis, anenome japonica and hydrangea. Photos by Dee McQuillan
Small, low maintenance garden
Small, low maintenance garden
Yorkshire GardensYorkshire Gardens
In this project we aimed to create a stylish garden which was both family friendly and low maintenance. Eco decking was used to create a large contemporary decking area. This composite product is slip resistant and is created using 95% recycled materials so is very eco friendly . This product is extremely low maintenance and long lasting. Rendered flower beds were built and complement the sleek and simple lines of the garden. A simplistic planting scheme has been utilised to add colour. A high quality artificial lawn was laid. This product is a great alternative for those looking for a lawn which will look lush all year round and will with stand children and animals playing on it. The slatted fence runs around the perimeter and adds warmth and texture to the space. Overall this garden is simple yet very slick.

Contemporary Garden with Decking 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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