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Less Is More.....Unless It's A Bore
Less Is More.....Unless It's A Bore
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
Succulents, shamrock plants and ground cover provide an interesting summer combination in the contemporary container.
Photo of a large midcentury front partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with a potted garden and natural stone paving.
Top Award Winning Project Mid-Century Modern in Bath, Ohio
Top Award Winning Project Mid-Century Modern in Bath, Ohio
LWB Design Landscape ArchitectureLWB Design Landscape Architecture
Inspiration for a midcentury garden steps in Cleveland.
Midcentury Modern Landscape Design Ideas
Midcentury Modern Landscape Design Ideas
Stardust Modern DesignStardust Modern Design
Palm Springs Modernist Desert Landscape Design Idea. Midcentury Modern Landscape Design Ideas with the Spindel Planter from Stardust.com and poured-in-place concrete circles. Perfect for modern houses in the manner of Richard Neutra, Donald Wexler, Eichler, Cliff May and such and a perfect fit for mid-century modern interiors in the style of Charles & Ray Eames and George Nelson. The classic mid-century modern steel house in Palm Springs is Brian McGuire's prefabricated steel house in Palm Springs, California, designed in 1961 by architects Donald Wexler and Ric Harrison. Pictured in front is the mid century modern Spindel Planter designed by Anton Bee and Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland and available exclusively from http://www.stardust.com/planterpots.html
Mid-Century Ranch | Rear Yard View of Home
Mid-Century Ranch | Rear Yard View of Home
Greey PickettGreey Pickett
The renovation of this Mid-Century Ranch features the reintroduction of native plant species highlighted with steel planters, steppingstones, a ramada and small fountain. Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett Architect: Clint Miller Architect General Contractor: Sonora Sunset Construction Landscape Contractor: West Point Landscaping Photography: Steve Thompson
Allan Point
Allan Point
Reikow Landscape DesignReikow Landscape Design
This is an example of a midcentury front driveway garden in Seattle.
Beaumaris Project – A Holistic Approach Delivers A Healthy Home.
Beaumaris Project – A Holistic Approach Delivers A Healthy Home.
UserUser
Catherine Bailey
This is an example of a medium sized retro courtyard fully shaded garden for summer in Melbourne with a water feature and decking.
Stevens Residence
Stevens Residence
Vitus Mataré & Associates, Inc.Vitus Mataré & Associates, Inc.
Photo: Tom Hofer
Design ideas for a large midcentury back garden in Los Angeles with a vegetable patch.
Front Yard
Front Yard
KristinKristin
Turf removal front yard with drought tolerant design and adding courtyard
Inspiration for a medium sized retro courtyard xeriscape full sun garden for spring in Los Angeles with a garden path, gravel and a wood fence.
Rear Courtyard
Rear Courtyard
CplusC Architects + BuildersCplusC Architects + Builders
The new extension connects the house to a large outdoor courtyard which often accommodates afternoon family crickets.
This is an example of a retro garden in Sydney.
Hillside stair with custom rail and lighting
Hillside stair with custom rail and lighting
BE Landscape DesignBE Landscape Design
Custom built for fire resistance. Board formed concrete seating and patio. Color added to blend into the existing granite hillside. Salt finish adds texture to camouflage into the surroundings. Custom metal pergola and under bench lighting add to the uniqueness of this hilltop hangout.
Wasser im Garten und auf der Terrasse.
Wasser im Garten und auf der Terrasse.
Rinn Beton- und NatursteinRinn Beton- und Naturstein
Der Quellsteinbrunnen als Blickfang im Outdoorbereich. Leichter Aufbau und leichte Pflege. Als Komplettset erhätlich. Farblich und gestalterisch abgestimmt auf Sitzblöcke, Pflastersteine und Stufen.
Broadview Mid-Century
Broadview Mid-Century
Olander Garden DesignOlander Garden Design
Photo of a retro garden in Seattle.
Past Projects
Past Projects
Jacklyn Curry DesignJacklyn Curry Design
The addition of bold yet simple architectural details - a series of four "spider legs" inspired by the iconic mid-century architect, Richard Neutra, added drama and definition to the new front entry. Low ground cover softens the new concrete step pads, while colorful succulents and flowering plants replaced the thirsty lawn, providing a dynamic and easy-care front garden. (c) 2017 Jacklyn Curry Design
Mid-Century Vibe Front Yard - Bayside
Mid-Century Vibe Front Yard - Bayside
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
The front entrance as seen through Molinia arundinacea 'Skyracer.' Westhauser Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury front xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Milwaukee with natural stone paving and a garden path.
Seat Wall and Night Lighting in SW Portland
Seat Wall and Night Lighting in SW Portland
Drake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden CenterDrake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden Center
It's simply amazing how different an outdoor space can look in a matter of hours. ...and low-voltage night lighting is a simple add-on to most outdoor living environments. Photography by: Joe Hollowell
Alexandria Mid-Century
Alexandria Mid-Century
Horn & Co. (Previously JHLA)Horn & Co. (Previously JHLA)
This is an example of a midcentury garden in DC Metro.
Sunset Terrace
Sunset Terrace
John CoteJohn Cote
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury front xeriscape full sun garden in San Luis Obispo with a retaining wall and concrete paving.
Hollywood Hills
Hollywood Hills
Somerset AssociatesSomerset Associates
Pool renovation, concrete work, decking, fire pit, water feature, irrigation, planting, lighting
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury xeriscape full sun garden in Los Angeles with decking.
Rooftop Retreat
Rooftop Retreat
Landscape Design West, LLCLandscape Design West, LLC
Low water high impact patio garden landscape. Colorful succulents and plants that attract hummingbirds. Night lighting created a magical effect in this rooftop garden. Hardscape using concrete with floating deck and steps. Corten planters and steel cable handrail create a secure barrier while keeping views open and airy. Tucson city view from the Catalina Foothills.
Mid-Century Modern Beach House
Mid-Century Modern Beach House
Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D LandscapingWildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping
Photo of a small midcentury front xeriscape partial sun garden in San Francisco with a pathway and gravel.

Midcentury Blue Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury front garden design.

How should I design my midcentury 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 midcentury 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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