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Midcentury Garden Ideas and Designs

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Los Gatos Garden
Los Gatos Garden
studio M MERGEstudio M MERGE
Private layered green garden with stone, concrete and decomposed granite. The garden provides an intimate seating area adjacent to the family room - indoor outdoor living. Home design/renovation by Klopf Architecture. Acacia Cousin Itt, Lomandra 'Platinum Beauty', Dianella and no mow lawn create part of the overall planting palette.
Chicago Northern Suburbs Contemporary Ranch
Chicago Northern Suburbs Contemporary Ranch
Reveal Design LLCReveal Design LLC
This front yard had to also act as a clients back yard. The existing back yard is a ravine, so there is little room to functionally use it. This created a design element to create a sense of space/privacy while also allowing the Mid Century Modern Architecture to shine through. (and keep the feel of a front yard) We used concrete walls to break up the rooms, and guide people into the front entrance. We added IPE details on the wall and planters to soften the concrete, and Ore Inc aluminum containers with a rust finish to frame the entrance. The Aspen trees break the horizontal plane and are lit up at night, further defining the front yard. All the trees are on color lights and have the ability to change at the click of a button for both holidays, and seasonal accents. The slate chip beds keep the bed lines clean and clearly define the planting ares versus the lawn areas. The walkway is one monolithic pour that mimics the look of large scale pavers, with the added function of smooth,set-in-place, concrete.
Mid-century Modern Now
Mid-century Modern Now
Robert Leeper LandscapesRobert Leeper Landscapes
Ed Lehmann
Design ideas for a midcentury front xeriscape garden in Austin.
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Roland Terry House
Roland Terry House
Gardens by Jeffrey BaleGardens by Jeffrey Bale
Design ideas for a retro garden in Other.
Eichler 2
Eichler 2
Envision Landscape StudioEnvision Landscape Studio
Design ideas for a retro garden in San Francisco.
Vista Del Valle
Vista Del Valle
Blue Sierra Landscape ConstructionBlue Sierra Landscape Construction
Retro garden steps in San Francisco.
Boulder Modern Ranch
Boulder Modern Ranch
re:architecturere:architecture
Entry that links front and back, living and sleeping areas, with large pivot door
Midcentury garden in Denver.
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Grounded - Richard Risner RLA, ASLAGrounded - Richard Risner RLA, ASLA
Inspiration for a medium sized retro back xeriscape full sun garden in San Diego with a fireplace.
Past Projects
Past Projects
Jacklyn Curry DesignJacklyn Curry Design
The inspiration for this garden design came from the desire to utilize the owner’s 30-year-old collection of potted succulents. A generous and welcoming entry walkway consisting of various sized concrete pads was connected with ribbons of gravel, creating distinct planting areas for several species of agave, aloe, and other succulents. The predominantly blue-grey color of the plants has a cooling effect on the garden. (c) 2017 Jacklyn Curry Designs
Mid-Century River House
Mid-Century River House
CARBO Landscape ArchitectureCARBO Landscape Architecture
Outdoor Kitchen and Living Space
Midcentury back garden in New Orleans.
Eichler Texture and Color
Eichler Texture and Color
Terralinda DesignTerralinda Design
Inspiration for a retro garden in San Francisco.
Valley Club Mid-Century
Valley Club Mid-Century
DD Ford ConstructionDD Ford Construction
Jim Bartsch Photography
Inspiration for a large retro back full sun garden in Santa Barbara with a garden path and concrete paving.
Shangrila - Marin County, CA
Shangrila - Marin County, CA
BK Interior DesignBK Interior Design
Photo by: Airyka Rockefeller
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury side garden in San Francisco with decking.
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Elton Lane Residence
Elton Lane Residence
Studio BalconesStudio Balcones
Drought-tolerant plantings with gravel mulch. Photography by Lars Frazer
Photo of a medium sized midcentury front partial sun garden in Austin with gravel.
Stephenson project
Stephenson project
Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior DesignParadise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
Retro garden in Portland.
Desert Pool & Spa Landscaping Retreat
Desert Pool & Spa Landscaping Retreat
Kancun Pools & SpasKancun Pools & Spas
Inspiration for a midcentury front driveway full sun garden in Los Angeles.
Mid-century Modern Now
Mid-century Modern Now
Robert Leeper LandscapesRobert Leeper Landscapes
Ed Lehmann
This is an example of a retro garden in Austin.

Midcentury 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.
Outdoor Entertaining - Poolside
Outdoor Entertaining - Poolside
Lisa Parramore – Harrell Design + BuildLisa Parramore – Harrell Design + Build
A concrete wall in eggplant-colored stucco with built-in seating creates an outdoor room for entertaining poolside.
Design ideas for a medium sized retro back garden in San Francisco with a potted garden.
Bonifield Residence
Bonifield Residence
Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape ArchitectureJeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture
Photo of a midcentury garden in San Luis Obispo with a retaining wall.
Lagom Residence
Lagom Residence
CB Architecture + DesignCB Architecture + Design
Eric Rorer
Large midcentury back partial sun garden in San Francisco with a climbing frame.
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