Modern Garden Ideas and Designs

Seating area with large built-in bench seating and boulder fire pit
Seating area with large built-in bench seating and boulder fire pit
June Scott DesignJune Scott Design
Rock outcroppings make a striking background for new lounge areas in this compact Los Angeles hillside garden. Working with the attributes of the site, we added native plants to drape over the stone, and converted hollowed stone planters into a firepit and water feature. New built-in seating and a cozy hammock complete the relaxing space, and dramatic lighting makes it come alive at night. Photo by Martin Cox Photography.
OC Landscape Project
OC Landscape Project
OC WEST  LandscapeOC WEST Landscape
Modern landscape with simple and clean pool
This is an example of a large modern back xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Orange County with concrete paving.
Casa Sonoma
Casa Sonoma
Reyes Landscape ConstructionReyes Landscape Construction
Small modern back formal full sun garden for spring in San Francisco with gravel.
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MODERN BACKYARD REMODEL
MODERN BACKYARD REMODEL
Envy Landscape Design Inc.Envy Landscape Design Inc.
Medium sized modern back xeriscape full sun garden in San Diego with a water feature and concrete paving.
Rosedale Modern Courtyard
Rosedale Modern Courtyard
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
This duplex has a very modern aesthetic with focuses on clean lines and metal accents. However, the front courtyard was undeveloped and uninviting. We worked with the client to tie the courtyard and the property together by adding clean, monochromatic details with a heavy focus on texture. The main goal of this project was to add a low-maintenance outdoor living space that was an extension of the home. The small space and harsh sun exposure limited the plant pallet, but we were able to use lush plant material to maximize the space. A monochromatic pallet makes for a perfect backdrop for focal points and key pieces. The circular fire-pit was used to break up the 90 degree angles of the space, and also played off the round pottery.
Beltran House, South Park, Parsons Green
Beltran House, South Park, Parsons Green
Jo Cowen ArchitectsJo Cowen Architects
This project involved a complete back to brick refurbishment and 100 metre square enlargement of this Fulham terraced house. The property had not been modernised in 50 years and the practice managed the project from initial design, through planning, tender, construction and fit out. The kitchen was extended to the side and rear in order to create an enormous 45 square metre room where children could play, adults could cook and the whole family could be together. This allowed the formality of the front rooms to be preserved as ‘toy free’, with a grand entrance hall exemplified by the Georgian circular hall table, enclosed drawing room and limestone fireplaces to cater for the parents once little ones were asleep. Four bedrooms and three bathrooms were carved into the upstairs to include a decadent master bedroom with walk through wardrobes and master en-suite. Element 7 flooring, 18th century antiques and Colefax & Fowler furnishings are combined elegantly with collected art pieces and personal family mementos. Stats & Fittings: Triple Glazing, Full U/F Heating, Integrated Sonos, CAT 6 Cabling, LED Lighting, Farrow & Ball, Neptune, Element 7, Stone Age, Nina Burgess Carpets, Neptune Kitchen, Lefroy Brooks, Miele, Alternative Bathrooms, English Fireplaces of Distinction
Stainless water fountain
Stainless water fountain
Exterior Worlds Landscaping & DesignExterior Worlds Landscaping & Design
Design ideas for a small modern side full sun garden in Houston with a water feature and decking.
Modern Concrete Front Walk - Mequon
Modern Concrete Front Walk - Mequon
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
Soft textures of ornamental grasses and perennials line the front walk. Erickson Digital Studio
Medium sized modern front full sun garden for autumn in Milwaukee with a garden path.
Jones Residence
Jones Residence
Rose in Bloom GardensRose in Bloom Gardens
Walt Jones
Design ideas for a modern garden in Los Angeles.
Modern Urban Warmth, Capitol Hill
Modern Urban Warmth, Capitol Hill
SCJ Studio Landscape ArchitectureSCJ Studio Landscape Architecture
Our client built a striking new home on the east slope of Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. To complement the clean lines of the facade we designed a simple, elegant landscape that sets off the home rather than competing with the bold architecture. Soft grasses offer contrast to the natural stone veneer, perennials brighten the mood, and planters add a bit of whimsy to the arrival sequence. On either side of the main entry, roof runoff is dramatically routed down the face of the home in steel troughs to biofilter planters faced in stone. Around the back of the home, a small “leftover” space was transformed into a cozy patio terrace with bluestone slabs and crushed granite underfoot. A view down into, or across the back patio area provides a serene foreground to the beautiful views to Lake Washington beyond. Collaborating with Thielsen Architects provided the owners with a sold design team--working together with one voice to build their dream home. Photography by Miranda Estes
Concrete water fountain
Concrete water fountain
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
Sideyard modern water feature. The fountain is located off the living room window to enjoy from both the living area and kitchen. Concrete stepping pads extend over the fountain and into the artificial turf area in the rear yard. Succulents and grasses are planted throughout the yard.
Custom Fences
Custom Fences
LandArc Landscaping & DesignLandArc Landscaping & Design
A galvanized corrugated metal fence reflects horizontal lines of the house siding. The sheen of galvanized metal creates a clean, modern edge to the landscape, softened by the cedar wood frame. LandArc Landscaping & Design "We DESIGN It... We BUILD It!" Photography by Jamie Whitney
Brownstone Backyard Landscape Design & Bluestone Patio
Brownstone Backyard Landscape Design & Bluestone Patio
Dragonetti Brothers LandscapesDragonetti Brothers Landscapes
This is an example of a small modern back driveway full sun garden for autumn in New York with natural stone paving and a potted garden.
Mid-Century Modern Backyard
Mid-Century Modern Backyard
UserUser
This is a small in-town backyard designed to have a mid-century modern look. The stepping stones are poured concrete. The turf is artificial, as is the the green vine material in the fence panels. The slit in the white stucco wall is a spillway for a waterfall, which empties into the pond below and then recirculates. An elevated concrete patio is behind the waterfall. The original design was by Eric King but this design was modified and built by Botanica Atlanta.
Dimensional Flagstone Paths and Patios
Dimensional Flagstone Paths and Patios
Avid Landscape Management LLCAvid Landscape Management LLC
A clean and efficient side path in Ballard. The concrete slabs are Abbottsford Texada (natural color), 24" x 24".
Design ideas for a small modern side fully shaded garden in Seattle with a garden path and concrete paving.
Mid-Century Vibe Front Yard - Bayside
Mid-Century Vibe Front Yard - Bayside
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
Planting beds of slate chip add a "zen" feel while complementing the colors and style of the home. Ribbons of beach pebbles in a coordinating color carry the linear theme throughout. Westhauser Photography
Entry Steps to hillside home by MGS architetcure
Entry Steps to hillside home by MGS architetcure
MGS ArchitectureMGS Architecture
concrete , steps, exterior, slope, exterior recess lights Barry Schwartz Photography
This is an example of a modern sloped garden in Los Angeles.
Potrero Hill Lookout
Potrero Hill Lookout
Seed Studio Landscape DesignSeed Studio Landscape Design
photo by Seed Studio, editing by TR PhotoStudio
Inspiration for a small modern back xeriscape full sun garden in San Francisco with gravel and a fire feature.
Bainbridge Residence
Bainbridge Residence
Wittman Estes LandscapeWittman Estes Landscape
photo by grant wilds
Design ideas for a modern garden in Seattle.

Modern Garden Ideas and Designs

Twin Peaks Modern
Twin Peaks Modern
The Garden Route CompanyThe Garden Route Company
A remodeled entry courtyard garden with modern accents. The Garden Route Co designed and built the entry garden and courtyard along with custom outdoor furniture and metal water feature. Photos by Rich Radford
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