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Suburban Modern with Pool
Suburban Modern with Pool
Little Miracles DesignsLittle Miracles Designs
In a suburb less than 3 miles from Manhattan an old house underwent a major facelift. I had a good fortune of being invited to participate on the garden design and installation. In the front a simple corten steel frame lifts an arrangement of Carex Pensilvanica, that will mature into a lawn that will not need mowing. Playful clusters of Boxwoods add structure and winter interest.
Multi Tiered Stone Flower Bed
Multi Tiered Stone Flower Bed
Bella Terra Landscape DesignBella Terra Landscape Design
This is an elegant multi tiered austin chop stone flowerbed border with a lueder slab. It is complemented by glazed pottery, and water color pansies.
Design ideas for a modern garden in Dallas.
A side return large enough for a garden.
A side return large enough for a garden.
Sprout UpSprout Up
Round the corner a bespoke floating bench sits over a pebble shadow with lighting underneath.
Design ideas for a small modern back formal full sun garden for summer in London with a living wall and gravel.
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Menlo Park, California
Menlo Park, California
Taproot Garden DesignTaproot Garden Design
Patrick & Topaze McCaffery - Taproot Garden Design
Small modern back xeriscape full sun garden for summer in San Francisco.
The Lachman Residence
The Lachman Residence
Studio H2OStudio H2O
Design ideas for a large modern front driveway full sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete paving.
Contemporary Backyard Retreat, Hunts Point
Contemporary Backyard Retreat, Hunts Point
SCJ Studio Landscape ArchitectureSCJ Studio Landscape Architecture
An existing home on Hunts Point was in need of a landscape renovation. Project Groundwork transformed the existing, uneven and small pool terrace from “afterthought” to an expansive outdoor amenity oasis with a built in gas firepit, ipe deck on a single level, and included a new privacy fence, raised corten steel planters and dramatic lighting. A new side garden with play lawn for the kids included raised cedar planting beds, crushed granite steel edged walkways, lighting and thoughtful planting. Photo: Andrew Webb
Residential Projects
Residential Projects
UserUser
Photo of a medium sized modern front xeriscape full sun garden for spring in Jacksonville with mulch.
Los Feliz Modern Oasis
Los Feliz Modern Oasis
Becky Bourdeau Designs IncBecky Bourdeau Designs Inc
Shirak Agresta; Sidney Michael; Annette Gutierrez; Becky Bourdeau
This is an example of a small modern back xeriscape full sun garden in Los Angeles with a water feature and gravel.
Modern Woodland Hideaway
Modern Woodland Hideaway
City Garden CompanyCity Garden Company
A great example of how a compact backyard can be turned into a beautiful outdoor haven. With a creative approach, this small space now boasts all the main features on the client's wish list: pergola, gas fire pit, water feature and covered patio area. The square, horizontal/vertical layout gives a modern feel, which is merges with its wooded surroundings thanks to a combination of wood, brick, stone and slate. The height of the pergola frames the landscape and creates a cosy atmosphere under the surrounding tall trees. Kristin Karch
Upper East Side Coop Streetscape
Upper East Side Coop Streetscape
UserUser
This is an example of a medium sized modern front formal partial sun garden in New York with concrete paving.
Complete Landscape Remodel
Complete Landscape Remodel
Prime Gardens IncPrime Gardens Inc
This Los Angeles backyard installation includes: New custom-built poured concrete sports court surrounded by mulch ground cover and new drought tolerant planting with drip line irrigation and spaced concrete pad pathway.
Jardin moderne
Jardin moderne
Jardins de VendéeJardins de Vendée
Aménagement de la partie avant du jardin avec un accès garage et porte d'entrée en béton poreux gris. Les conifères fastigiés et les bandes de massifs apportent une dynamique à l'ensemble. Anthony BESSONNIER
Artificial Grass Liquidators Installations
Artificial Grass Liquidators Installations
Artificial Grass LiquidatorsArtificial Grass Liquidators
Inspiration for a modern garden in Los Angeles.
Modern Long Beach Drought Tolerant Design
Modern Long Beach Drought Tolerant Design
California Landscape ConstructionCalifornia Landscape Construction
Dan Solomon
Medium sized modern front xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a potted garden and concrete paving.
Folsom Street
Folsom Street
North Bay Construction, LLCNorth Bay Construction, LLC
Clay Seibert
Design ideas for a large modern back garden in San Francisco with a living wall.
Danforth backyard
Danforth backyard
Ted Hobson Designer At Allweather LandscapeTed Hobson Designer At Allweather Landscape
Jeff McNeill
Inspiration for a small modern back driveway partial sun garden in Toronto with concrete paving.
Suburban Garden
Suburban Garden
Phil Hirst Garden DesignPhil Hirst Garden Design
Phil Hirst
Design ideas for a small modern back full sun garden for summer in Other with decking.
Building a Dream Backyard
Building a Dream Backyard
Braen SupplyBraen Supply
Braen Supply
This is an example of a medium sized modern garden in New York.
Fibreglass Planters
Fibreglass Planters
The Pot CompanyThe Pot Company
Fibreglass is lightweight, frost-proof and very durable. These planters are manufactured in high-quality reinforced fibreglass, with additional reinforcement to the corners. The quality of all our fibreglass planters is enhanced through the colouring, which runs throughout the entire material. Customised sizes and RAL colours are available on certain models (minimum order applies) – please contact us for further information. RAL colours 2004, 3020, 4004, 7016, 7035, 8024, 7006, 9005 and 9010 are available for 10% surcharge. The standard colour is RAL 7021 (black grey)

Modern Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed modern 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 modern 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 modern front garden design.

How should I design my modern 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 modern 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.
Long Island Landscape Contractor: Erosion Control, Sod Installation, Stone wall
Long Island Landscape Contractor: Erosion Control, Sod Installation, Stone wall
NY Plantings Irrigation and Landscape LightingNY Plantings Irrigation and Landscape Lighting
This is a landscape garden design and sod installation work by Long Island Landscape contractor "New York Plantings Garden Designers and Landscape contracting". One common fix for a steep slope or grade is to build stone retaining wall, staple the sod so it will establish easily. Laying Sod on a hill we should always mulch around surface rooting trees. For more info visist: http://www.newyorkplantings.com New York Plantings Garden Designers and Landscape contracting 432 E 14st New York, NY 10009 Call: 347-558-7051 site url: http://www.newyorkplantings.com/Home.php info@newyorkplantings.com
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