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Rooftop Gardens
Rooftop Gardens
Aralia: Innovation in Landscape DesignAralia: Innovation in Landscape Design
Aralia Gardens Limited. www.aralia.org.uk
Small contemporary roof formal garden in Hertfordshire with a living wall and decking.
Four Season Rooftop Farm
Four Season Rooftop Farm
Seattle Urban Farm CompanySeattle Urban Farm Company
These four custom cedar raised beds were constructed at the Seattle Urban Farm Co headquarters and delivered, fully assembled, to the clients rooftop deck. Each of the four raised beds include a cold frame structure that sits 2ʼ above the raised bed with interchangeable south-angled panels: greenhouse paneling for winter and shade cloth covering for summer. This addition to the raised beds will allow the client to continue growing crops throughout the year in the unique microclimate of a roof, protecting crops from excess heat, cold, and wind. Hilary Dahl
Hammersmith
Hammersmith
Amelia Bouquet Garden DesignAmelia Bouquet Garden Design
A small balcony design with room to sit and relax.
Design ideas for a small contemporary roof fully shaded garden in London with a potted garden and decking.
Dundas Street Residence
Dundas Street Residence
Kohn Shnier architectsKohn Shnier architects
This impressive detached building is located in the heart of the bustling Dundas West strip, and presents a unique opportunity for creative live + work space. Designed by Kohn Shnier Architects, the building was completed in 2008 and has been owner-occupied ever since. Modern steel and concrete construction enable clear spans throughout, and the virtual elimination of bulkheads. The main floor features a dynamic retail space, that connects to a lower level with high ceilings – perfect as a workshop, atelier or as an extension of the retail. Upstairs, a spacious loft-like apartment is spread over 2 floors. The mainfloor includes a decadent chef’s kitchen finished in Corian, with a large eat-at island. The combined living & dining rooms connect with a large south-facing terrace with exceptional natural light and neighbourhood views. Upstairs, the master bathroom features abundant built-in closets, together with a generous ensuite bathroom. A second open space is presently used as a studio, but is easily converted to a closed 2nd bedroom. Parking is provided at the rear of the building, and the rooftop functions as a green roof. The finest materials have been used in this very special building, from anodized aluminium windows paired with black manganese brick, to high quality appliances and dual furnaces to provide adequate heating and fire separation between the retail and residential units. Photo by Tom Arban
Bermondsey Roof Garden
Bermondsey Roof Garden
Hamilton Cody Garden DesignHamilton Cody Garden Design
Design ideas for a small contemporary roof xeriscape full sun garden for summer in London with a potted garden and concrete paving.
City rooftop vegetable garden
City rooftop vegetable garden
Hanselman Landscape and GardensHanselman Landscape and Gardens
Photo of a small contemporary roof full sun garden for summer in Other with a vegetable patch.
Cedar Raised Beds - Downtown Boston
Cedar Raised Beds - Downtown Boston
HomeHarvest - Edible Landscapes and ConstructionHomeHarvest - Edible Landscapes and Construction
HomeHarvest designed and built these custom cedar raised beds. Each bed has a built in reservoir, which makes them self-watering and only require watering once a week!
Rooftop Gardens
Rooftop Gardens
Aralia: Innovation in Landscape DesignAralia: Innovation in Landscape Design
Aralia Gardens Limited. www.aralia.org.uk
This is an example of a small contemporary roof formal garden in Hertfordshire with a garden path and decking.
Long Island City Terrace
Long Island City Terrace
Birch and Basil DesignBirch and Basil Design
Photo of a small contemporary roof full sun pergola for summer in New York with concrete paving and a wood fence.
Regent's Park, London
Regent's Park, London
Thomas Hoblyn Garden DesignThomas Hoblyn Garden Design
Small mediterranean roof formal full sun garden in London with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Roof Garden Design in Essex
Roof Garden Design in Essex
Earth Designs Garden and Build London and EssexEarth Designs Garden and Build London and Essex
http://www.ianthwaites.com/
Photo of a small traditional roof full sun garden for summer in Essex with concrete paving.
Minneapolis Urban Rooftop Garden
Minneapolis Urban Rooftop Garden
Sage Landscape DesignSage Landscape Design
Peter Wong Photography
Small contemporary roof full sun garden for summer in Minneapolis with a potted garden.
Clementina
Clementina
Bramble & VineBramble & Vine
New Plant installations by J.Angel Garcia
Design ideas for a small modern roof partial sun garden in San Francisco with a potted garden and decking.
Modern low-maintenance terrace
Modern low-maintenance terrace
Sarita Landscape IncSarita Landscape Inc
Renovated this out-dates terrace to give it a modern twist. This yard is an example of " less is more", with a custom-made concrete and wood bench, matching table, pergola, panel wall, and low-maintenance plants.
Penthouse Patio & Green Roof - Beacon Hill, Boston
Penthouse Patio & Green Roof - Beacon Hill, Boston
UserUser
The goal of this landscape design and build project was to create a roof deck patio and green roof. The patio features square concrete unit pavers, sedum ground cover, and planters with small trees. Modern patio furniture was chosen to facilitate large and small gatherings alike overlooking the Boston skyline. Designed and built by Skyline Landscapes, LLC.
New York City Rooftop
New York City Rooftop
Till GardensTill Gardens
This New York City Rooftop was constructed to be an urban oasis for our clients. Plantings included some traditional elements with boxwood and a mix of more wild perennials and grasses. The rooftop skyline overlooks the new the World Trade Center Freedom Tower. Architecture: Brad Floyd Architect Landscape Design: LALH Landscape Design Landscape Contractor: Till Gardens (www.tillgardens.com) Photography: John Knowlton/Till Gardens
Fire Pits and Water Bowls
Fire Pits and Water Bowls
Architectural PotteryArchitectural Pottery
Design ideas for a small contemporary roof partial sun garden in Los Angeles with a fire feature and gravel.
Regent's Park, London
Regent's Park, London
Thomas Hoblyn Garden DesignThomas Hoblyn Garden Design
Inspiration for a small mediterranean roof formal full sun garden in London with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Lake Union Float Home, Seattle WA
Lake Union Float Home, Seattle WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Roof top putting green. Photography by Ben Benschneider.
Design ideas for a small modern roof full sun garden for summer in Seattle with an outdoor sport court.
Rooftop Landscaping in Minneapolis
Rooftop Landscaping in Minneapolis
yardscapes Inc.yardscapes Inc.
Finished photo of everything put together. This photo shows what the space looks like when you remove the windscreens. It opens up the space, but the planters provide privacy. You will also notice the custom metal furniture with a wood bench and stone table top.

Small Roof Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed 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 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 front garden design.

How should I design my 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 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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