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Budget Contemporary Garden Ideas and Designs

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Layers, Tiers and Mix of Materials
Layers, Tiers and Mix of Materials
Ravenscourt Landscaping and Design LLCRavenscourt Landscaping and Design LLC
On the side yard that people rarely use we put a herb and veg garden using 2' x 6' watering troughs set up on cinder blocks.
Проект участка - контрастная группа у входа.
Проект участка - контрастная группа у входа.
Ландшафтная мастерская Алены АрсеньевойЛандшафтная мастерская Алены Арсеньевой
Проект участка 18 соток - контрастная группа у входа с вертикалью можжевельника скального "Blue Arrow", горизонталью можжевельника среднего "Mint Julep", на фоне ветлой листвы дерена сибирского "Variegata" и барбариса Тунберга "Atropurpurea". Автор проекта: Алена Арсеньева. Реализация проекта и ведение работ - Владимир Чичмарь
Front Paver Walkway
Front Paver Walkway
UserUser
Paver walkway with steps to front door and driveway.
Our Work
Our Work
Hinkle Landscaping and Design Co.Hinkle Landscaping and Design Co.
Perovskia atriplicifolia varieties offer reliable charm to the summer garden. Drought-tolerant, fragrant, blue and wildlife friendly, it is a long-lived perennial worthy of a spot in our designs.
Small Garden Design and Build
Small Garden Design and Build
Richard Walters Garden DesignRichard Walters Garden Design
A small shady back garden area designed for young professionals as a beautiful entertaining area.
Maribyrnong (Courtyard)
Maribyrnong (Courtyard)
Inspiring Landscape Solutions by Parveen DhaliwalInspiring Landscape Solutions by Parveen Dhaliwal
Maribyrnong - concept was based on the owners travels to Japan and liking of Japanese culture and to create something different for their courtyard to be viewed from all vantage points within the house. The decking was cut out to mimic the sandbanks of a river with the stones representing the river.
Fremont Firepit
Fremont Firepit
Mark S. Garff, Landscape ArchitectMark S. Garff, Landscape Architect
In Seattle's Fremont neighborhood SCJ Studio designed a new landscape to surround and set off a contemporary home by Coates Design Architects. The narrow spaces around the tall home needed structure and organization, and a thoughtful approach to layout and space programming. A concrete patio was installed with a Paloform Bento gas fire feature surrounded by lush, northwest planting. A horizontal board cedar fence provides privacy from the street and creates the cozy feeling of an outdoor room among the trees. LED low-voltage lighting by Kichler Lighting adds night-time warmth. Photography by: Miranda Estes Photography
Synthetic Grass Dublin
Synthetic Grass Dublin
UserUser
Our Artificial Grass Store supplies the most natural, realistic artificial grass in Ireland. Why not freshen up your garden, commercial business landscape, school/creche or even balcony with artificial grass like the pictures from this Dublin garden.
Curving back garden with office and swing
Curving back garden with office and swing
Sprout UpSprout Up
Curving back garden with office and swing
Curving back garden with office and swing
Sprout UpSprout Up
Small Fountains
Small Fountains
Mystic Water GardensMystic Water Gardens
A Boulder Alternative
A Boulder Alternative
Mary Kirk Menefee, Landscape DesignerMary Kirk Menefee, Landscape Designer
Boulders set into the slope retain soil as a wall would but with a more interesting shape and texture. Design by Mary Kirk Menefee; installation by Merrifield Garden Center. Photo: Mary Kirk Menefee
Flower Power
Flower Power
Greenwood Design Associates, LLCGreenwood Design Associates, LLC
Lavender with Gaura 'Siskiyou Pink'. I was invited to do the planting design for this compact hillside project after the hardscape was complete. The home is situated on a corner lot, and a number of very narrow beds and stepped planting arrows wrap the house in a "C" shape. The homeowner was looking for plantings that would be soft and inviting for her children, and welcome birds, bees, and butterflies to the garden. Kelly Greenwood
Fantastic Fall Planters
Fantastic Fall Planters
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
Center Valley, PA
Center Valley, PA
Chestnut Hill Landscape ContractorsChestnut Hill Landscape Contractors
Briarwood, Richardson
Briarwood, Richardson
AquaTerra OutdoorsAquaTerra Outdoors
This project was a challenging outdoor renovation. During design process we had to work closely with the City because of the close proximity to drainage easements. Our client was very patient and great to work with as we went through the design process. Based on the end result, the wait was worth it. We were able to design and install a new pool, water feature, raised infinity edge spa, wood deck with fire feature, new fence and all new landscape. Photography: Wade Griffith
GO Home
GO Home
akdcambridgeakdcambridge
Lupine, Hawkweed and Orchard Grass along the edge of the old field surrounding GO Home. © 2011 Ann Kearsley Design
Low Maintenance Xeriscape in Monument
Low Maintenance Xeriscape in Monument
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
A blend of native grasses and wildflowers brought to life this bright and beautiful front yard space. In addition to looking great, this area is low maintenance and water friendly.
Entry Garden
Entry Garden
Schumacher AssociatesSchumacher Associates
Phlox subulata kicks of the spring with its showy pale purple blooms. Contrasting with the purple blooms are the orange-red tulips and the yellow of Sedum 'Angelica'.
Samish Island
Samish Island
Ashworth Design StudioAshworth Design Studio
Shade plants Heidi Hower

Budget Contemporary Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary front garden design.

How should I design my contemporary 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 contemporary 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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