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Budget Contemporary Garden Ideas and Designs

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Child-Safe Backyard Extends Chic Indoor Entertainment Area
Child-Safe Backyard Extends Chic Indoor Entertainment Area
Mediterrasian LandscapesMediterrasian Landscapes
Patios made of concrete squares can be chic, but ther spaces between the squares can present problems like tipsy tables, wobbly chairs, and even twisted ankles and trip hazards. This couple wanted the low maintenance requirements of artificial turf and the modern look of concrete squares, but they also wanted a safe space for their young children. So instead of the river rocks that were formally in the patio joints which created uneven levels and trip hazards, they asked if we could remove some squares and install turf between the remaining ones. We used a special technique of installing 2 inch firm turf pads in the joints first and then gluing the turf strips to the pads. This makes the turf level with the concrete squares and will keep the narrow turf strips from lifting, as they would if we had used the conventional turf fasteners here.
Kirkland Residence
Kirkland Residence
Noriko Marshall Landscape ArchitectureNoriko Marshall Landscape Architecture
Small courtyard garden with raised oak sleeper beds
Small courtyard garden with raised oak sleeper beds
Zinnia Garden DesignZinnia Garden Design
Walnut Creek Contemporary Front Entryway
Walnut Creek Contemporary Front Entryway
Leigh DesignsLeigh Designs
Prospect Heights Row House
Prospect Heights Row House
Delson or Sherman Architects pcDelson or Sherman Architects pc
Hulya Kolabas
Wild Grass
Wild Grass
California Wild GardensCalifornia Wild Gardens
Native wildflowers & ornamental grasses take a stand against the conventional curb lawn
Elevated Vegetable Garden
Elevated Vegetable Garden
Derue DesignsDerue Designs
Raised Vegetable garden with irrigation
Small Garden Design and Build
Small Garden Design and Build
Richard Walters Garden DesignRichard Walters Garden Design
Shade planting, with small shrubs, perennials, grasses and ferns
Small garden ideas
Small garden ideas
Sarah JardineSarah Jardine
Textured planting. Photography: Brent Wilson
Garden Lighting
Garden Lighting
Vanessa Buirski InteriorsVanessa Buirski Interiors
Cross Country Greenhouses
Cross Country Greenhouses
BC Greenhouse Builders LtdBC Greenhouse Builders Ltd
Traditional freestanding glass greenhouse. Photo: Henry Heinen
Tiny garden
Tiny garden
VERDEINPROGRESSVERDEINPROGRESS
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
Customer Gallery
Customer Gallery
Clara Shade SailsClara Shade Sails
Adjusting the height at opposite corners this customer installation is very modern and striking. Pulled nice and tight there should be no problems with water pooling on top. A nice amount of shade to laze about under. Our shade sails are DIY but you can always check out our installation guide and email us if you have any questions. They are easy to install.
Wooden Fences & Privacy Walls
Wooden Fences & Privacy Walls
Mountain View Sun Decks Ltd.Mountain View Sun Decks Ltd.
Border Garden
Border Garden
Schumacher AssociatesSchumacher Associates
This back yard garden path provides lots of color and texture along the walk to the front yard.
Home Lot Renovation - N. Seattle, WA
Home Lot Renovation - N. Seattle, WA
Borealis Landscape & Design DBA Skipley FarmBorealis Landscape & Design DBA Skipley Farm
1/4 minus gravel is is same path material used in Seattle Parks. Here we have set Montana Ironstone on the 1/4 minus gravel to great utility. The reason I prefer this grade is the ability to pack tight like concrete so that it will set the stone steady and does not grow weeds as readily as a more coarse gravel might. The other reason I like this is that is does not "contaminate" the surrounding beds like a larger particle might. Gil Schieber
Shade terrace garden
Shade terrace garden
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
A recessed seating area surrounded by shade plants and clump bamboo. The sectional faces a copper fire pit and steel sculpture. This area is complete with landscape lighting for the evening.
Asian Inspired Front Garden - Cedarburg
Asian Inspired Front Garden - Cedarburg
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
Siberian iris and Japanese hakone grass with slate chip mulch and boulders. Westhauser Photography
Front Garden - Japanese Dry River Bed in Bromley
Front Garden - Japanese Dry River Bed in Bromley
Design HeightsDesign Heights
Carole Jordorson

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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