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Contemporary Garden with Natural Stone Paving Ideas and Designs

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Patios
Patios
Aria AlfrescoAria Alfresco
This natural flagstone patio showcases a boulder fire pit with built in seating wall.
Wandsworth
Wandsworth
HP Landscapes LtdHP Landscapes Ltd
Flowerbed border around the grass area
Modern front garden
Modern front garden
Neil Jones DesignNeil Jones Design
A contemporary front garden was created from this previously run down front garden following moderisation of the 3 storey town house. The garden includes a newly created driveway for up to 2 cars which is fully permeable to prevent water runoff with a continual path to one side leading to the front door. The path is flanked with new sun loving planting with a water bowl near the front door bring wildlife into the garden. The path is illuminate at night by low level bollard lighting and the whole palette of materials is limited to granite for a contemporary and refined look.
Queen Anne Victorian Remodel
Queen Anne Victorian Remodel
D3 ArchitectsD3 Architects
A backyard patio and brick bbq create a beautiful and social space for the family living in this home we remodeled.
Garden Dublin 4
Garden Dublin 4
Amazon Landscaping and Garden DesignAmazon Landscaping and Garden Design
Gold Granite Patio Boxwood Lollipop planting in urban Garden Design by Amazon Landscaping 014060004 Amazonlandscaping.ie
Southfields Garden
Southfields Garden
Tom Howard Garden Design and LandscapingTom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping
Dalston Townhouse
Dalston Townhouse
APE Architecture and Design Ltd.APE Architecture and Design Ltd.
Peter Landers
Hungerford Road
Hungerford Road
Studio 22a ArchitectsStudio 22a Architects
Moderne und offene Gartenanlage für ein Architektenhaus
Moderne und offene Gartenanlage für ein Architektenhaus
Albrecht Bühler Baum und Garten GmbHAlbrecht Bühler Baum und Garten GmbH
Moderne und offene Gartenanlage für ein Architektenhaus
Moderne und offene Gartenanlage für ein Architektenhaus
Albrecht Bühler Baum und Garten GmbHAlbrecht Bühler Baum und Garten GmbH
Arcadia Residence
Arcadia Residence
BLACKHAūS DesignBLACKHAūS Design
Stone tile step pads, artificial turf, dining table / seating area, and low maintenance plant material.
New Build garden Kirkliston
New Build garden Kirkliston
Stone Wood Water LightStone Wood Water Light
new build garden day 1
Structures - First Year
Structures - First Year
Salsbury-Schweyer, IncSalsbury-Schweyer, Inc
A view from soon after planting shows the wide waterfall, and column fountain. Both add sound and interest, as well as provide water for birds and pollinators. More visible is the contemporary deck and the pond that nearly fills the backyard. "Floating" bluestone stepping stones link deck with garden. Photo by Salsbury-Schweyer, Inc
BASSIN ET LAME D'EAU
BASSIN ET LAME D'EAU
BROCHARD PAYSAGEBROCHARD PAYSAGE
BROCHARD Alexandra
West London Garden
West London Garden
Town and Country GardensTown and Country Gardens
Subtle lighting design is essential to highlight different aspects of the garden at night. This presents a new visual feast when the day ends. Photographer: Mischa Haller
Lake Samish Estate
Lake Samish Estate
Morris OriginalsMorris Originals
Highland Park
Highland Park
The Garden Design StudioThe Garden Design Studio
www.seeinseeout.com
Grey Doors
Grey Doors
box architecturebox architecture
Private south facing courtyard, gravel, granite paving and feature ball light. Landscape design: Dermot Foley Landscape architects Photo: Paul Tierney Photography
Front Garden Woking, Surrey
Front Garden Woking, Surrey
Linsey Evans Garden DesignLinsey Evans Garden Design
Front garden design in Woking, Surrey to create extra parking, easier access with wider gateway and more kerb appeal. Resin-bound gravel driveway with inset granite sett path. New front entrance to house with curved steps and Victorian tiles. Screened bin storage area with bespoke curved gate and Hornbeam hedge screening. New front walls and railings. Curved, raised planter with rendered blockwork walls. Planting comprising Box balls and grasses for a soft, contemporary look and feel.
Design Build: Rancho Santa Fe - Full circle
Design Build: Rancho Santa Fe - Full circle
The Design Build CompanyThe Design Build Company

Contemporary Garden with Natural Stone Paving 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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