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Contemporary Roof Garden Ideas and Designs

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Sonnige Terrasse und Dachgarten
Sonnige Terrasse und Dachgarten
Nelka & Blattraum Begrünung Innen&AussenNelka & Blattraum Begrünung Innen&Aussen
NELKA/Aniela Horntrich
Green Roofs
Green Roofs
Natural Balance Home BuildersNatural Balance Home Builders
Harlem Roof Garden Pergola
Harlem Roof Garden Pergola
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
A wood pergola gives some much needed shade on this sunny rooftop garden in Harlem. As the wisteria vines grow, they will eventually cover the top of the pergola with their fragrant purple flowers, making this the perfect urban oasis. See more of our projects at www.amberfreda.com.
UWS Rooftop Oasis with Fountain, Decking, and Lush Plantings
UWS Rooftop Oasis with Fountain, Decking, and Lush Plantings
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
There’s something about a fountain on a rooftop garden that feels even more like a secret paradise than usual. You walk up the stairs to the roof, open the door, and are instantly transported to a magical realm by the sound of water falling, the rustling of the grasses, and the sight of birds and clouds passing lazily on by. Time to lay back in a lounge chair, favorite drink in hand, and let the relaxation and daydreaming begin! Plantings include dwarf cherry laurels, azaleas, feather reed grasses, creeping Jenny, and creeping phlox. The decking consists of porcelain pavers, ipe wood, and Mexican beach stones. See more of our projects at www.amberfreda.com.
Shade Structures, Pergolas, and Arbors by Gunn Landscape Architecture
Shade Structures, Pergolas, and Arbors by Gunn Landscape Architecture
Gunn Landscape ArchitectureGunn Landscape Architecture
South Philly Roof Deck Kitchen
South Philly Roof Deck Kitchen
Airy KitchensAiry Kitchens
Wrigleyville Wonder
Wrigleyville Wonder
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Artificial Grass for Rooftops, Decks and Patios
Artificial Grass for Rooftops, Decks and Patios
SYNLawnSYNLawn
No matter if you live in New York City or another urban area, take your rooftop deck space from bland and boring to vibrant and colorful with our SYNLawn artificial grass. © SYNLawn artificial grass - all rights reserved.
West Loop Roof Garden
West Loop Roof Garden
Prassas Landscape Studio LLCPrassas Landscape Studio LLC
Linda Oyama Bryan Photography
Boston Roof Terrace
Boston Roof Terrace
Michael D'Angelo Landscape Architecture LLCMichael D'Angelo Landscape Architecture LLC
Michael D'Angelo
Amoeba Terrace
Amoeba Terrace
Christian Duvernois Landscape/StudioChristian Duvernois Landscape/Studio
Roof Garden for Harper House Condo
Roof Garden for Harper House Condo
Roland Oehme Landscape ArchitectureRoland Oehme Landscape Architecture
This garden consists of garden planters above a parking garage next to a high rise condominium building with 195 residents. The building was designed by the famed architect Frank Gehry, and is situated in the Cross Keys development, which was created by the pioneering Rouse Company, who also created the famous town of Columbia, MD. I designed the plantings for four main planters and two smaller ones. And, every year I design and install annual displays in one bed and four pots. The plantings are pollinator friendly with flowering perennials and ornamental grasses. My dad had previously designed the plantings for this garden; most of which has been replaced. I continue to oversee the maintenance of this garden. Landscape design and photo by Roland Oehme
West 21st
West 21st
Frits de Vries Architect Ltd.Frits de Vries Architect Ltd.
Photography: Lucas Finlay
South Beach in Chicago
South Beach in Chicago
Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.
Daybed of ipe with custom cushions and pillows. Aluminum planters featuring Karl Foerster feather reed grass
Roof Garden in Kensington
Roof Garden in Kensington
The Garden BuildersThe Garden Builders
The Garden Builders
Pergola, Lavington NSW
Pergola, Lavington NSW
Hawk RenovationsHawk Renovations
Penthouse Patio
Penthouse Patio
Rob Spytz DesignRob Spytz Design
Pi_Pad
Pi_Pad
Mcmahon and NerlichMcmahon and Nerlich
Lincoln Park Herb Wall
Lincoln Park Herb Wall
Brent Riechers Landscape (BRL LANDesign)Brent Riechers Landscape (BRL LANDesign)
Brent A. Riechers
Rooftop Gardens
Rooftop Gardens
Aralia: Innovation in Landscape DesignAralia: Innovation in Landscape Design
Aralia Gardens Limited. www.aralia.org.uk

Contemporary Roof 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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