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Sculpture Garden & Pool
Sculpture Garden & Pool
Slater Associates Landscape ArchitectsSlater Associates Landscape Architects
PLANTING
PLANTING
J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.
Whether your landscape style is formal, Mediterranean, modern or eclectic, what really brings it to life are the plants! Sun and shade plantings, drought-tolerant gardens, and exciting container combinations work in harmony with hardscape to create the perfect look for each of our clients based on their own unique style. If time has taken its toll on your garden, we can give you a fresh new look.
Draco - Elevation - Equinox
Draco - Elevation - Equinox
Blue HeronBlue Heron
Sitzen im Grünen
Sitzen im Grünen
GrünMalerGrünMaler
Sitz- und Verweilmöglichkeiten bieten sich überall im Garten an, wenn man eine schöne Aussicht hat. Je nach persönlicher Vorliebe oder Tageszeit wählt sich der Gartenliebhaber ein Sonnen- oder Schattenplätzchen. Im Idealfall hat er dabei freie Auswahl.
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
Montgomery Village Residence
Montgomery Village Residence
PostModern Landscape Architecture, LLCPostModern Landscape Architecture, LLC
David Post
Smithcliffs
Smithcliffs
Prestige BuildersPrestige Builders
Spring Hill Residence
Spring Hill Residence
Rhodes Architecture + LightRhodes Architecture + Light
- Completed: 1999-2000 - Project Location: Kirkland, WA - Project Size: 4,300 SF - Project Cost: $175/SF - Photographer: James Frederic Housel Designed and built as a speculative house, the Spring Hill Residence includes 4,300 square feet of living area and a detached garage and upper level unit located in the west of market area of Kirkland. Spring Hill Residence was selected as the September 2000 Seattle Times/AIA Home of the Month and was featured in the February 25, 2000 Pacific Northwest Magazine. Awarded Best Custom Residence by the Master Builders Association, 2001.
Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands
Randy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape ArchitectureRandy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape Architecture
Lighted path and steps to entry court.
Marylebone Lightwell
Marylebone Lightwell
Fenton Roberts Garden DesignFenton Roberts Garden Design
Jo Fenton
Modern Custom Backyard
Modern Custom Backyard
JayMarc HomesJayMarc Homes
A quaint private garden sits to the side of the home surrounded with concrete pavers creating a fairytale lounging area.
My Project
My Project
LANDA-FENCELANDA-FENCE
Todo nuestro equipo participa constantemente en reuniones comunitarias y se mantiene al día con las reglas y regulaciones actuales para asegurarnos de mantenernos relevantes y brindarle la experiencia más actualizada. El hecho de que hayamos estado en el negocio durante más de 15 años no significa que no haya nada que no podamos aprend
Amersham Entertaining Garden
Amersham Entertaining Garden
Chiltern Garden DesignChiltern Garden Design
New composite gates echo the traditional style of the front of the house, whilst creating secure parking behind the gate and secure access to the rear garden.
Elegant Entrance
Elegant Entrance
The Narrow LaneThe Narrow Lane
An- und Umbau Einfamilienhaus
An- und Umbau Einfamilienhaus
LückerBeckmannArchitektenLückerBeckmannArchitekten
Design Build: Encinitas Curves
Design Build: Encinitas Curves
The Design Build CompanyThe Design Build Company
Modern backyard entertainment space with eye-catching sculpture, brick paver path and patio, curved concrete steps with built-in lighting, custom stone retaining wall and bench seating around an outdoor fire pit with views of the surrounding city. Landscape architect Robert Hill.
Kose Family House
Kose Family House
BK DesignBK Design
Marc Herbulot Photography
Modern Wood Planks Side Gate
Modern Wood Planks Side Gate
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
Photography by Studio H Landscape Architecture & COCO Gallery. Post processing by Isabella Li.
Ocean Front Walk Marina del Rey
Ocean Front Walk Marina del Rey
California Deck BuildersCalifornia Deck Builders
LEED Beachaus in White Rock
LEED Beachaus in White Rock
Green ElevationsGreen Elevations
This is a narrow side yard that isn't used much but there was a window from the office that looked out on the space. We wanted to make it a bit more visually pleasing for the home owner.

Contemporary Side 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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