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Crisp and Clean
Crisp and Clean
Molly Wood Garden DesignMolly Wood Garden Design
Landscape Design: Molly Wood Garden Design Architect: Brandon Architects, Inc. Interior/ Styling: Kelly Nutt Design Photo Credit: Lane Dittoe
Stone & Hardwood Timber Courtyard Makeover
Stone & Hardwood Timber Courtyard Makeover
FCG LandscapingFCG Landscaping
Small inner city courtyard transformed into a lush green and inviting area for both kids and parents using natural materials and low maintenance artificial turf and plantings to help this busy small family enjoy their courtyard space
New Construction Landscaping
New Construction Landscaping
Visionscapes Land Design, Inc.Visionscapes Land Design, Inc.
The synthetic turf was laid down to keep debris and maintenance to a minimum around the pool. The homeowner wanted a variety of textures and colors to bring their backyard together.
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Residential
Residential
GRDN CULTRGRDN CULTR
Homage to Oscar - The Heritage of Modernism
Homage to Oscar - The Heritage of Modernism
Luigi Rosselli ArchitectsLuigi Rosselli Architects
Idyllic Modern
Idyllic Modern
David Thorne Landscape ArchitectDavid Thorne Landscape Architect
Marion Brenner Photography
Wallace Street Project Garden
Wallace Street Project Garden
Zaremba & CompanyZaremba & Company
Rows of globe boxwood and masses of creeping thyme and sedge grass run parallel to the street and highlight the front façade of the house. A retaining wall of Corten steel slices through the vegetation to create a striking juxtaposition of textures as well as a clear delineation between public and private space. Concrete steps lead up to and through the wall, their cantilevered construction making them appear to float atop the landscape. Photo by George Dzahristos.
Modern stainless steel water fountain and Garden
Modern stainless steel water fountain and Garden
Exterior Worlds Landscaping & DesignExterior Worlds Landscaping & Design
Modern Front Landscaping Project, Elmhurst, IL.
Modern Front Landscaping Project, Elmhurst, IL.
Ross and Jack's Landscaping Inc.Ross and Jack's Landscaping Inc.
West Seattle Modern Living
West Seattle Modern Living
Orion RockscapesOrion Rockscapes
Camas Modern Landscape Design & Build
Camas Modern Landscape Design & Build
Ross NW WatergardensRoss NW Watergardens
The fountain features copper basins by Bobe Water & Fire. Landscape Design & Pictures By Ben Bowen of Ross NW Watergardens
Modern Landscape for a Modern Home
Modern Landscape for a Modern Home
ASPEN CREEK LANDSCAPINGASPEN CREEK LANDSCAPING
New bicycle parking in California Fresh Air Breakroom
New bicycle parking in California Fresh Air Breakroom
PHASE2 BUILDERS INC.PHASE2 BUILDERS INC.
When we first surveyed the site, we saw staff bicycles strewn around the space, mostly in hard to see places to avoid theft. As a result, we integrated a protected and hidden sturdy bicycle storage area in the space, keeping bikes safe and organized. The opposite side of this redwood sawn partition, we re-purposed an old bench from the site and integrated into the new design.
"Fresh Facelift" Landscape
"Fresh Facelift" Landscape
Aspen Landscape DevelopmentAspen Landscape Development
san francisco courtyard
san francisco courtyard
merge studiomerge studio
photo by ramsay photography
Brentwood Plunge Courtyard
Brentwood Plunge Courtyard
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
This project is another example of how to maximize small spaces. This customer’s small Brentwood yard was centered around their new plunge pool. However, the existing pavers and layout left much to be desired. We reworked the pavers to create usable spaces and clean lines, and a vines and lighting work with the custom pergola to increase the privacy and add a soft vertical element to encourage the intimate feel of the space. Two other structures block the pool equipment and AC compressor from sight. This reduces the visual weight of these areas and allows the eye to focus on the crown jewel of the space… the pool.
Apartment Complex Modern Fountain Wall
Apartment Complex Modern Fountain Wall
Majestic Water SpoutsMajestic Water Spouts
Perfect for a home, but built into a apartment complex renovation project is this water fountain wall that is modern and clean. Water cascades from 5 2" Gallant Water Spouts from Majestic Water Spouts into a blue tile basin.
Wide view, front yard and entry area
Wide view, front yard and entry area
Metamorphic DesignMetamorphic Design
Wide view of the front yard, driveway & inner courtyard entry area
Wood
Wood
Little Miracles DesignsLittle Miracles Designs

Modern Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed modern 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 modern 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 modern front garden design.

How should I design my modern 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 modern 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.
Private Modern Garden
Private Modern Garden
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