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Вид на участок
Архитектурная студия ТУДААрхитектурная студия ТУДА
фото: Кирилл Иванов
Finished Designs
Finished Designs
Jill Davis DesignJill Davis Design
Photo by Jill Davis
Contemporary backyard oasis
Contemporary backyard oasis
Land Studio CLand Studio C
Padaro Lane
Padaro Lane
Margie Grace - Grace Design AssociatesMargie Grace - Grace Design Associates
We used Sydney Peak stone slabs to build this firepit. The bench was made with Sydney Peak flagstone and boulders for the bench.
Walling
Walling
Through The Garden, Inc.Through The Garden, Inc.
This wall serves to break up the flat space of this patio and also introduce a dynamic element of a water fountain. The modern fountain projects outward toward the patio space, adding interest to the patio.
Ivy Street
Ivy Street
Garden StoriesGarden Stories
A small urban garden was the setting for a dense planting design. The landscape is very low-maintenance, using drought-tolerant plants, and narrow trees to maximize the useable space.
Rossmoyne Project
Rossmoyne Project
UserUser
The interaction between the alfresco area and the garden - Photo: Julian Taylor
Castlebar Road, Ealing
Castlebar Road, Ealing
Bayswater InteriorsBayswater Interiors
Courtyard with stainless steel water feature. Bay trees and Box balls to provide structure with some lavender to soften the scheme and to provide additional colour and fragrance. Photo - Courtesy of KFH Ealing
Bulimba Courtyard
Bulimba Courtyard
The Distinctive GardenerThe Distinctive Gardener
Thye new courtyard, low rendered block wall tropical planting, artificial turf, make this a very easy to care for courtyard.
Courtyard House
Courtyard House
Davis ArchitectsDavis Architects
Modern Master Piece
Modern Master Piece
Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.
Winner of the 2017 Casey Van Maris Award, given to the project awarded the highest marks for execution of unique and innovative design in landscaping. Awarded by Landscape Ontario
Late afternoon light
Late afternoon light
Georgia Lindsay Garden DesignGeorgia Lindsay Garden Design
Small outdoor room with a green wall in Kensington
Small outdoor room with a green wall in Kensington
The Garden BuildersThe Garden Builders
Pro Colour Photography
Modern Yard
Modern Yard
Wagner Design GroupWagner Design Group
This yard was an unusable muddy lawn flanked by tall Arborvitae. We removed the hedge and replaced it will a beautiful Ipe screen that serves as the backdrop to a concrete water feature that spills into a channel that runs the length of the patio. Corten steel planters contain Equisetum plantings, as well as Bamboo that screens a trampoline for the childrens fun. Pavers and black mexican pebbles make up the new hardscape for the patio.
Small, low maintenance garden
Small, low maintenance garden
Yorkshire GardensYorkshire Gardens
In this project we aimed to create a stylish garden which was both family friendly and low maintenance. Eco decking was used to create a large contemporary decking area. This composite product is slip resistant and is created using 95% recycled materials so is very eco friendly . This product is extremely low maintenance and long lasting. Rendered flower beds were built and complement the sleek and simple lines of the garden. A simplistic planting scheme has been utilised to add colour. A high quality artificial lawn was laid. This product is a great alternative for those looking for a lawn which will look lush all year round and will with stand children and animals playing on it. The slatted fence runs around the perimeter and adds warmth and texture to the space. Overall this garden is simple yet very slick.
outdoor fireplace, modern gazebo
outdoor fireplace, modern gazebo
INSPIRACJEINSPIRACJE
Robert Kielak
Contemporary Driveway
Contemporary Driveway
katie_shoemaker23katie_shoemaker23
Contemporary style driveway using Techo-Bloc's Smooth Blu 80mm pavers & San Marino pavers.
Garden with Integral Fountain
Garden with Integral Fountain
UserUser
Sausalito Patio Remodel With Natural Stone and Built in Grill/BBQ and Fence
Sausalito Patio Remodel With Natural Stone and Built in Grill/BBQ and Fence
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
The compact front landscape of this Sausaltio home underwent a major transformation. Much of the failing concrete retaining walls were removed to gain more patio space. Ledger stone veneer was installed on existing walls. A new built-in BBQ/grill with full range bluestone for counter tops, patio floor and stairs. I also designed a contemporary, stepped, horizontal redwood fence along both sides of the sloped driveway. Low water plantings including low light succulents were included in this contemporary facelift. Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Small 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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