Contemporary Landscape Design for a Narrow Back Yard in Napa, CA

Napa, CA residence, adjacent to a steep rock hillside. My design solutions included a contemporary redwood horizontal fence to help screen the view of the hillside along with arbors for vines that help to break up the long narrow space. I designed a triangular-shaped pergola with decorative panels from "Parasoleil" that serves as an artful focal point while providing interesting shade patterns that casts its delightful shadow along fence and patio and bench below, changing its position as the sun moves throughout the day. The landscape design includes angular planting beds, concrete pavers surrounded by gravel and a small lower-water lawn for the family to enjoy. The photos show the just planted low-water plants, vines and olive trees and again after a couple of months. Drawings, Design and Photos © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Containers

Fine Garden Creations

Penthouse Container Garden

Christian Duvernois Landscape/Studio

This design of an Upper East Side container garden is divided into two terraces that provide spectacular views of the city. On the main terrace, arborvitae line a corner to create a barrier from neighboring buildings, as well as enclose the space as an outdoor room. A lawn and lounge chairs help give this area a relaxing vibe, enhanced by a classical fountain. On the second terrace, containers with a variety of plants frame a corridor that mirrors the street and provides a great city view.

Ocean Front Walk Marina del Rey

California Deck Builders

Gallery

GCSF Pavers and Landscape

Mediterranean Villa

Style Architects

The main concept behind this project was to create a home, which allows for tremendous privacy for both the parents and the children, and at the same time doesn’t create extreme isolation between the both. Elevation is vital in allowing that to happen, by having a stretched out area, the house faces the North, in order to get a clear view of Lake Marriout and also for the breezy fresh air to access the house. The home is built on two different plots of land, one includes: children’s house (bedrooms, garage, living area, etc…) the second plot includes: dining area, master bedroom, main reception. All of that is connected by stairway and patio to give it the “homey” vibe

Corkwood

Autumn Skies Landscapes

Rodney Rose

Mixed Planting Garden

Green Thumbs Up Inc.

Wine and Jam Photography

'Birch Creek' Flagstone Entry Patio

Regenesis Ecological Design

'Birch Creek' flagstone entry patio, with COR-TEN entry planters, and board-formed concrete retaining walls.

Jardin d'une maison contemporaine en Essonne 650m2

Un Autre Ton • Architecte d'intérieur

Small, low maintenance garden

Yorkshire 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.

Modern Landscape with Architectural Plants and Succulents - Greenbrae, CA

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Modern Planting Bed with Architectural Plants Aeonium zwartkop, Foxtail Fern, Agave 'Blue Flame'. Front Entrance planting showing growth after two years.

Sunset SF

LANDIBLE | landscape architecture

Contemporary Landscape

Cross Country Greenhouses

BC Greenhouse Builders Ltd

This traditional style greenhouse is used as a flower garden and surrounded by a flower garden.

Devonshire Road, Cambridge

Melanie Driver Landscape and Garden Design

Raised bed at seat height, these beds are constructed with blockwork painted orange and faced with timber slats. Uplighting is in the space between to glow at night. Photo Melanie Driver

Brooklyn Heights Courtyard Garden

Staghorn NYC

Staghorn NYC - Garden design and installation for a private courtyard. Clients requested lush plantings, color, kid-friendly play elements, and a pergola for added privacy. The color palette contains greens, reds, oranges, and purples to create a bright, cheery outdoor family space.

Eindrücke 4

Koemmerling Garten

Ático en el centro de Madrid

arkhe paisajismo

ARKHÉ PAISAJISMO

Modern Botanical Garden | Rear Yard Cluster Planting

Greey Pickett

The stunning modern architecture of this Paradise Valley residence is highlighted by pocket gardens and showcases unique specimen cactus in desert botanical garden style. Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett

Contemporary Garden Design Ideas with a Container Garden

Get Inspired by Contemporary Gardens on Houzz

A lot of the time when you get home from a long day at work, all you want to do is wind down. Where better to do this than in your very own contemporary garden at home? If you do it right, a great garden design can send you right into holiday mode. But where to start? There’s so many styles to choose from when it comes to garden design. Whether you want to create a tropical, modern, contemporary, beach style or country garden - or something else entirely - the large garden image gallery on Houzz has got you covered. Get inspired and collect your ideas to narrow down your desired garden style and features.

How to Create a Contemporary Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a contemporary garden and if it’s appropriate for your climate. You may want to consider adding a deck or other landscaping features, but the plants you choose will mostly dictate your style and what kind of ongoing maintenance is required. Don’t worry if your backyard isn’t very spacious - there are many plants that can thrive even in a small space and allow you to turn your space into a little paradise of your own, regardless of size.

Decide which plants to use

The greenery you choose is critical to your look. For example, if you’re trying to create a tropical garden palm trees and bamboo are your go-to options. Other popular options are golden cane palm trees and fern for ground cover. From there you can add some colour with bright flowers like frangipani, hibiscus or bromeliads. All these are actually quite hardy plants, so once established, your tropical garden is actually quite easy to maintain. Use this structure and apply it to your style. Research which plants you need to set your base for a contemporary garden and go from there.

Add some decor

If the plants don’t quite do it for you yet, or if you want to add some extra wow-factor, consider adding some extra features. Even if you can’t accommodate a swimming pool, hot tub or pond, you could look at smaller water features. Simple rocks can also have a great effect, while statues and gnomes will add some extra character. Don’t forget to add some furniture so you have a nice place to sit and enjoy your garden!

Need some help?

Once you know what you want your garden to look like, it may be hard to make it a reality on your own. If that is the case for you, consider consulting a professional to help you with your contemporary garden design. Every photo you find on Houzz will lead you to the local pro that did the job, so you won’t have a problem picking the perfect person to help! Whether you need a gardener in Brisbane, a landscape architect in Melbourne or a fireplace installer in Sydney, you can be sure to find one on Houzz.