Hardscape by California Deck Builders.

Erbsville Retreat

Earthscape - Landscape Design & Build

Muskoka Woods in Waterloo Region. http://earthscapeblog.ca/?p=194

Water Features

Vision Hardscapes of Atlanta

Capitol Hill

Banyon Tree Design Studio

The exposed front yard has regular passersby on the sidewalk with a full view of the new water feature and shade garden entry garden. A new privacy fence mimics the historic iron fence.

The Fuller - Kelly Residence

Juan Felipe Goldstein Design Co.

Water trough at elevated garden, this space is out side the master bedroom www.artgrayphotography.com

Mill Valley, California, That's My Home

Mark Brand Architecture

New Kitchen and Renovation of a Cottage in Mill Valley, California The owners of this house on a sprawling hillside in Mill Valley were already familiar with our work. Their house was charming in many ways but it had been remodeled too many times by too many prior owners. It lacked cohesion and was a little dilapidated. Especially vexing to the owners were the funky disjointed rooflines visible from the upper part of their property where they were hoping to locate a hot tub and terrace for entertaining. They also wanted a new chef’s kitchen and entry. By raising the ceiling of the new kitchen, we were not only able to create a bright and airy room but we were also able to clean up the roofline. The new kitchen blends farmhouse and craftsman elements with modern appliances and Caesarstone counters. At the new lean-to entry we used heavy timber elements and a rustic custom door to accentuate the country setting. Our landscape design work included all of the walkways, stairs, terraces, decks, hot tub, trellises and the fountain of colored, board-formed concrete. Photos by Mark Brand.

Table d'eau et potager

Sigmap-Jardin

Victorian tiled paving feature

Earth Designs Garden and Build London and Essex

Marcus Hurpur Garden Photography

The Pelletier Residence

Living Gardens Landscape Design

Our clients were looking to replace their existing dying grass with a welcoming low water design. We created a fire pit seating area under trees with string lights overhead. The fountain is featured opposite the master bedroom windows. A low water and low maintenance design.

Small Outdoor Space

The Sculpted Earth

Wrigleyville Residential Roof Deck

Rooftopia, LLC

After removing an old wooden deck and re-sealing the roof membrane, we installed a low maintenance porcelain paver floor on a pedestal system to increase drainage, air circulation and overall weight dispersion of the garden elements. We fabricated custom cedar planter boxes with a cedar and steel railing to add height for increased safety. As you enter the space, the focal point of the garden is a sleek, modern water feature with a pretty Mexican pebble and tigerwood base. The unique outdoor kitchen is comprised of Tigerwood, cedar and stainless hardware. Tigerwood cladding on the door of an existing stand alone grill, creates the illusion of a built in grill, with beautiful cedar countertops on either side. Landscape lighting and an irrigation system keep the garden stunning day and night. Jenn LassaJenn Lassa

Perth Display Garden

Cultivart Landscape Design

John Barnett, Janine Mendel

Montecito Zen

Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture

Ciro

Our Work

A & B Landscaping Solutions LLC

Modern Water Fall

Big Rock Landscaping

You've probably never considered an outdoor water feature like this one- using a hidden "pond" and recycling water, this waterfall adds ambiance and interest to the landscape.

Entertainer's Back Yard - After

LaneScapes

The client wanted to have separate areas for entertaining and relaxing in a small space. The space was divided to include a private nook at the end, a raised vegetable garden, and a dramatic entry into the space with large poured-in-place concrete pavers and river pebbles to accommodate outdoor seating and dining.

New Castle House

Lankford Associates Landscape Architects

This corner water feature is sited to seen and enjoyed from the outside and the inside. It can be viewed easily through the windows of the home. The windows can also be opened to allow the splashing sound of the water through the open windows. The design of this water feature allows the falling water to hit rocks and water that provide for varied sound effects.

Landscape

DCOR - Design Center of Rehoboth

Landscape by Ed Albers, DCOR. Reading spot with pond & waterfall.

Contemporary Garden Design Ideas with a Water Feature

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.