Simply Elegant

Mariani Landscape

Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan

Back Garden In Gerrard's Cross

Mari's House And Garden

Complete Garden makeover - Previously sloping back garden been raised and leveled. New Porcelain Patio - Bradstone, followed with artificial grass with composite decking at the end. New Planter bed and built in decking trampoline with finaly new fence going around

Scandinavian Farmhouse

Amy Martin Landscape Design

www.jfaynovakphotography.com

Modern Concrete Walk - Racine

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

'Ivory Silk' Japanese Tree Lilac anchor both ends of the front walk. Renn Kuhnen Photography

Chelsea in Bloom

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A miniature garden brimming with white flowers in varying shades and species sits outside Sumosan Twiga contained in a large verdigris copper planter. With inspiration drawn from the renowned White Garden at Sissinghurst Castle in Kent; ivory, pearl and alabaster hues pop against the dark restaurant facade and reference the Royal Wedding taking place during the same month as the Chelsea in Bloom festival. Rebecca Newnham’s ‘White Lotus’ appears to float amongst the blooms. The imperfect, patinated finish of the bespoke planter represents the murky aquatic conditions from which the Nelumbo nucifera (Sacred Lotus) emerges and unfolds, with its pure and perfect petals intact - a symbol of love conquering all.

Limestone Retaining Wall – Lawn & Patio in Edina, MN

Southview Design

The level backyard is perfect for sports; hedges and a mortared limestone retaining wall create an elegant boundary. Photography by Drew Gray

Private Modern Garden

Outside Collective

Christel Leung

Raised Garden Beds

Mr Stacky

Metal raised garden bed in in the backyard growing vegetables and herbs.

Brooklyn Backyard

Root & Vine Gardens

Brooklyn Backyard Oasis. Blue stone patio, Ceder privacy fence.

Sunset Eclectic Modern

Seed Studio Landscape Design

photo by Seed Studio, editing by TR PhotoStudio

Cougar Mountain Residence

Kim Rooney Design

Landscape by Kim Rooney Fire, Water, Wood, & Rock - A Northwest modern garden for family and friends

Modern Landscape Houston Heights

Urbanscapes LLC

The clients courtyard was designed to work around the majestic live oak tree and its massive canopy. The fence is edged with Alphonse Karr Bamboo, and the elliptical bed at the foot of the tree showcase a mass planting of wood ferns. The courtyard houses an elongated ipe deck with floating wood and metal stairs. The ipe skirting offers an untraditional, but dynamic and distinct look.

Modern Ipe Hard Wood Privacy Fence

Little Landscapes

Custom made Ipe (Brazilian Walnut) privacy fence/divider. A gorgeous hard wood choice for outdoor fencing.

Alternating Textures on Fence Panels

Botanica Atlanta | Landscape Design-Build-Maintain

This is part of a mid-century modern design in Atlanta. The turf is artificial, as is the green vine material in the fence panels. Designed and built by Botanica Atlanta.

Low maintenance garden re-make in White City

Positive Garden Ltd

Low maintenance garden re-make including, red cedar screening, round shape hardwood decking, sloping artificial turf, and trellis. Positive Garden Ltd

Modern carpentry - hot tube enclosure

Horvath Landscapes

plutadesigns

Cougar Mountain Residence

Kim Rooney Design

Landscape by Kim Rooney Before and after - fence Fire, Water, Wood, & Rock - A Northwest modern garden for family and friends

western exposure

TLC Gardens

Modern Courtyard integrated with home style, view corridors and flow patterns. Concrete has sand finish, artificial turf is installed between the pavers, IPE deck tiles used for dining area and restoration hardware fire pit was used.

Portola Retreat

Seed Studio Landscape Design

photo by Seed Studio, editing by TJ Sugnet

Modern Formal Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Modern 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 modern 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 Modern Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a modern 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 modern 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 modern 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.