After their brand new construction was completed, this family had a beautiful and comfortable home that truly fit their needs. However, this new construction lacked an outdoor living space, which left the backyard feeling stark and bare. With this blank slate, we were able to create a relaxing environment for this family to enjoy. Faced with the challenge of using every square-inch of this small space, Native Edge was able to design a landscape that left this family worry-free. We incorporated a low maintenance composite decking system, modern raised metal planters, and a bubbling urn water feature to tie this peaceful landscape together. The poor drainage of the lot gave us the opportunity to create a striking cat walk and drainage feature, which left ample room for their vegetable and herb garden hobby. There is even a nook for the family dog to enjoy!

Green Dodonaea Hopseed Privacy Screen

Outside InStyle

Green Dodonaea Hopseed privacy hedge protects young Avocado Tree. Photo by Katrina Coombs

Bethlehem Greenhouse

West Mountain Builders, Inc.

Multi-Level Urban Row House

Topiarius, Inc

Luxurious Brentwood Home

Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.

Herb garden

Belmont Modern Rustic

Kristen Rudger Landscape Design

Jude Parkinson Morgan

Sharon Park

Paul Daniels Design

Custom Veggie Beds

Raised vegetable bed on gravel

June Scott Design

Succulents, grasses and low-water shrubs with vivid foliage give this coastal garden a rich, textured look with minimal maintenance. Photos by Daniel Bosler

Innes Residence

Ibarra Rosano Design Architects

Photographer: Bill Timmerman Builder: Jillian Builders

Complete Property 8

Green Roots Landscaping Inc

Mitcham, SA

WAX Design Pty Ltd

Simon Bills

Overlooking the grow zone from patio level

Metamorphic Design

View from the house at ground level, overlooking the grow zone, greenhouse & potting shed after spring planting

Backyard - After

Designing Inside Out

Perfect position for this raised veggie garden receiving the full sun of the day.

Raised Concrete Planter

Regenesis Ecological Design

A raised garden bed constructed of sand-finished concrete, and filled with herbs and flowers; perfect for this compact backyard patio.

Edible Urban Oasis

SCJ Studio Landscape Architecture

In south Seattle, a tiny backyard garden needed a makeover to add usability and create a sitting area for entertaining. Raised garden beds for edible plants provide the transition between the existing deck and new patio below, eliminating the need for a railing. A firepit provides the focal point for the new patio. Angles create drama and direct flow to the steel stairs and gate. Photo credits, Mark Garff.

Fairfax modern agrarian garden

Avant Garden

Shadescape umbrellas provide shade on sleek modern concrete patio. Corten steel raised planters have herbs in them. Gravel is paving material. Photos by Galen Fultz

Modern Front and Rear Yard Garden

Bonnie Brock Landscape Design

Suburban Oasis

Princeton Design Collaborative

John T. Conroy

Hill Rd.

URBANDUO

Greg Scott Makinen

Modern Garden Design Ideas with a Vegetable Garden

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.