California Residence

ddArchitect

Mixed size of cast in place concrete paving and stair risers combined with pervious paving and planting at entry.

Western Exposure

TLC Gardens

David Winger

Modern Long Beach Drought Tolerant Design

California Landscape Construction

Dan Solomon

2005 Mountain Modern

The Ardent Gardener Landscape Design

Concrete pavers follow the shape of this Mountain Modern Before Mountain Modern Was Cool home. They help define the minimally landscaped 'garden' from the surrounding native landscape. Big Tooth Maples, Aspen and Fernbush create height and help to integrate the home to the site. Blue Grama grass is used throughout. All plantings are very drought tolerant and low water, irrigating only every two weeks or so in the of summer. This home is located in a High Desert Mountain Valley in Northern Utah.

Rustic Paver Driveway at Modern Home

The Legacy Paver Group

We love the contrast of rustic, tumbled pavers against the modern backdrop of the house Installation by Legacy Paver Group

Modern Tranquility

Campion Walker Landscapes

To anchor a modern house, designed by Frederick Fisher & Partners, Campion Walker brought in a mature oak grove that at first frames the home and then invites the visitor to explore the grounds including an intimate culinary garden and stone fruit orchard. The neglected hillside on the back of the property once overgrown with ivy was transformed into a California native oak woodland, with under-planting of ceanothus and manzanitas. We used recycled water to create a dramatic water feature cut directly into the limestone entranceway framed by a cacti and succulent garden.

Private Residence in Laguna Niguel

Exteriors Inc. Landscape Design

Siesta Key Modern images

BORDEN Landscape Design

Rugby Road, Charlottesville: Green+midCentury=Thoroughly Modern Entry

Gentle Gardener Green Design

Copyright 2015 Virginia Rockwell pervious pavers are the top layer for a system underneath to capture and infiltrate runoff. The system keeps this parking forecourt safe and dry all winter long. cannot be used on a slope, but make a great place for party overflow too!

New Construction Landscaping

Visionscapes Land Design, Inc.

The synthetic turf was laid down to keep debris and maintenance to a minimum around the pool. The homeowner wanted a variety of textures and colors to bring their backyard together.

Palo Alto Modern

Lifescape Custom Landscaping, Inc.

Installed by Lifescape Custom Landscaping, Inc. Designed by Juanita Salisbury, LA Kelsey Schweickert Photography

Going Native in Bel Air

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

Across the yard, anchoring the back corner is a sophisticated, custom concrete L-shaped bench, fire table and patio with stunning views of the Santa Monica mountains. Beneath the sighing Eucalyptus branches, it’s an enchanting spot to absorb the magic of the Los Angeles night.

Full Property Experience - Waterloo, ON

Soares Landscaping Inc.

Modern Update to a Ranch Style Orinda Home Landscape

Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.

Sempervirens

Seed Studio Landscape Design

Photography: Travis Rhoads Photography

Techo-Bloc Linea

Astro Masonry

Moderne Strukturen in der Architektur des Hauses und der Weggestaltung.

Rinn Beton- und Naturstein

Die Moderne Architetur des Hauses wurde bei der Gestaltung der Außenanage aufgegriffen. Der Eingang ist minimalistisch dekoriert. Die Signoplatten führen entlang des Hauses zum Garten. die dunkelgraue Farbe in Kombination mit dem Abstand zwischen den Platten wirkt schlicht und elegant.

Zilker Backyard Retreat

User

We built U-Shaped Seating Area floating off garden wall with steel framed pergola overtop. Concrete pavers cedar decking and synthetic turf installed underfoot.

AFTER - Completed view from the street

Metamorphic Design

Showing the front yard planting arrangement from the street

Modern Garden Design Ideas with Concrete Pavers

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.