Anna M Campbell

Backyard Retaining Wall

Premier Lawncare & Landscape, LLC

Another photo of the completed project. Now the family can start planning for there patio!

Modern Living

Aspen Falls Landscape & Construction

Myles Coughran

Evergreen Garden Celebrating Textures

Regenesis Ecological Design

Pinus Sylvestris ' Hillside Creeper', Sesleria Autumnalis and Rubus Pentalobus create a multi-level evergreen landscape.

Potrero Hill Lookout

Seed Studio Landscape Design

photo by Seed Studio, editing by TR PhotoStudio

Gravel Garden

Georgia Lindsay Garden Design

Gravel is a great sustainable choice for a low maintenance garden.

Concrete water fountain

Studio H Landscape Architecture

Sideyard modern water feature. The fountain is located off the living room window to enjoy from both the living area and kitchen. Concrete stepping pads extend over the fountain and into the artificial turf area in the rear yard. Succulents and grasses are planted throughout the yard.

Contemporary in Clinton Hill

New Eco Landscapes

Photos by Anthony Crisafulli

Landscape Design Queens Park NSW

Vogue & Vine - Landscape Designers Sydney

Landscape design Queens Park NSW. By Vogue & Vine - Landscape Designers Sydney

Rinconcitos

queiruga Paisajistas

Stone & Hardwood Timber Courtyard Makeover

FCG Landscaping

Small inner city courtyard transformed into a lush green and inviting area for both kids and parents using natural materials and low maintenance artificial turf and plantings to help this busy small family enjoy their courtyard space

Modern stainless steel water fountain and Garden

Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design

Brentwood Plunge Courtyard

Native Edge Landscape

This project is another example of how to maximize small spaces. This customer’s small Brentwood yard was centered around their new plunge pool. However, the existing pavers and layout left much to be desired. We reworked the pavers to create usable spaces and clean lines, and a vines and lighting work with the custom pergola to increase the privacy and add a soft vertical element to encourage the intimate feel of the space. Two other structures block the pool equipment and AC compressor from sight. This reduces the visual weight of these areas and allows the eye to focus on the crown jewel of the space… the pool.

Sculpture House Oakland

Dodie Shoemaker

California living indoor outdoor modern yard

Modern Fountains and Landscaping for Entry

Eileen G Designs

Custom water feature next to hillside and native plantings

June Scott Design

Rock outcroppings make a striking background for new lounge areas in this compact Los Angeles hillside garden. Working with the attributes of the site, we added native plants to drape over the stone, and converted hollowed stone planters into a firepit and water feature. New built-in seating and a cozy hammock complete the relaxing space, and dramatic lighting makes it come alive at night. Photo by Martin Cox Photography.

Landscape Makeover – Wicker Park, Chicago

Urban Rooftops LLC

Outdoor Fountain

Marcelle Guilbeau, Interior Designer

Stainless water fountain

Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design

Office Cottage and Deck

Ian Moore Design

Ian Moore

Small Modern 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.