Photo of a contemporary garden in San Francisco with with pond and concrete pavers.

This is an example of a large contemporary backyard full sun garden in Orange County with with pond and mulch.

Bespoke Stone Paving is a very popular choice for garden designers as it takes off the limits imposed by standard sizes from any garden design. They are also very practical for awkwardly shaped outdoor spaces. Image supplied by Living Landscapes & Rae Wilkinson

Inspiration for a large contemporary garden in Kolkata with with pond.

Photo of a contemporary garden in San Diego with brick pavers and with pond.

Jardin existant avant travaux (démarrage travaux) Crédits photos La Nostra Secrets d'Intérieur, toutes utilisations est strictement interdite
Inspiration for a contemporary courtyard full sun formal garden for summer in Marseille with with pond and decking.

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This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun garden in London with with pond and decking.

Lime green floating duckweed and surrounding foliage pops as the light fades.
Inspiration for a small contemporary courtyard partial sun garden for fall in Central Coast with with pond, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary partial sun garden in Dusseldorf with with pond and decking.

This lovely landscape sports a poured in place concrete slab patio with drought tolerant sedum plants between the slabs. This sedum mix is sold in sheets then cut to fit but it’s actually grown for green-roof application. It works perfectly in this hot environment too as it is extremely drought tolerant and can go a month without water. Because the water runoff is absorbed between the slabs the patio drainage works perfectly and there are no need for drains.The swimming pool is of the fiberglass variety. Though the initial investment is greater than that of vinyl pools the ROI is greater over a 10 year period. Fiberglass pools retains more heat as the pool shell is all one piece and they don’t ever require a new liner.. This fiberglass pool has cool built-in benching and steps. And there is even a swim jet built into one side great for those cardio blasting swims. The pool interior colour is grey though it shows a soft blue/grey when water is added due to the reflection of the sky and other surroundings. The pool coping is natural stone with rock face edge. The steel arbour was custom made. Metal (steel) was chosen for it’s slim strength as wood placed here would have been too chunky. The best rooms (indoors or our) have a subtle layering of textural elements. To me this landscape needed a structure here to define the “rooms” It will look even better in a few years when the vines reach the top and the Miscanthus on either side reaches its 7′ height!The 12′ x 16′ pavilion is also made of steel and houses an alfresco dining table and sofa set. The pavilions built in cupola makes the warm breezes comfortably pass through with no need for a fan. It’s also sunken 2′ from the pool/patio height and nestled nicely in the corner. I must also mention the large slim planters with “Red Shades” Canna lily within. They are the perfect boldness/balance!Step through the arbor and a linear pond with “floating” natural stone step is revealed! Two smooth flow scuppers are responsible for the quiet waterfalls either side. A wood deck overhangs the pond adding softness to the setting. A modern retaining wall with natural stone cap runs the full width of the pond and pool adding interest and dimension. In the covered outdoor living area this wall is the perfect seat wall - adding lots of extra party seating! The lesson to be learned here is that good design can be applied to any space. This backyard is only 50′ x 45′ and look what can be achieved! Landscape design and photography by Melanie Rekola

Mid-sized contemporary backyard formal garden in Santa Barbara with with pond and natural stone pavers.

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Brian Sipe architectural design and Rob Hill - Hill's landscapes and Don edge general contractor. koi pond in front yard with floating steppers, bluestone and beach plantings

This estate greenhouse has double glass that lets the light shine out through the night. Photo: Bob Matheson
This is an example of an expansive contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Vancouver with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Dieses Projekt ist ein perfekter Mix aus moderner und naturnaher Gartengestaltung. Der Folienpool und das angrenzende Gartenhaus, in dem die Fitnessgeräte und die Pooltechnik ihren Platz gefunden haben, stehen für die Modernität des Gartens. Auch die niedergelassene Holzterrasse bringt diesen Flaire mit ein. Das Biotop lockt verschiedenste Lebewesen in den Garten und am Rande können die Bauherr*innen im Strandkorb den Geräuschen der Natur lauschen. Der gesamte Senkgarten ist ein Erlebnis wert, denn auf den verschiedenen Ebenen gibt es immer etwas zu entdecken.

Douglas Fir beams hold a cantilevered outdoor chandelier with subtle wood screens for layers of privacy
Large contemporary xeriscape in Toronto with with pond and concrete pavers.

Personal Dock, Beach and Lounge Area Surrounding Lap Pool, Photo by David Lauer Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary backyard full sun garden for summer in Other with with pond and decking.

25′ x 30′ Ecosystem Koi Pond | Wide Split Waterfalls
This is an example of a large contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Los Angeles with with pond and concrete pavers.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun garden for summer in London with with pond and natural stone pavers.