Design ideas for a large contemporary sloped shaded xeriscape in San Francisco with gravel.

A variety of materials have been used for the rear backyard including stone pavers and timber slatted fencing and raised garden walls. A loft room above the garage acts as a kids room.

Raul Garcia
Contemporary backyard deck in Denver with a fire feature.

Renovation of a ranch with a great room and kitchen opening up to new conrete terrace with built in fireplace, grill and planter. Pete Weigley
Inspiration for a contemporary backyard patio in New York with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.

This is an example of a contemporary patio in Orange County with a water feature.

Design ideas for a large contemporary backyard patio in Seattle with a fire feature, natural stone pavers and no cover.

Design ideas for a contemporary exterior in Moscow.

photographer: Terri Glanger
Contemporary two-storey exterior in Dallas.

These Landscape Architectural elements were designed and installed by Great Oaks Landscape Associates Inc. Great Oaks used pergolas and arbors to accent the patio's, sitting areas, and outdoor living spaces.

Conceived as a remodel and addition, the final design iteration for this home is uniquely multifaceted. Structural considerations required a more extensive tear down, however the clients wanted the entire remodel design kept intact, essentially recreating much of the existing home. The overall floor plan design centers on maximizing the views, while extensive glazing is carefully placed to frame and enhance them. The residence opens up to the outdoor living and views from multiple spaces and visually connects interior spaces in the inner court. The client, who also specializes in residential interiors, had a vision of ‘transitional’ style for the home, marrying clean and contemporary elements with touches of antique charm. Energy efficient materials along with reclaimed architectural wood details were seamlessly integrated, adding sustainable design elements to this transitional design. The architect and client collaboration strived to achieve modern, clean spaces playfully interjecting rustic elements throughout the home. Greenbelt Homes Glynis Wood Interiors Photography by Bryant Hill

The modern lines and materials continue the design sense of the homes interior, This was done to mimic the high end boutique hotels the homeowners frequent in their travels.

A new entry path and garden, planned and planted by the owners, enhances the sidewalk and provides a degree of privacy. Photo credit: Dale Lang
Inspiration for a contemporary garden in Seattle.

Inspiration for a contemporary exterior in Portland with stone veneer and a metal roof.

This intimate, interconnected landscape gives these homeowners three spaces that make being outside a joy. Low stucco walls create a courtyard near the front door that has as unique sense of privacy, making it a great place to pause and view the pond below. Under the deck the stucco walls wrap around a patio, creating a perfect place for a cool refuge from hot summer days. A custom-made fountain is integrated into the wall, a bed of lush flowers is woven into the bluestone, and a view to the surrounding landscape is framed by the posts of the deck above. The rear patio is made of large bluestone pieces. Grassy seams between the stone soften the hard surface. Towering evergreens create privacy, drifts of colorful perennials surround the seat walls, and clumps of Aspen trees define the entrance to this enchanting outdoor room.

New Home Principal Designer: Malika Junaid Gen. Contractor: Boynton Construction
Photo of a contemporary one-storey stucco beige house exterior in San Francisco.

Grounded - Modern Landscape Architecture
This is an example of a contemporary garden in San Diego with natural stone pavers.

Terraced hillside landscape.
Design ideas for a contemporary backyard garden in San Francisco with a retaining wall.

Contemporary patio in Other.

Inspiration for a contemporary backyard garden in San Diego.