Hursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors

Patterned bluestone, board-on-board concrete and seasonal containers establish strength of line in the front landscape design. Plants are subordinate components of the design and just emerging from their winter dormancy.

Mid-Century Front Landscape - Racine

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

View of the new entrance to the historical John Randal McDonald designed home. We were retained for the landscape design partially because of our background in architecture and our understanding of the mid-century aesthetic. Renn Kuhnen Photography

Indoor-Outdoor Family Oasis in Costa Mesa

Craig O'Connell Architecture

Design ideas for a midcentury garden in Orange County.

Eichler 2

Envision Landscape Studio

Design ideas for a midcentury garden in San Francisco.

Desert Pool & Spa Landscaping Retreat

Kancun Pools & Spas

Inspiration for a midcentury front yard full sun driveway in Los Angeles.

Stevens Residence

Vitus Mataré & Associates, Inc.

Photo: Tom Hofer
Design ideas for a large midcentury backyard garden in Los Angeles with a vegetable garden.

Front Yard

Kristin

Turf removal front yard with drought tolerant design and adding courtyard
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury courtyard full sun xeriscape for spring in Los Angeles with a garden path, gravel and a wood fence.

Hillside stair with custom rail and lighting

BE Landscape Design

Custom built for fire resistance. Board formed concrete seating and patio. Color added to blend into the existing granite hillside. Salt finish adds texture to camouflage into the surroundings. Custom metal pergola and under bench lighting add to the uniqueness of this hilltop hangout.

Wasser im Garten und auf der Terrasse.

Rinn Beton- und Naturstein

Der Quellsteinbrunnen als Blickfang im Outdoorbereich. Leichter Aufbau und leichte Pflege. Als Komplettset erhätlich. Farblich und gestalterisch abgestimmt auf Sitzblöcke, Pflastersteine und Stufen.

Broadview Mid-Century

Olander Garden Design

Photo of a midcentury garden in Seattle.

Past Projects

Jacklyn Curry Design

The addition of bold yet simple architectural details - a series of four "spider legs" inspired by the iconic mid-century architect, Richard Neutra, added drama and definition to the new front entry. Low ground cover softens the new concrete step pads, while colorful succulents and flowering plants replaced the thirsty lawn, providing a dynamic and easy-care front garden. (c) 2017 Jacklyn Curry Design

Seat Wall and Night Lighting in SW Portland

Drake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden Center

It's simply amazing how different an outdoor space can look in a matter of hours. ...and low-voltage night lighting is a simple add-on to most outdoor living environments. Photography by: Joe Hollowell

Alexandria Mid-Century

Horn & Co. (Previously JHLA)

This is an example of a midcentury garden in DC Metro.

Sunset Terrace

John Cote

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury front yard full sun xeriscape in San Luis Obispo with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Hollywood Hills

Somerset Associates

Pool renovation, concrete work, decking, fire pit, water feature, irrigation, planting, lighting
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with decking.

Rooftop Retreat

Landscape Design West, LLC

Low water high impact patio garden landscape. Colorful succulents and plants that attract hummingbirds. Night lighting created a magical effect in this rooftop garden. Hardscape using concrete with floating deck and steps. Corten planters and steel cable handrail create a secure barrier while keeping views open and airy. Tucson city view from the Catalina Foothills.

Mid-Century Modern Beach House

Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping

Photo of a small midcentury front yard partial sun xeriscape in San Francisco with with path and gravel.

Mid-Century Front Landscape - Racine

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

Overall view of the front facade of this John Randal McDonald masterpiece. Our plant beds mimic the strong, midcentury lines of the home. Renn Kuhnen Photography

Vegetable Garden Planning

Verdant Landscape Group, LLC

This front yard space incorporates a vegetable garden in a compact space using cedar box construction and drip irrigation.
Photo of a small midcentury garden in Denver.

Rudy's Outdoor Paradise

Horizon Builders, Inc.

Poured concrete fire pit, stepping stones and patio area. Changed out window for a sliding glass door to beautiful outdoor space.
Photo of an expansive midcentury backyard formal garden for spring in Other with a fire feature.

Midcentury Blue Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Midcentury 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 midcentury 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 Midcentury Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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.