Hursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors

A low-profile planting combination of Hosta, Liriope, Coral Bells are among the featured plants expertly integrated into the back yard environment. With the conservancy as a background, the bluestone patio is thoughtfully located for convenience and intimacy. Landscape design by Bob Hursthouse and Josh Griffin.

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.

Yellin Residence

RCDF Studio

Large midcentury backyard partial sun garden in Los Angeles with with privacy feature and concrete pavers.

The Soak Box

Hush House

This project combines three main strengths of Smash Design Build: architecture, landscape, and craftsmanship in concise and composed spaces. Lush planting in modern, rusting steel planters surround wooden decks, which feature a Japanese soaking tub.

Maine MidCentury Modern

Sustainable Horticultural Environments

Renovation of the interior Asian courtyard landscape surrounding a water feature and Tabebuia tree.
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury courtyard shaded garden for fall in Orlando with with privacy feature and river rock.

Arlington Landscape project

Boss Landscape Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury backyard shaded formal garden in DC Metro with with privacy feature.

Canyon Creek Backyard

RailPro

Custom Weave fence panels gives you tons of privacy as well as durability. Powder coated in color of your choice. Artificial turf is great for maintenance free living. Custom benches as well for those guests who need a place to sit and relax. No yard work is required. Just sit back and relax.

Maine MidCentury Modern

Sustainable Horticultural Environments

Evergreens, colorful shrubs, with deciduous trees in background.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury backyard full sun xeriscape in Orlando with with privacy feature and mulch.

Welcome Home

Van Garden Inc.

Design ideas for an expansive midcentury backyard full sun driveway in Dallas with with privacy feature and concrete pavers.

Canyon Creek Backyard

RailPro

Custom Weave fence panels gives you tons of privacy as well as durability. Powder coated in color of your choice. Artificial turf is great for maintenance free living. No yard work is required. Just sit back and relax.

Casa Del Sol

Groundswell Gardens

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury backyard full sun xeriscape for winter in Melbourne with with privacy feature and decking.

新築外構

GARDEN8

Photo of a large midcentury front yard full sun driveway in Tokyo Suburbs with with privacy feature and a wood fence.

Riverside Sanctuary

Salt + Dirt | Outside Design

Inspired by the words of Adyashanti, the equanimity of Buddha, and flow of the Roaring Fork River. The Client wished for aliveness and tranquility. At the base of red rock cliffs and the frontier of riparian lushness and arid hardscrabble practicalities, this design had to accomplish more than a marriage counselor does. Drought tolerant plant species, botanical form, hue, fragrance and motion coexist in a remarkable, singular harmony.

Canyon Creek Backyard

RailPro

Fiske

Ultrascape Construction

Mid-sized midcentury backyard outdoor sport court in San Diego with with privacy feature and concrete pavers.

The Soak Box

Hush House

Portail, portillon et clôtures

Dut'Métal

détail clôtures
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury garden in Dijon with with privacy feature and a metal fence.

新築外構

GARDEN8

Large midcentury front yard full sun driveway in Tokyo Suburbs with with privacy feature and a wood fence.

Midcentury Garden Design Ideas with with Privacy Feature

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.