Hursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors

The bluestone entry and poured-in-place concrete create strength of line in the front while the plantings softly transition to the back patio space.
Photo of an expansive midcentury side yard partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with natural stone pavers and a garden path.

Marvelous Mid Century

Ketti Kupper Conscious Life Design

Photo by Ketti Kupper.
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury side yard xeriscape in Los Angeles with gravel.

Malibu Crest

Studio Bracket

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury side yard full sun garden in Los Angeles with with pond and concrete pavers.

eichler in marinwood

building Lab, inc.

Eichler in Marinwood - At the larger scale of the property existed a desire to soften and deepen the engagement between the house and the street frontage. As such, the landscaping palette consists of textures chosen for subtlety and granularity. Spaces are layered by way of planting, diaphanous fencing and lighting. The interior engages the front of the house by the insertion of a floor to ceiling glazing at the dining room. Jog-in path from street to house maintains a sense of privacy and sequential unveiling of interior/private spaces. This non-atrium model is invested with the best aspects of the iconic eichler configuration without compromise to the sense of order and orientation. photo: scott hargis

Midcentury Modern 2

HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles

Private moss garden frames bedroom windows providing privacy and a nice view - Architecture: HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles - Interior Architecture: HAUS with Design Studio Vriesman, General Contractor: Wrightworks, Landscape Architecture: A2 Design, Photography: HAUS

Bonifield Residence

Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture

Design ideas for a midcentury side yard garden in San Luis Obispo.

Mid-Century Sideyard Landscape - Fox Point, WI

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

A concrete walkway connects the new driveway to the vegetable garden on the side of the home. Renn Kuhnen Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury side yard full sun garden for summer in Milwaukee with a vegetable garden and a wood fence.

Sennett Residence

Living Stone Design + Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury side yard garden in Other.

Studio City Contemporary Mid Century Zen

Park Slope Design

Photo of a large midcentury side yard full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles.

Lelean St Coastal Architecture

DE atelier Architects

DE atelier Architects.
Small midcentury side yard full sun garden in Melbourne with natural stone pavers and a garden path for spring.

Pet Turf Transformation

Liban Landscape

Teddy used to get all dirty when he went out to play and do his business BEFORE Liban Landscape installed premier pet turf causing his parents all kinds of work cleaning up paws and dog washing frequently. Now he can roll around, run around, and have fun without getting all dirty. Further, the presents he leaves behind are easy to find, easy to clean up, and even have a magical mineral infill that reduces odor and bacteria growth after the deed is done.

Mid-Century Modern Downtown

Newport Ave Landscaping

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury side yard partial sun garden in Other with concrete pavers.

Mid Century Modern in Mountain View

Elemental Design Group

Modern path lights in stainless steel finish with la Paz pebbles.
Inspiration for a small midcentury side yard partial sun xeriscape in San Francisco with with path and concrete pavers.

Beverly Hills Renovation & Staging

Kai Andrews Design: Home Staging + Renovations

Re-landscaped front entrance with new front gate. Landscape design by Pearl Home Design. www.stik.com/stephen.cricks
Mid-sized midcentury side yard shaded xeriscape in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Concrete Outdoor Area Pairs Perfectly With Water Features and Play Area

Alpine Gardens

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury side yard formal garden in Denver with a water feature and brick pavers.

Beadle Buddy

The Ranch Mine

Midcentury side yard xeriscape in Phoenix with a vegetable garden.

Mid-Century Modern Home

AB design studio, inc.

1950’s mid century modern hillside home. full restoration | addition | modernization. board formed concrete | clear wood finishes | mid-mod style.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury side yard partial sun garden for summer in Santa Barbara with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Carlsbad Juicing Garden

Jackie and the Beanstalk

This garden boasts 4 beautiful custom redwood raised beds with copper bands to prevent snails from attacking the edibles. The boxes are in full sun which is ideal for growing vegetables and herbs

Less Is More.....Unless It's A Bore

Hursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors

A bluestone stepper path connects the front and rear spaces. Two large spheres are nested into the landscape bed as an homage to mid-century design. Intimate seating and a gas fire pit are visible in the background.

Marvelous Mid Century

Ketti Kupper Conscious Life Design

Dry creek and floating steps. Photo by Ketti Kupper.
Design ideas for a small midcentury side yard xeriscape in Los Angeles with a retaining wall and gravel.

Midcentury Side Yard 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.