Las Olas Landscape & Outdoor Living Area

Front Yard Landscape with synthetic turf and outdoor lighting. Driveway material is travertine stone.
Mid-sized modern front yard garden in Miami with natural stone pavers and a metal fence.

Coto de Caza 1

Aquanetic Pools and Spas, Inc.

Large modern front yard partial sun driveway in Orange County with with a gate and a metal fence.

Guadalajara, San Clemente Coastal Modern Remodel

Eyoh Design

Guadalajara, San Clemente Coastal Modern Remodel This major remodel and addition set out to take full advantage of the incredible view and create a clear connection to both the front and rear yards. The clients really wanted a pool and a home that they could enjoy with their kids and take full advantage of the beautiful climate that Southern California has to offer. The existing front yard was completely given to the street, so privatizing the front yard with new landscaping and a low wall created an opportunity to connect the home to a private front yard. Upon entering the home a large staircase blocked the view through to the ocean so removing that space blocker opened up the view and created a large great room. Indoor outdoor living was achieved through the usage of large sliding doors which allow that seamless connection to the patio space that overlooks a new pool and view to the ocean. A large garden is rare so a new pool and bocce ball court were integrated to encourage the outdoor active lifestyle that the clients love. The clients love to travel and wanted display shelving and wall space to display the art they had collected all around the world. A natural material palette gives a warmth and texture to the modern design that creates a feeling that the home is lived in. Though a subtle change from the street, upon entering the front door the home opens up through the layers of space to a new lease on life with this remodel.

Giardino lungo e stretto

Giambenini srl - Architettura del giardino

This is an example of a small modern partial sun garden in Venice with a metal fence.

Stradella

Pasetta Studios

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Los Angeles with with rock feature, river rock and a metal fence.

Santa Cruz Sustainable

K & D Landscaping, Inc.

Residential home in Santa Cruz, CA This stunning front and backyard project was so much fun! The plethora of K&D's scope of work included: smooth finished concrete walls, multiple styles of horizontal redwood fencing, smooth finished concrete stepping stones, bands, steps & pathways, paver patio & driveway, artificial turf, TimberTech stairs & decks, TimberTech custom bench with storage, shower wall with bike washing station, custom concrete fountain, poured-in-place fire pit, pour-in-place half circle bench with sloped back rest, metal pergola, low voltage lighting, planting and irrigation! (*Adorable cat not included)

Chaten Home

Spry Architecture

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Photo of a modern driveway in Phoenix with a metal fence.

Stradella

Pasetta Studios

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Los Angeles with with rock feature, river rock and a metal fence.

Going Native in Bel Air

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

The level area of the backyard has been significantly extended with the addition of an attractive Corten retaining wall against the upward slope on one side and a modular retaining wall against the downward slope of the canyon on another. The newly spacious yard gave us plenty of room to work with. Keeping the angles of the house in mind, we created a grid pattern that was consistent throughout the design - playing with the grid by using pavers of different sizes and shades of gray but keeping the angles consistent.

Patios & Walkways - Custom Pavers

EMC General Contractors

Large modern front yard full sun driveway in San Diego with with path, brick pavers and a metal fence for summer.

Modern Low-Maintenance Front Yard with Custom Fence and Artificial Turf

San Jose Tree Service Inc.

Team installed artificial turf from Purchase Green, plants from Devil Mountain Nursery, and Drip Irrigation from Siteone.
Photo of a modern front yard garden in San Francisco with with path, concrete pavers and a metal fence.

Modern low-maintenance terrace

Sarita Landscape Inc

Renovated this out-dates terrace to give it a modern twist. This yard is an example of " less is more", with a custom-made concrete and wood bench, matching table, pergola, panel wall, and low-maintenance plants.

Rosewood Highlands at Story Rock Residence 6

Creative Environments

We provide award-winning pool, spa, landscape design, and construction services. Consult with our designers today by calling (480) 777-9305.
Expansive modern partial sun formal garden in Phoenix with concrete pavers and a metal fence for summer.

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Native Edge Landscape

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Inspiration for a mid-sized modern front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in Austin with with a gate, decomposed granite and a metal fence.

Santa Cruz Sustainable

K & D Landscaping, Inc.

La Sombra - Built-In Bench Seating

Hush House

Slightly dramatic view of the space featuring the welcoming built-in bench, dappled vine-screen sunlight, and warm ipe wood deck.
Small modern front yard partial sun formal garden in Austin with with privacy feature, decking and a metal fence for summer.

Telopea

SDA Architects

Mid-sized and australian native modern backyard full sun formal garden in Sydney with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a metal fence for spring.

Camelot Homes Bronco

Creative Environments

Creative Environments prides itself in providing cutting-edge professional landscape design services for residential and commercial settings.
Expansive modern backyard partial sun formal garden in Phoenix with concrete pavers and a metal fence for summer.

Brentwood Beauty

Native Edge Landscape

Photo of a mid-sized modern front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in Austin with with a gate, decomposed granite and a metal fence.

Hardscape & Landscape - Amazing Design | Build

EMC General Contractors

Photo of an expansive and desert look modern front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in San Diego with concrete pavers and a metal fence.

Modern Garden Design Ideas with a Metal Fence

Get Inspired by Modern 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 modern 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 Modern Garden for Your Home

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