Photo of a mid-sized modern backyard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Austin with decomposed granite and a wood fence.

Sterling Grove - Hastings Model

Creative Environments

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Design ideas for a large modern backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Phoenix with a water feature, decomposed granite and a metal fence.

Los Angeles View Home

June Scott Design

Situated above Lake Hollywood, this expansive terrace was part of a masterplan for the property. It is composed of simple, elegantly-balanced elements that link together to offer the clients a range of pastimes to enjoy with friends and family.

Xeric Modern

Califia Ecodesign

Succulent frontyard garden with bocci ball court (in progress). Entry walkway, bench and loads of aeoniums, senecios, aloes, echeverias and acacias. Plus a few ulta-low-water mediterranean and California natives too.

Garden Canopy in Daytime

Charles Di Piazza Architecture

Native Shrubs and Monterey Oaks separate the garden from the street front on Rio Grande. A steel canopy rusts in sympathy with the Court / Corten House, and will be eventually shrouded in vines to shade the seating area below.

Brunswick Garden

Boodle Concepts

As garden designers, we're always keen to work closely with the client's needs to get maximum use & enjoyment from the space. #kitchengarden #ediblegarden #herbgarden #vegetablegarden Raised sleeper gardens formed a big part in the owners request for more self-sustainable living. Timber sleepers had been eco-stained during the manufacturing process. New Brunswick garden design & installation by Boodle Concepts, based in Melbourne & Kyneton, Macedon Ranges.

Oregon Wine Country Modern Japanese Garden

Ross NW Watergardens

Modern Japanese garden featuring a granite chip dry garden.
Photo of a large modern full sun formal garden in Portland with decomposed granite.

El Pomar Residence

Andrew Goodwin Designs

This is an example of a large modern side yard xeriscape in San Luis Obispo with with lawn edging and decomposed granite.

AlfrescSLO Living

Landwell Design + Build Co.

photography by Joslyn Amato
Photo of a large modern backyard garden in San Luis Obispo with a vertical garden and decomposed granite.

Preston Hollow Modern

Randy Angell Designs

Design ideas for a large modern front yard full sun driveway for summer in Dallas with with raised garden bed, decomposed granite and a metal fence.

Palo Alto warm tropical modern landscape

Duviv Gardens Inc.

This is an example of a modern garden in San Francisco with a water feature and decomposed granite.

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.

Ann Arbor Modern Residence Project - Front

Zaremba & Company

Linear forms are repeated throughout the design and call attention to the dramatic sloping ground. Paths and walls reach towards the surrounding woods, further connecting the house into the land. Simple plantings echo the minimal palette of the house. Photo by Chris Major.

Historic Spanish Territorial

Red Bark Design, LLC

Red Bark Design, LLC 2014
Design ideas for a small modern front yard partial sun garden in Phoenix with a garden path and decomposed granite.

San Mateo Modern

Kristen Rudger Landscape Design

This is an example of a mid-sized and desert look modern backyard xeriscape in San Francisco with decomposed granite.

Side Garden / Heritage Oak

Charles Di Piazza Architecture

A generous garden is sheltered by a Heritage Live Oak Tree, and forms a close relationship with an adjacent Landscape also designed by Charles Di Piazza Architects.

McKinnon Garden 2.0

Boodle Concepts

Backyard retreat in McKinnon. Garden design & landscaping installation by Boodle Concepts, based in Melbourne and Kyneton, Macedon Ranges. #decking #moderngardens #melbournegardens #curvebench #curvedbench #indooroutdoorliving #artificialturf #backyardretreat #backyardoasis #gardendesign #landscapingmelbourne #boodleconcepts #australiandesigners

Palisades Mid-Century Remodel

Sato Architects, Inc.

Modern garden in Los Angeles with decomposed granite.

Laughlin Design Associates, Inc.

Fourth avenue modern water wise landscape features many colorful drought tolerant plants. Front yard features concrete pavers set in gravel, a circular turf type tall fescue lawn and many colorful drought tolerant perennials and ornamental grasses. Back yard features a custom fire pit with concrete seat bench and an "open ceiling". The grass was originally turf grass but switched out to artificial turf to accommodate their dog. Plants feature colorful drought tolerant perennials and ornamental grasses. Garden boxes in the right hand corner are extremely productive.

Goldbug Island Residence

REMARK

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This is an example of a mid-sized modern backyard full sun xeriscape in Charleston with with path, decomposed granite and a wood fence.

Modern Garden Design Ideas with Decomposed Granite

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.