Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard partial sun xeriscape in San Francisco with natural stone pavers, a wood fence and with path.

The White House

Paul Hendershot Design, Inc.

A "The White Hosue" landscape design by Paul Hendershot Design Inc. PC | Alicia Cattoni for paulhendershotdesign.com
Modern garden in Santa Barbara.

Hillside Landscape Sanctuary in Northern California

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Alstroemeria - Princess Sara - Peruvian Lily with succulents, Aeonium Berry Nice and Agave Blue flame. Beautiful plant combination in a section of this vast hillside in San Anselmo, Northern California. The personal sanctuary of Landscape Designer Eileen Kelly, owner of Dig Your Garden Landscape Design. This sustainable garden also serves as Eileen's "living laboratory" where she observes and learns from the habits and growth of her extensive selection of plants. They include hundreds of varieties of low-water plants that range from California natives to plants from other Mediterranean regions such as South Africa and Australia, and a few exotics from Hawaii and other regions. Succulents have always been one of Eileen's favorites for their dramatic textures and low-water needs, and they co-mingle beautifully throughout the landscape. The stairways, pathways and patio areas throughout the landscape offer places to pause or linger to take in the natural surroundings and views both up close and in the distance. This diverse garden also offers an abundance of biodiversity and balance for the birds, the bees and the butterflies. Design and Photos © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design http://www.digyourgarden.com

Kangaroo paws and succulents against modern house

June Scott Design

Succulents, grasses and low-water shrubs with vivid foliage give this coastal garden a rich, textured look with minimal maintenance. Exterior colors and furniture selection by Julie McMahon. Photos by Daniel Bosler

My Garden in Santa Barbara

Allison Armour

A photo of the aquaspere - or sphere fountain with a large steel eye sculpture in the background that I placed in my garden at my home in Santa Barbara. Photo by Allison Armour

Modern Marvel

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

Adding sleek LED lighting is not only a fun way to illuminate your landscape, but it also looks clean, modern and luxurious. We implemented LED porch lighting along the outdoor structure, kitchen, and fireplace to tie the elements together.

Retractable Swimming Pool Enclosures

My Pool Direct

MyPoolDirect supplies a range of low, medium and high-level, telescopic pool enclosures. Make the most of your garden swimming pool all year round!
Modern garden in Essex.

Sun and Partial Shade Drought Tolerant Plantings

Outside InStyle

Steel edging holds grey DG away from turf grass
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with gravel.

Modern Desert Home

Anna Rodé Designs, Inc.

The waterfall adds a cooling effect to the home's entry. The pleasant sounds of the cascade and brook make the entry to the home welcoming, especially in the desert hot months.

Wimbledon - Artificial Grass Installation (Pet-friendly)

My Lovely Lawn

Photo of a small modern backyard formal garden in London.

Old Oak Hill

Essex Outdoor Design

Jennifer Waters Photography
This is an example of a large modern side yard full sun garden in Grand Rapids with a fire feature and concrete pavers.

Hilltop Modern

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

Another view of the jacuzzi and Ipe deck. All that's missing is a cool drink.
Inspiration for a large modern backyard partial sun garden in Los Angeles with a water feature and decking.

El jardín en otoño tras la reforma

Arcadia Jardines y paisajes

El jardín después de la reforma.
Photo of a small modern backyard shaded garden in Madrid.

Pueblo Modern Style Avenues Water Wise Landscape

Laughlin Design Associates, Inc.

Fourth avenue modern water wise landscape. Colorful perennials line the front walk, followed by pennisetum panicum grass. Rick Laughlin, APLD
Photo of a mid-sized modern front yard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Salt Lake City with a garden path.

Lines

LOCH Collective

Inspiration for a modern garden in DC Metro.

Talmadge - Modern Design

Deep Rooted Designs, Inc.

Deep Rooted Designs, Inc. San Diego's Top Licensed Landscape Design-Build Firm Location: 343 4th Ave San Diego, CA 92037
This is an example of a modern garden in San Diego.

Malvern | Wattle House

Catnik Design Studio

MALVERN | WATTLE HOUSE Front garden Design | Stone Masonry Restoration | Colour selection The client brief was to design a new fence and entrance including garden, restoration of the façade including verandah of this old beauty. This gorgeous 115 year old, villa required extensive renovation to the façade, timberwork and verandah. Withing this design our client wanted a new, very generous entrance where she could greet her broad circle of friends and family. Our client requested a modern take on the ‘old’ and she wanted every plant she has ever loved, in her new garden, as this was to be her last move. Jill is an avid gardener at age 82, she maintains her own garden and each plant has special memories and she wanted a garden that represented her many gardens in the past, plants from friends and plants that prompted wonderful stories. In fact, a true ‘memory garden’. The garden is peppered with deciduous trees, perennial plants that give texture and interest, annuals and plants that flower throughout the seasons. We were given free rein to select colours and finishes for the colour palette and hardscaping. However, one constraint was that Jill wanted to retain the terrazzo on the front verandah. Whilst on a site visit we found the original slate from the verandah in the back garden holding up the raised vegetable garden. We re-purposed this and used them as steppers in the front garden. To enhance the design and to encourage bees and birds into the garden we included a spun copper dish from Mallee Design. A garden that we have had the very great pleasure to design and bring to life. Residential | Building Design Completed | 2020 Building Designer Nick Apps, Catnik Design Studio Landscape Designer Cathy Apps, Catnik Design Studio Construction | Catnik Design Studio Lighting | LED Outdoors_Architectural

Deer Hill

KP Landscape

Inspiration for a large modern backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Salt Lake City with a garden path and gravel.

Современный сад в КП "Бенилюкс" вилла 2

ARCADIA GARDEN Ландшафтная Студия

Ландшафтный дизайн: ARCADIA GARDEN LANDSCAPE STUDIO АРКАДИЯ ГАРДЕН Ландшафтная студия фото Диана Дубовицкая
This is an example of a mid-sized modern front yard full sun garden for summer in Moscow with gravel and a garden path.

Lowell Residence

Diebel and Company | Architects

Kevin Ng Photography
This is an example of a modern garden in San Francisco.

Modern Turquoise Garden Design Ideas

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.