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Mid-Century Vibe Backyard - Bayside
Mid-Century Vibe Backyard - Bayside
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
A new, colorful perennial bed balances the patio. A mix of 'Summer Beauty' allium, 'Purpurkerze' astilbe, 'The Rocket' ligularia, and 'Elegans' hosta add multi-season interest and color. Westhauser Photography
Monarch
Monarch
M. Elle DesignM. Elle Design
Photo of a mediterranean front yard landscaping in Orange County.
Newhall Addition
Newhall Addition
Rill ArchitectsRill Architects
The traditional screen porch with stained bead board ceiling ties into the traditional aesthetic of the main house.
This is an example of a traditional screened-in porch design in DC Metro with decking and a roof extension.
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Carman Bay Cottage (Lake Minnetonka)
Carman Bay Cottage (Lake Minnetonka)
John Kraemer & SonsJohn Kraemer & Sons
Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architect: Swan Architecture | Interiors: Katie Redpath Constable | Landscaping: Bechler Landscapes | Photography: Landmark Photography
Encino Hills Contemporary
Encino Hills Contemporary
ecocentrix landscape architectureecocentrix landscape architecture
John Feldman
Design ideas for a contemporary backyard landscaping in Los Angeles.
Mid Century Courtyard Remodel
Mid Century Courtyard Remodel
SCJ Studio Landscape ArchitectureSCJ Studio Landscape Architecture
Already partially enclosed by an ipe fence and concrete wall, our client had a vision of an outdoor courtyard for entertaining on warm summer evenings since the space would be shaded by the house in the afternoon. He imagined the space with a water feature, lighting and paving surrounded by plants. With our marching orders in place, we drew up a schematic plan quickly and met to review two options for the space. These options quickly coalesced and combined into a single vision for the space. A thick, 60” tall concrete wall would enclose the opening to the street – creating privacy and security, and making a bold statement. We knew the gate had to be interesting enough to stand up to the large concrete walls on either side, so we designed and had custom fabricated by Dennis Schleder (www.dennisschleder.com) a beautiful, visually dynamic metal gate. The gate has become the icing on the cake, all 300 pounds of it! Other touches include drought tolerant planting, bluestone paving with pebble accents, crushed granite paving, LED accent lighting, and outdoor furniture. Both existing trees were retained and are thriving with their new soil. The garden was installed in December and our client is extremely happy with the results – so are we! Photo credits, Coreen Schmidt
Backyard seating area with fire pit and lush planting
Backyard seating area with fire pit and lush planting
June Scott DesignJune 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
Webster
Webster
SDG Architecture, Inc.SDG Architecture, Inc.

Patio - contemporary concrete patio idea in San Francisco with a fire pit and a roof extension
Laurel Road:  Evergreen Consulting and E2 Homes
Laurel Road: Evergreen Consulting and E2 Homes
Evergreen Consulting / 4EGCEvergreen Consulting / 4EGC
E2 Homes Modern ipe deck and landscape. Landscape and hardscape design by Evergreen Consulting. Architecture by Green Apple Architecture. Decks by Walk on Wood Photos by Harvey Smith
French Country Modern
French Country Modern
Exterior Worlds Landscaping & DesignExterior Worlds Landscaping & Design
A couple by the name of Claire and Dan Boyles commissioned Exterior Worlds to develop their back yard along the lines of a French Country garden design. They had recently designed and built a French Colonial style house. Claire had been very involved in the architectural design, and she communicated extensively her expectations for the landscape. The aesthetic we ultimately created for them was not a traditional French country garden per se, but instead was a variation on the symmetry, color, and sense of formality associated with this design. The most notable feature that we added to the estate was a custom swimming pool installed just to the rear of the home. It emphasized linearity, complimentary right angles, and it featured a luxury spa and pool fountain. We built the coping around the pool out of limestone, and we used concrete pavers to build the custom pool patio. We then added French pottery in various locations around the patio to balance the stonework against the look and structure of the home. We added a formal garden parallel to the pool to reflect its linear movement. Like most French country gardens, this design is bordered by sheered bushes and emphasizes straight lines, angles, and symmetry. One very interesting thing about this garden is that it is consist entirely of various shades of green, which lends itself well to the sense of a French estate. The garden is bordered by a taupe colored cedar fence that compliments the color of the stonework. Just around the corner from the back entrance to the house, there lies a double-door entrance to the master bedroom. This was an ideal place to build a small patio for the Boyles to use as a private seating area in the early mornings and evenings. We deviated slightly from strict linearity and symmetry by adding pavers that ran out like steps from the patio into the grass. We then planted boxwood hedges around the patio, which are common in French country garden design and combine an Old World sensibility with a morning garden setting. We then completed this portion of the project by adding rosemary and mondo grass as ground cover to the space between the patio, the corner of the house, and the back wall that frames the yard. This design is derivative of those found in morning gardens, and it provides the Boyles with a place where they can step directly from their bedroom into a private outdoor space and enjoy the early mornings and evenings. We further develop the sense of a morning garden seating area; we deviated slightly from the strict linear forms of the rest of the landscape by adding pavers that ran like steps from the patio and out into the grass. We also planted rosemary and mondo grass as ground cover to the space between the patio, the corner of the house, and the back wall that borders this portion of the yard. We then landscaped the front of the home with a continuing symmetry reminiscent of French country garden design. We wanted to establish a sense of grand entrance to the home, so we built a stone walkway that ran all the way from the sidewalk and then fanned out parallel to the covered porch that centers on the front door and large front windows of the house. To further develop the sense of a French country estate, we planted a small parterre garden that can be seen and enjoyed from the left side of the porch. On the other side of house, we built the Boyles a circular motorcourt around a large oak tree surrounded by lush San Augustine grass. We had to employ special tree preservation techniques to build above the root zone of the tree. The motorcourt was then treated with a concrete-acid finish that compliments the brick in the home. For the parking area, we used limestone gravel chips. French country garden design is traditionally viewed as a very formal style intended to fill a significant portion of a yard or landscape. The genius of the Boyles project lay not in strict adherence to tradition, but rather in adapting its basic principles to the architecture of the home and the geometry of the surrounding landscape. For more the 20 years Exterior Worlds has specialized in servicing many of Houston's fine neighborhoods.
Lake Neighborhood, San Francisco
Lake Neighborhood, San Francisco
Creo Landscape Architecture + Urban DesignCreo Landscape Architecture + Urban Design
Creo Landscape Architecture
Design ideas for a small modern backyard landscaping in San Francisco.
Traditional Style Outdoor Living Space
Traditional Style Outdoor Living Space
Pristine AcresPristine Acres
Example of a classic backyard stone and rectangular pool fountain design in Richmond
New Work
New Work
Creative Design LandscapingCreative Design Landscaping
Photo of a traditional partial sun concrete paver landscaping in New York.
West Seattle Modern Living
West Seattle Modern Living
Orion RockscapesOrion Rockscapes
Photo of a modern shade side yard concrete paver landscaping in Seattle for summer.
2013 Sustainability at Wa'ahila
2013 Sustainability at Wa'ahila
MOKULUA High Performance BuilderMOKULUA High Performance Builder
Inspiration for a tropical balcony remodel in Hawaii with a roof extension
North Jersey Outdoor Living Room
North Jersey Outdoor Living Room
Garden State RetractablesGarden State Retractables
This outdoor living space is has motorized Phantom Screens recessed into the openings to create a bug free environment at the tough of a button.
Example of a mid-sized classic backyard stone patio kitchen design in New York with a roof extension
North Dallas Modern Backyard
North Dallas Modern Backyard
Randy Angell DesignsRandy Angell Designs
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard rectangular hot tub remodel in Dallas

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Birdhouse garden & garden shed.
Birdhouse garden & garden shed.
Garden Tech Horticultural Services LLCGarden Tech Horticultural Services LLC
A bird house is the focal point of these back yard gardens. The post height ensures plenty of room for tall perennials. The shed has attained a lovely patina including moss growth on the roof. Vintage watering cans on the side of the shed complete the garden theme. Photo & design by Bob Trainor. Birdhouse by Walpole Outdoors
An East Bay Garden
An East Bay Garden
Simmonds & Associates, Inc.Simmonds & Associates, Inc.
This property has a wonderful juxtaposition of modern and traditional elements, which are unified by a natural planting scheme. Although the house is traditional, the client desired some contemporary elements, enabling us to introduce rusted steel fences and arbors, black granite for the barbeque counter, and black African slate for the main terrace. An existing brick retaining wall was saved and forms the backdrop for a long fountain with two stone water sources. Almost an acre in size, the property has several destinations. A winding set of steps takes the visitor up the hill to a redwood hot tub, set in a deck amongst walls and stone pillars, overlooking the property. Another winding path takes the visitor to the arbor at the end of the property, furnished with Emu chaises, with relaxing views back to the house, and easy access to the adjacent vegetable garden. Photos: Simmonds & Associates, Inc.
An Arlington Residence
An Arlington Residence
Scott Brinitzer Design AssociatesScott Brinitzer Design Associates
The garden that we created unifies the property by knitting together five different garden areas into an elegant landscape surrounding the house. Different garden rooms, each with their own character and “mood”, offer places to sit or wander through to enjoy the property. The result is that in a small space you have several different garden experiences all while understanding the context of the larger garden plan.
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