Dramatic plant textures, modern hardscaping and sharp angles enhanced this mid-century modern bungalow. Soft plants were chosen to contrast with the sharp angles of the pathways and hard edges of the MCM home, while providing all-season interest. Horizontal privacy screens wrap the front porch and create intimate garden spaces – some visible only from the street and some visible only from inside the home. The front yard is relatively small in size, but full of colorful texture.

Chimney Job

User

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Street View

ADLA Studio

Articulated Design Landscape Architecture
This is an example of a mid-sized mid-century modern drought-tolerant and full sun front yard gravel landscaping in Austin.

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Palo Alto Eichler

The Garden Route Company

Richard Radford
Inspiration for a mid-sized mid-century modern drought-tolerant and full sun front yard gravel landscaping in San Francisco.

Water Features

Landscape Solutions & Maintenance

This is an example of a small mid-century modern full sun gravel landscaping in New York for summer.

Leucadia Mid Century

DZN Partners

PixelProFoto
Design ideas for a mid-sized mid-century modern partial sun backyard gravel formal garden in San Diego with a pergola.

Mid-Century Side Landscape - Racine

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

Indian grass, a native to Wisconsin provides a privacy screen on the south side of the house. Hidden behind upright junipers is a path to the backyard. Slate chip mulch collects rainwater off the overhang of the gutterless roof. Renn Kuhnen Photography

East Dallas Property

Southern Botanical, Inc.

James Wilson
Design ideas for a mid-sized mid-century modern backyard gravel landscaping in Dallas.

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Gary Fredricks Landscape Design

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Grounded - Richard Risner RLA, ASLA

Design ideas for a large mid-century modern drought-tolerant and full sun backyard gravel landscaping in San Diego.

Mid-Century Modern; An Ode to Frey

Gabriela Yariv Landscape Design

Jennifer Cheung
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Mid-Century Backyard - Racine

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

View of the elevated perennial garden from the backyard lawn. Renn Kuhnen Photography
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El Cerrito house

Bay Stone Landscaping

Gareth Walters
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Outdoor Lounge / Fire Area

Tharp Studios

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Hollywood Hills Mid-Century Modern

Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography

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Creston Remodel

WA Design Architects

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Marvelous Mid Century

Ketti Kupper Conscious Life Design

Courtyard with Fire Table, dry creek. Photo by Ketti Kupper
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Highland

Seed Studio Landscape Design

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Perry Street Rancher

Pacific Garden Design

After moving into a mid-century ranch home on Spokane's South Hill, these homeowners gave the tired landscape a dramatic makeover. The aging asphalt driveway was replaced by precast concrete pavers that coordinate with a new walkway of sandwashed concrete pads. A pared-down front lawn reduces the overall water use of the landscape, while sculptural boulders add character. A small flagstone patio creates a spot to enjoy the outdoors in the courtyard-like area between the house and the towering ponderosa pines. The backyard received a similar update, with a new garden area, water feature, and paver patio anchoring the updated space.

Gravel Mid-Century Modern Landscaping Ideas

Whether it's a manicured front lawn, stone-paved pathway or intricate landscape design, Gravel mid-century modern landscapes benefit from the same attention to detail that the interior of your home does. Well-executed landscaping ideas can upgrade your home's entire aesthetic, and the right plants, flowers and shrubbery can greatly enhance your curb appeal by adding color, texture and even fragrance to your yard. Before starting on your new landscape design, survey your area and make some notes; you cannot concretely consider certain Gravel landscapes decorating ideas unless you identify what kind of climate you are living in, how much you are willing to spend and how much space you have to work with. Additionally, as you browse several mid-century modern landscape ideas and landscape pictures and make notes about the designs and landscapes that really jump out at you, keep in mind what level of ongoing maintenance is actually feasible. If you love working with plants, a large rose or vegetable garden is the perfect use of land; if you live in a hot or dry area, consider drought-tolerant landscape ideas. If you have younger kids, consider what they would enjoy as well, such as a large grassy area or a playground, swing set or pool. Think about what your family would use the most, as well as what would help boost your resale value in the long run. Lastly, when it comes to Gravel landscapes, be sure to consider different front and backyard ideas, as they are separate entities that serve two very different purposes.

What plants should I add to my Gravel mid-century modern landscape?

When browsing landscape photos, think about curb appeal above all else; Gravel mid-century modern landscape designs are your chance to make a great first impression. A flower garden is a great option, but if ongoing care is a concern, you can simplify the process by opting for low-maintenance succulents, bushes or hedges instead. If you don't have a green thumb, consider simple and easy-to-implement landscape design ideas, such as grass, gravel pathways, water features, statues, wood fences or stone walls.

What features should I have in my Gravel mid-century modern garden or backyard?

While landscapes are seen as a primarily aesthetic component, there are additions you can incorporate in your Gravel mid-century modern landscape design to make it as functional as possible. The garden can be designed for entertaining and playtime with seating, dining areas, play spaces and sunny relaxation spots. A vegetable or flower garden is a common yard staple, especially if you add an interesting element like a pergola, arbor, walkway or fence. If you’re looking for lively landscape decorating ideas, consider adding fun accessories like bird baths and feeders. For the ultimate party house, incorporate a pool and patio, or consider a deck with a fire pit, outdoor fireplace, barbecue and/or outdoor kitchen. If you're an active, sports-loving family, add a basketball or volleyball court, or set up a bocce ball or croquet area. And don't forget about furniture! A bench in a garden makes a great reading or meditation spot, while a weatherproof chaise lounge, sofa and chair are nice for soaking up those sunny days. Browse more popular ideas on Houzz

Highland

Seed Studio Landscape Design

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