The lucky owners/renters of a modern house can enjoy the benefits of minimalist interior design. And if the property is large enough, there is the possibility of creating both a front garden and a garden in the backyard. But while the second one is designed as a private island of tranquility, the garden entrance is exposed to strangers. That's why it should be well maintained and at the same time appear inviting. Get inspired!
A large lawn extends in front of the house and offers a clear view of the house. The lawn is often bordered with ornamental grasses, perennials and succulents - this gives the area an attractive and modern look. A garden path with geometric shapes made of gravel and concrete slabs leads to the house. Ornamental trees in close proximity to the house cast cooling shade. Decoration is often completely omitted, but sometimes modern sculptures with clear lines made of metal are placed directly in front of the front door. A narrow garden pond can surround the house and create a visual connection between the front yard and the backyard.
The privacy screen
When designing in a minimalist style, the right privacy screen plays a crucial role - ultimately, modern houses have a generously glazed upper floor. If the terrain is flat, a privacy wall is usually built. In this case, shrubs and ornamental trees break up the strict look of the concrete wall. HasHowever, the house is on a hillside, then the garden is often designed on several levels.
Create contrasts through material selection in the front garden
It is very important that the outdoor area harmonizes well with the building. The minimalist style is best suited to a modern new building.
The direction of the outdoor area also plays a crucial role in the planting. For example, a garden on the north side of a house gets little sunlight. But that's not a problem because there are many plants that thrive in shady locations. Eye-catching flowering perennials in yellow, orange and red will brighten up any shady spot. Most shade plants also impress with their decorative foliage. Outdoor areas that face south or west receive sun in the afternoon or evening. Sun-drenched plants that can cope with high temperatures are an advantage here.
Wooden garden fence and concrete walkway
Small trees and large shrubs with high ornamental value are often used. It must be taken into account what height the varieties reach so that they do not overshadow everything around them. They just have to be an eye-catcher and not a dominating element in the outdoor area.
The classics include the globe maple (Acer platanoides Globosum) and the Japanese maple (Acer japonicum), which are very versatile as the seasons change.
Shrubs can be kept small by pruning them regularly. The deeper you cut, the stronger the plant's shoots will be. In a modern area where corners and edges are preferred, evergreen shrubs and low boxwood hedges look great. Avoid deciduous trees that have no leaves in winter.
Small front garden
Particular attention is paid here not to the splendor of the flowers, but to the shapes and textures. For this reason, ornamental grasses are finding their way into the modern garden and are being rediscovered as structural plants and shapers. With over 10,000 species, they are one of the largest families in botany and delight the viewer with their different colors and growth forms.
Interesting pattern of grass and concrete
Decorative ornamental grasses are primarily effective due to the variety of their shapes and the colors of the leaves. There are round, overhanging or vertical shapes that contrast beautifully with horizontal garden elements. Ornamental grasses require little maintenance and are exciting in every season. The possible uses and combinations are almost limitless: they are particularly effective both as gap fillers and as solitary plants.
White plastered wall
It is best to choose winter-hardy grass varieties that can tolerate low temperatures well.
– The Pennisetum alopecuroides impresses with its compact growth and cylindrical flowers. It grows best in full sun.
– The switchgrass Panicum virgatum also needs a sunny location and scores with its striking reddish autumn color.
– The Japanese mountain grass Hakonechloa macra brings color into play and brightens up shady places with its bright yellow-green leaves. It combines particularly well with other shade plants such as Funkia Hosta.
– The feather grass Stipa tenuissima, also called leech hair, has hair-thin foliage and sways gracefully back and forth in the wind. It needs a location in full sun and brings movement and dynamism to the garden.
Concrete pond and bench
Pebbles in white and anthracite are a popular design element. They prevent weeds from growing in the bed and keep the garden looking well-groomed.
Cutouts in the tiled terrace
Slate tread plates match the house facade
White house facade and white decorative gravel in the flowerbed
Modern garden design – succulents, ornamental grasses and plants look inviting
And spice up the concrete wall
Exotic palm trees break up the clear lines of the building
Perennials surround the wooden terrace
Modern garden sculptures on the lawn
The bushes shield the windows of the one-story family home
The house on the slope doesn't need a wall
