Contemporary garden design can be a tricky business if you don't know what you're doing, so here are some ideas to help you decide whether to proceed with your planning.
The fundamental ideas behind a contemporary garden are that it should be low maintenance, neat and tidy and usable all year round, even when the summer months are long gone.
To ensure a low maintenance garden that doesn't require hours of back-breaking labour every year, consider minimising the amount of plants, flowers and lawn space you include in your design. All of these things add to your workload and make your garden feel like a job rather than something to be enjoyed. Contemporary gardens usually have large decking or patio areas that do just this and look just as good.
The other problem with more traditional gardens is that your enjoyment of the space is heavily affected by the elements. For example, if it has been raining, you still won't want to set foot on your lawn even if the sun has come out. In the winter months, plants and flowers die and the traditional garden isn't as a appealing, meaning you can go months without enjoying your own outdoor space. By using contemporary decking or patio layouts, you can sit out in your garden all year round.
If you're worried about turning your garden into a concrete jungle, don't be. Contemporary gardens don't have just have to be about removing as much greenery as possible out of the space. Potted plants, hanging baskets and trees can all be used to create a tranquil, organic environment with significantly less work to do.
Hopefully these contemporary garden design ideas have helped you understand the concept a little better and given some valuable incite.