Midcentury landscaping

Midcentury modern gardens embodied the breathless optimism of the post-war years, with patios and backyards designed with low-maintenance plants to promote leisure time. Here are 10 ideas to steal:

With respect for its midcentury design, a couple calls on architect Margaret McCurry to update their Chicago home for coming generations

Bring the style and boldness of midcentury exteriors home with this collection of eye-catching ranches and some curb appeal ideas for you to use yourself.

Mid-century modern landscaping is having a moment. More and more design-conscious people are taking their emphasis on the function of the wide outdoors. And why not? With a few well-placed Mid-century Modern landscaping elements, you can turn your outdoor space into a stylish retreat that’s perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or simply enjoying the fresh air.

Browse photos of all kinds of mid-century modern landscaping designs. We showcase dozens of front and backyards of mid-century modern houses so you get ideas as to what types of plants, flowers, trees, shrubs and cacti work best with mid-century residential architecture.

Like the rock color...grey and tans. Also like the rock pit for the corner of the yard

Before the "Mad Men" premiere, take a look at these mid-century modern homes Don Draper would probably love

Need help to turn this mid-century home into a real mid-century modern