Water Feature Ideas from Mesa Garden Studio

Looking for interesting water feature ideas? We spotted these unusual water features designed by Mesa Garden Studio. Mesa’s House by the Creek is a picture of elegance and unique design. The deck turns into a modern, contemporary waterfall that drops off into a shallow pool that adds depth to the deck surroundings. The pool is subtle at the top and almost invisible... but when the water drops off the shelf into the bottom pool, it adds a Romanesque feature to the landscaping.





Another water feature idea is Mesa’s ReyRosa raw concrete water trough. The modular and modern shape of the trough adds a contemporary spin to the traditional idea. This is such a unique way of looking at a water trough. Whether it's used solely to collect rain water, or to provide water for animals, the modern concrete water trough deserves praise for the innovative and exaggerated design. For more water feature ideas visit Mesa Garden Studio.

Eco Friendly Outdoor Shelter from Bleu Nature

The ILLU eco friendly outdoor shelter is made by a French company Bleu Nature. Constructed out of organic materials while utilizing no glues or varnishes, the ILLU outdoor shelter is a green outdoor product. Based on a steel structure, the shelter itself is made from natural oak coming from French forests. With practically no finish applied, the wood will weather over time to a certain natural color depending on where it is installed. By choosing this solution, having a unique outdoor piece of furniture is guaranteed. Just relaxing with the ocean breeze or reading a book on your patio, anything is possible underneath this shelter.

Outdoor Hammock by Royal Botania - new Wave

The Wave is a new outdoor hammock from Belgian company Royal Botania. Imagined by two Swedish designers, this innovative and luxury hammock design aims to recreate the concept of outdoor furniture. Elegantly holding itself on one leg it looks like it's about to fall ... causing great curiosity and a unique feel of unexpected ... yet it proves to provide a cozy atmosphere for a person inside. Under the canopy, made to block 86 percent of the sun rays, there is always shade that you will enjoy... similarly to how you would in the shadow of trees. Pictured at the ocean, it's the perfect place for this unusual design. Looking fabulous with its modern rounded forms, the Wave hammock from European outdoors to you

Garden Table and Bench from Zanotta - elegant steel frame

The Garden Table and Bench from Zanotta is a perfect modern addition for your chic backyard area. Whether for dining or just a seating area, the steel frame is a sturdy but elegant decor item to your deck or garden. The table and benches are painted white or graphite for contemporary and modern looks. The table comes with an 8-mm thick laminate top, so you don’t have to worry about putting an ugly “outdoor” tablecloth out, just simply wipe off the table at the end of a meal. Upholstered seat cushions with removable fabric covers are available for the benches. A little splash of color on the benches will draw your eyes around the table, while not taking away from the clean, crisp lines of the table and benches themselves.

Eco-friendly Modern Water Features by H20 Designs utilise recycled rainwater

H20 Designs create some of the most unique and modern water features, while being eco-friendly at the same time. This oriental-inspired design of beautiful rich wooden decks and boxed ponds sets the ambiance for utter peace and calm. Let your dreams rule, as you close your eyes and listen to the steady sound of the waterfalls. The amount of greenery and plants add enough to please the eye, yet allows feng shui to rule. H20 Designs use only a minimal amount of water for operation, and utilise recycled rainwater from the environment. A hidden water storage unit is installed to keep water features functioning for extended periods of time without tapping into external water supplies. H20 Designs will create an outdoor experience you didn’t know was possible, while conserving water and keeping the environment top on the list.

Cool Tree Swing

We spotted this adorable tree swing on the Fuori Salone's website. We do not know who makes it or where it's sold but if you're crafty enough you can try to create your own - the elegant design is surely a desirable one. A delicate lacing in the form of a leaf, practical and cute. Imaging yourself swinging with the ocean breeze on the sunset ... Makes you want one? Perfect for your garden, you can hang it on a tree branch. Thinking about it as an outstanding feature which completes your home makes it irresistible. Bring over some friends, let your kids play with it. Everybody enjoys this special type of garden accessory. The tree swing is easy to set up, and even easier to enjoy.

Modern Terrace Garden at Greenwich Penthouse in New York, NY - a design that highlights seasonal changes

At this Greenwich Village penthouse in New York, renovations didn’t end at the back door. Together with Rogers Marvel Architects, Dirtworks PC Landscape Architecture firm created a modern terrace garden to pull the contemporary feeling from inside all the way outside. Clean lines rule here and the minimal approach to landscaping create an ultra modern and chic look to this rooftop terrace garden project. Textures abound with smooth, round stones bordering the house, while linear shapes make up the hardwood walkway underfoot. Shrubs allow minimal maintenance while bright yellow potted flowers inspire color and nature in this backyard palace. The different greeneries create an eclectic feel to the penthouse surroundings and contrast the city backdrop. An ivy-covered steel trellis and lounge furniture set the ambiance for a peaceful and rest-filled retreat.

Contemporary Stone Benches from Stone Forest - new Sienna garden bench collection

For a modern and classy rest in your garden, the contemporary stone benches from Stone Forest are ideal. Offering a high-end design, it may be surprising to learn that these benches are cut from large slabs of travertine. But this is the secret of their unique, minimalistic appearance. Also, by using natural stone (namely travertine), the benches offer a green approach to garden decorating and promote the fact that natural means beautiful. It's also important that no commonly used man-made cement or cast stone were employed in the production process. The integrity of the travertine makes the final carving stand out discretely but powerful at the same time. The dimensions are 60" L x 20" W x 18" H with a 3.25'' thickness.

Modern Outdoor Chair Disk by Karim Rashid

Owo introduces a new concept in the design of outdoor furniture with this ultra modern outdoor chair - the Disk Armchair by Karim Rashid. Perfectly suitable for being placed in the backyard or poolside, the chair will provide a comfortable rest as well as outstanding looks. The shape is innovative by itself, giving the impression that the chair is floating above the ground. No need for magic here though, because the material used for this special design is fiber glass. This also allows a number of color variations as the Disk chair comes in white, yellow or black. The middle of the disk is slightly lower than the rest, as if influenced by gravitation, to provide the comfy seating space. Time spent will be pure pleasure thanks to a conveniently placed cushion in polyurethane foam and polyester fibre.

Contemporary Urban Rooftop Garden Design

A collaborative effort between Simon Morray-Jones Architects, Clair Strong Interior Styling and UK-based BlueSky Landscapes, this garden is a little piece of green heaven topping a two-storey urban apartment. Contemporary in style, this rooftop garden is an extension of the modern interiors. Fitting to its urban environment, this garden houses low-maintenance plants ideal for the homeowners with a busy lifestyle, so when they’re not around to take care of their plants, they take care of themselves. This chic entertaining and relaxing garden incorporates a food prep space and a dining areas framed by a low box hedge, offering structure and privacy. Green and white plants make up the predominant color palette in this simple yet striking garden.

Safe Trampoline with no Springs - Springfree Trampoline

Your backyard surely misses something like this Safe Trampoline from Springfree. It comes in three different sizes to cover all needs, depending on sizing, age of jumpers and maximum load capacity. You can tell it is safer than any other trampoline out there from the very first look, but what does make it so special? Springfree has carefully chosen special technologies for producing their trampoline, making it able to top even the best on the market. The risk of harming the jumpers is practically nonexistent with the rods being placed beneath the jumping surface. Unlike any other trampolines, Springfree also uses a hidden frame, soft edges and a patented net. Is a great example of a product that overpasses any technical limits to offer security and lots of fun. With all of the above, you're sure to go for a Springfree safe trampoline in the near future.

Contemporary Rooftop Landscaping Design from H20 Designs

H20 Designs offers supreme contemporary design and the ultimate indulgence in rooftop landscaping. These elegant and sophisticated rooftops are perfect for a quiet evening spent in a hot tub, or a supreme setting for a cocktail party. Garden boxes containing lush greeneries and trees provide just enough vegetation while keeping maintenance to a minimal. Rich hardwood and stone tiles lie under your feet, allowing even your toes to indulge in luxury. The lit waterfalls create an atmosphere that encourages its viewers to slow down their pace and to take life as it comes. H20 Designs’ eco-conscious builders have created water systems that recycle rainwater and conserve energy while providing landscaping elements found no where else. Head to the rooftop for the ultimate experience.

Roof Terrace Garden Design by Amir Schlezinger - Contemporary Terraces in London

Geometry shapes this contemporary roof terrace, Tempus Warf, by landscape designer Amir Schlezinger. As you sit outside watching the sunset, you can relax knowing you’re in a space created just for you, with your ideas and wishes in mind. To Schlezinger, liveable and social spaces are key. How can you not enjoy a roof terrace garden complete with hardwood planks, a stonewall, and specifically placed plants in order to gravitate you to the best possible views of the city? This roof is contemporary with the bold shapes of the planters, the long lines of the hardwood, but it is also classic and easy to maintain design. Evenings are lit up by the warm yellow lights hidden under the planters – relax on a peaceful roof terrace

The upper oak deck leads the eye towards Canary Wharf, while the curved planters frame the view to the Gherkin. Hardwood, curved sandstone and linear lighting give balance to a dramatic setting. In the south terrace wave planters reiterate the presence of the Thames, augmented by Lavenders, Ceanothus and Magnolias. SE London, 83 sqm, 3 roof terraces.

Unfolding Rooftop Terrace in Brooklyn, New York

Terrain-NYC Inc. successfully created an urban roofscape in Brooklyn, the Unfolding Terrace, and what a site (and sight) to be seen. This rooftop terrace is a unique and modern complement to the industrial surroundings of the city. The unfolding sections of deck guide you across the roof allowing different bird’s eye views of the city below. Folding sections hide unsightly vents and bulkheads of rooftop space as well as provide storage space. Different levels of the terrace are lit up for emphases on the interchanging levels as well as add continuity to the placement of lights along the rooftop. This enclave is a gem in the city, allowing nature to unfold in this ASLA award-winning Brooklyn rooftop.