# Angular Terraced Gardens The Hilgard Garden by Barensfeld Architecture is a Modern Design By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-04-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terraced-gardens References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/barensfeld-architecure-hilgard-garden-terrrace-california-04-30-2014/) & [barensfeld](http://barensfeld.com/) Angular [terraced gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-bo) are not completely common when it comes to designing one's backyard, but Barensfeld Architecture firm has come up with a way to make it work. The company's latest design is titled the Hilgard Garden, and is situated in Berkeley California. The design was done in this angular fashion due to the smaller space and [steep incline of the area](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-on-a-hill). The owner wanted to make the most of this backyard space, but also not get rid of the [natural elements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-art-garden). As such, Barensfeld went with this angled look to work with the topography, which also gave the residences more room for walking around. Barensfeld Architecture demonstrates that a smaller space shouldn't deter homeowners from building the garden they love. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/barensfeld-architecure-hilgard-garden-terrrace-california-04-30-2014/), [barensfeld](http://barensfeld.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Angular Terraced Gardens:** Designing angular terraced gardens in smaller spaces and steep inclines can maximize backyard space and work with the topography. - **Maximizing Small Spaces:** Barensfeld Architecture demonstrates that smaller spaces shouldn't limit homeowners from building the garden they love. - **Working with Topography:** Designing gardens in an angled fashion can create more room for walking around, while preserving natural elements. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Architects can explore innovative designs for terraced gardens in small spaces to help homeowners make the most of their backyards. - **Landscaping:** Landscaping professionals can offer expertise in creating and maintaining angular terraced gardens that maximize outdoor spaces. - **Residential Real Estate:** Real estate agents can highlight the value of properties with well-designed terraced gardens, particularly in areas with limited space and steep inclines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curved Garden-Surrounding Linear Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-dos-terraos-circulares.md) - [Juxtaposing Garden Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-garage.md) - [Living Landscape Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hedge-and-arbour-house.md) - [Garden Oasis Renovated Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-garden-house.md) - [Stepped Hillside Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b2a-architects.md) - [Garden Flat Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terzetto-flat.md) - [Planted Balcony Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-greens.md) - [Green Garden-Surrounding Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hillside-house-1.md) - [Terraced Garden-Surrounded Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lechuza-house.md)