![A small landscaped front garden includes overlapping steps, hidden lighting, and a small seating area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/modern-landscaping-steps-lighting-plants-patio-290720-1210-01.jpg)
A small landscaped front garden greets visitors to a new house in Vietnam that was recently completed by architecture firm 85 Design.
The garden is designed so that overlapping steps lead you on a path from the front gate to the front door, as well as to a small patio that’s decorated with a table and stools made from stone. Tropical green plants in varying shades stand out against the white and grey walls, adding color and texture to the landscaped garden.
![A front garden with overlapping steps, tropical plants, and a small seating area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/modern-landscaping-steps-front-garden-plants-patio-290720-1210-02.jpg)
At night, hidden outdoor lighting creates an enchanting environment, casting shadows onto the walls, and making the steps appear as though they are floating over the garden.
![A front garden with hidden lighting that showcases the layered steps, seating area, and lush landscaping.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/modern-landscaping-steps-lighting-plants-patio-290720-1210-03.jpg)