Articles by Lauren Dunec Design

In the heat of summer, having a source of shade somewhere in your garden makes it a more comfortable place for hanging out. While large pergolas and shade structures work well to cover more expansive outdoor spaces, they can feel out of scale in small…

Established gardens that have been growing for three years or more require different care than newly planted landscapes. Lawns may need to be reseeded, trees could require pruning and nutrients…

Established gardens that have been growing for three years or more require different care than newly planted landscapes. Lawns may need to be reseeded, trees could require pruning and nutrients…

Accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, offer one solution to the housing crisis facing many urban areas as prices rise and affordable housing becomes more difficult to find. Sometimes called backyard cottages or in-law units, ADUs are fully contained comp…

The care you give a new garden in its first year, particularly in the first few weeks after planting, can be critical for setting up your young plants for long-term success. We asked three landscape experts on Houzz — Donald Pell,

The right balance of water is crucial for our gardens. Too much can turn soils boggy and seep into building foundations. Too little and plants are parched. The following four gardens demonstrate how to deal with drainage in ways that keep gardens heal…

As we stay closer to home for the foreseeable future, our homes and gardens are substituting for camps and other summer activities that keep kids, teens and families busy. Looking for ideas to fill the time? Check out these outdoor projects the whole …

As we stay closer to home for the foreseeable future, our homes and gardens are substituting for camps and other summer activities that keep kids, teens and families busy. Looking for ideas to fill the time? Check out these outdoor projects the whole …

By midsummer, the heat is on. Depending on where you live, keeping your landscape looking good during the hottest months of the year can take some extra planning. In regions without summer rainfall, soils dry out and non-native garden plants often nee…

If you’re considering investing in a new deck or patio or updating your current setup, take a look at the following four backyard makeovers. Each one shows how a well-designed deck or patio can boost the overall function and style of an outdoor space….