Articles by Marianne Lipanovich

The simple structure of a pergola is hard to beat when it comes to adding subtle definition to a landscape. Lovely as they are in their basic form, however, pergolas are not as effective in providing relief from the sun without something overhead. If…

The best porches do more than simply provide a transition from the outside world into a home. They become a destination themselves, giving homeowners a place where they can entertain and encouraging everyone to linger and enjoy the surrounding landsca…

It may be the height of summer, but it’s not too late to refresh your yard for the season. The following 15 design ideas will help you give your outdoor space a pick-me-up without requiring too much time and effort. The best part is, you’ll still have…

Take a cue from your home’s interior design when updating your outdoor living space. Creating different zones within your backyard will allow you to extend the comforts of home outside and expand your overall living space. Read on to see how three lan…

A landscape renovation takes time. It’s also messy and often inconvenient. Taking certain steps at the beginning can make everything a bit easier on yourself and the crew. Knowing what to expect as things progress also will help you understand the pro…

An outdoor kitchen can take your backyard entertaining game to the next level. Just as with an indoor kitchen, you’ll find a dizzying range of choices for everything from appliances to finishes. But finding what will work best for you while staying wi…

For gardeners, drought or near-drought conditions are a special challenge. We recently discussed what homeowners can do to keep their yards healthy and looking…

More and more homeowners are employing sustainable practices when it comes to designing and maintaining their landscapes. But what about when it comes to installing that landscape? We turned to landscape pros on Houzz for their advice on practices to …

As you embark on your patio project, you may realize how quickly costs (and important decisions surrounding them) can add up. To help you navigate this journey, we asked landscape pros on Houzz to share their advice on where you might want to invest i…

An outdoor kitchen can take your landscape and entertaining game up a notch, providing you with an all-in-one space for hanging out with family and friends for much of the year. Your vision may be as simple as a bar or countertop next to your grill or…