Articles by Marianne Lipanovich

If you’ve decided it’s time to transform your yard into the landscape of your dreams, you’re likely eager to get started. But what if your vision comes with a higher price tag than you expected? We spoke with eight landscape design and building pros t…

Pavilions, with their solid roofs and generous proportions, bring a sense of permanence to a landscape while adding welcome shelter from the elements. Outfitted with features such as integrated heating, ceiling-mounted fans and lighting, they can easi…

Late fall is when the bustle of the garden eases and the outdoor to-do list gets much shorter. Even so, there are a number of tasks to complete to get your yard ready for the winter, from storing patio decor and furnishings to adjusting your plant car…

Crisp mornings and cool, dark evenings mean it’s time for many folks to move inside for the season. But the following three outdoor makeovers, with their soft lighting, cozy fire features and inviting seating areas, suggest there’s maybe a little more…

This Trending Now story features the most-saved patio photos uploaded to Houzz between June 15 and Sept. 15, 2024. A stylish, inviting outdoor area can expand living space at home. Add a fire feature, a roof covering or a patio heater, along with comf…

Shorter days, a chill in the air and a touch of golden sunlight herald the start of fall. The bright blooms of spring and summer may be fading, making way for autumn foliage; the list of garden tasks is getting shorter. Best of all, there’s still plen…

Shorter days, a chill in the air and a touch of golden sunlight herald the start of fall. The bright blooms of spring and summer may be fading, making way for autumn foliage; the list of garden tasks is getting shorter. Best of all, there’s still plen…

Are you looking for a place to get away from it all? That place might be right in your backyard. See how landscape pros used nooks, crannies and even open areas to create cozy, inviting spots for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. Whether you’re look…

A well-designed outdoor kitchen can elevate your cooking and entertaining experience. We asked landscape professionals on Houzz to share the top outdoor kitchen design elements they always recommend to their clients and why. Read on to learn more abou…

Pergolas can be beautiful and hardworking outdoor focal points. Whether your goal is shade, privacy or style — or all three — there are a variety of materials and practical and decorative details to consider for personalization. To get the ideas flowi…