2009 Idea Home: Chicago Remodel | Midwest Living

2009 Idea Home: Chicago Remodel

Great houses don't have to be big or brand new. See how we remodeled a Chicago-area house into a functional new home -- all within its existing space.

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Idea Home: Mariani Landscaping designed a backyard that includes four pear trees for privacy from adjacent apartment buildings, along with an assortment of colorful-foliage perennials that take the place of annual flowers. Belgard pavers form a central patio, allowing water to drain into the ground and reduce runoff. Gloster outdoor furniture provides plenty of stylish seating for gatherings.

Your home: Redefine outdoor living spaces. Whether you host parties, want a private getaway, or love to putter in a vegetable garden, replotting yard space can make your home feel twice as big.

Belgard Pavers

Gloster Furniture

Mariani Landscaping

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