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Lara B.

Lara Barnas

Jefferson Park

HM

Green Project

Project Description

To address basement flooding during major storms, Lara disconnected her downspouts and rerouted them to a swale in her backyard. She removed turf grass, added stones to manage the water flow, and planted over 15 varieties of native plants. This thriving garden not only helps prevent basement flooding but also attracts pollinators and butterflies.

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Resources Used 

Downspout Materials: Home Depot  

Flagstone & Rocks: The Stone Center  

Plants: Forest Preserves of Will County Nature Foundation Plant Sale

2023 Driehaus Bungalow Award Finalists

2023 Driehaus Bungalow Award Finalists

2023 Driehaus Bungalow Award Finalists
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Carlos & Cindy Garcia, Exterior Rehab Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Carlos & Cindy Garcia, Exterior Rehab Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Andrew & Brynne Krein, Exterior Rehab Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Andrew & Brynne Krein, Exterior Rehab Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Rosaileen & Christopher, Interior Rehab Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Rosaileen & Christopher, Interior Rehab Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Uvaldo & Liliana Lopez, Interior Rehab Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Uvaldo & Liliana Lopez, Interior Rehab Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Joshua Cruz & Kelly Gates, Interior Rehab Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Joshua Cruz & Kelly Gates, Interior Rehab Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Katrina & Mike Morrissey, Interior Restoration Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Katrina & Mike Morrissey, Interior Restoration Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Tracie Thompson, Interior Restoration Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Tracie Thompson, Interior Restoration Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Amanda Trom, Interior Restoration Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Amanda Trom, Interior Restoration Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Janice Rumschlag, Window Restoration Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Janice Rumschlag, Window Restoration Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Ted & Allison Kiper, Small Project Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Ted & Allison Kiper, Small Project Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Halle Miroglotta & Cesar Ramirez, Small Project Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Halle Miroglotta & Cesar Ramirez, Small Project Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Heidi Hockberger & Tony Greif, Small Project Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Heidi Hockberger & Tony Greif, Small Project Honorable Mention | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Morgan Richardson, Green Project Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

Morgan Richardson, Green Project Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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Tricia Letrero & Juan Alvarado, Landscape Design Winner | 2023 Driehaus Bungalow Awards

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