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# Denise Dering Design

Original Houzz profile: [Denise Dering Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/denise-dering-design-pfvwus-pf~939531871)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers
- **Location:** Elmhurst, IL
- **Serves:** CALIFORNIA, ILLINOIS, MICHIGAN, WISCONSIN
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2026), for Design, Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- 5 Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 25,000 Ideabook Saves

Interior Design ~ Landscape Design

Serving the Chicago metro area since 1994!

Enhancing Synergy Between Inside & Outside!

Garden Design~Pergolas~Gazebos~
Decks~Pools~Lighting~
Outdoor Entertaining~Kitchens~Baths~
Space Planning~Color Choices~Design
For Inside & Out!

### Services Provided

- Landscape Design
- Garden Design
- Hardscaping
- Landscape Plans
- Patio Design
- Drought Tolerant Landscaping
- Site Planning
- Custom Fire Pits
- Pool Landscaping
- Custom Water Features
- Swimming Pool Design
- Gazebo Design & Construction
- Outdoor Lighting Design
- Deck Design
- 3D Rendering
- Project Management
- Drafting
- Organic Gardens
- Pond Construction
- Shed Design & Construction
- Edible Gardens
- Custom Bocce Ball Courts
- Living Walls
- Greenhouse Design & Construction
- Natural Swimming Pools
- Dog Run Construction
- Artificial Living Walls
- Rooftop Deck Installation
- Green Roofing
- Barn Design & Construction
- Landscape Supplies
- Construction Drawings
- Deck Building
- Deck Repair
- Masonry
- Pool Design
- Trellis Construction

### Areas Served

- CALIFORNIA
- ILLINOIS
- MICHIGAN
- WISCONSIN

### Typical Job Cost

Prices for consultation, design & plans.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Denise Dering Design |
| Address | Elmhurst, Illinois 60126, United States |
| Phone | (708) 205-1032 |
| Website | http://denisederingdesign.houzz.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 539 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — http://facebook.com/denisederingdesign
- LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/in/deniseadering

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Denise Dering Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/denise-dering-design-pfvwus-pf~939531871)
- **Website:** http://denisederingdesign.houzz.com
- **Phone:** (708) 205-1032

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- HIOUZZ AWARD LANDSCAPE DESIGN

- **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2026), for Design, Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews**

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — d\_eusenberg, Dec. 2016**

> Denise is a pleasure to work with.  She has very cohesive ideas and is creative in her design.  I always felt that she had the time for me and seemed energized to help me.   A great designer!

**★★★★★ — juje03, Dec. 2016**

> Loved working with Denise.  She truly listens to what you have to say and works within your budget.
> I am very glad I found her since I had hired interior designers previous to her and felt that they were always trying to get me to buy something I did not want or were  3-4 times my budget.
> Denise was very easy to work with and my front room looks beautiful yet comfortable

**★★★★★ — Diane Graham, Sept. 2016**

> Denise Dering Design has helped update and renovate my home over the past several years, inside and out.  Her fresh perspective and design energy to bring the inside & outside of my home together was refreshing.
> Natural elements like hardwood floors, granite, stone and natural woven wood shades & beautiful color choices have brought my home to life!

**★★★★★ — Therese Rath, Sept. 2016**

> Denise was great, she took the time to listen to what we wanted, and also gave us some creative options.  Would definitely work with Denise again!

**★★★★★ — gillianwells, Aug. 2016**

> Our family has used Denise Dering Design for two projects: one indoor and one exterior. Denise's attention to detail and personal touch left us completely satisfied with our family room updating. She assisted us with a television wall unit, a sideboard cabinet, a sofa, recliner, Queen's chair with ottoman, as well as matching it all to the area rug, paint colors, and window treatments. Amazingly, she made us feel like we were her top priority at all times, although I am sure she had many clients. She was professional with us,  yet friendly at the same time; she followed up with arrival dates and ensured that we were taken care of. We were so pleased with her work IN our home, that we asked her to redesign our landscaping which included two "islands" of greenery, trees on the side of our home, a patio renovation, and a vegetable garden. Her suggestions for improving the look of our home were innovative and her instincts are on point. Now in our third season with this new garden/landscaping, we couldn't be happier with how the new transplants have taken to our yard. In addition, last year when one of our Japanese Maples did not survive the harsh winter, SHE took the lead on making sure it was replaced (under warranty) at no charge or inconvenience to us.
>
> We cannot recommend DDD more enthusiastically. She is reliable, professional, and will individualize your home to your needs.

**★★★★★ — lockea, June 2013**

> Her interior and exterior designs are exciting and beautiful!  I love seeing what she is working on and wished she was in NC!

## Selected projects

- [2023 Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2023-interiors-pj-vj~7125417)
  - Location: Elmhurst, IL
  - Photos: 80
- [Woodland Shores & Cottage Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/woodland-shores-and-cottage-retreat-pj-vj~7004630)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 60
  - Description: Rain garden creation. Drought tolerance garden. Low Maintenence. Privacy.
- [Beach House on Lake & Dunes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beach-house-on-lake-and-dunes-pj-vj~6961327)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 22
  - Description: Critical Coastline Dunescape Homes
- [Lake Michigan Dunes Landscape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-michigan-dunes-landscape-pj-vj~6961368)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Greenhouse Gardens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenhouse-gardens-pj-vj~6961324)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 24
  - Description: Custom Greenhouse, Aroma & Dietary Gardens, Flower Gardens with Water Feature, Art & Lighting.
- [Garden Oasis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-oasis-pj-vj~6961319)
  - Location: Chicago, Illinois
  - Photos: 46
  - Description: Garden area with Lighting, Custom Structure, Water Feature, Spatial Awareness, Aroma & Dietary Gardens, Custom Art & Fencing.
- [Edible Gardens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/edible-gardens-pj-vj~6961269)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 78
  - Description: Plant Food not Lawns
- [27 Years of Landscape Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/27-years-of-landscape-design-pj-vj~6911359)
  - Location: Chicago, Illinois
  - Photos: 68
  - Description: Color, texture, lighting, comfort, casual, timeless outdoor living!
- [27 Years of Landscape Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/27-years-of-landscape-design-pj-vj~6911341)
  - Location: Chicago, Illinois
  - Photos: 125
  - Description: Color, texture, lighting, comfort, casual, elegant!
- [Happy Holidays Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/happy-holidays-design-pj-vj~6793338)
  - Location: Chicago, Illinois
  - Photos: 57
  - Description: Holiday Decor Designs
- [Native Plantings Only!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/native-plantings-only-pj-vj~6576100)
  - Location: Chicago, Illinois
  - Photos: 1
- [27 Years of Landscape Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/27-years-of-landscape-design-pj-vj~6569408)
  - Location: Chicago, Illinois
  - Photos: 91
- [Seasons Greetings from Denise Dering Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/seasons-greetings-from-denise-dering-design-pj-vj~6463857)
  - Location: Chicago, Illinois
  - Photos: 100
  - Description: Interior Space Planning & Seasonal Design
- [Interior Design 25 years](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/interior-design-25-years-pj-vj~6334638)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 130
  - Description: Modern / Coastal / Contempory / Updated
- [Landscape Design 25 years](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/landscape-design-25-years-pj-vj~6334629)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 221
  - Description: Coastal to Woodland / Organic Garden / Layered
- [25 years of Design - Interior / Landscape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/25-years-of-design-interior-landscape-pj-vj~6008897)
  - Location: Chicago, Illinois
  - Photos: 202
- [25 Years of Design!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/25-years-of-design-pj-vj~6010291)
  - Location: Chicago, Illinois
  - Photos: 119
  - Description: By blending styles, art, furniture, bringing in new & also cherished pre owned items, we mix modern elements with vintage charm!
- [25 Years of Design/Interior & Landscape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/25-years-of-design-interior-and-landscape-pj-vj~6008860)
  - Location: Chicago, Illinois
  - Photos: 84
- [Interior Design 2019....](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/interior-design-2019-pj-vj~5977665)
  - Location: Chicago, Illinois
  - Photos: 107
  - Description: Festive Holiday Looks to Casual Chill Spaces
- [Landscape Garden Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/landscape-garden-design-pj-vj~5873117)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 41

[See all 25 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/denise-dering-design-pfvwus-pf~939531871)

## Ideabooks

- [DENISE DERING DESIGN](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101194568/list/denise-dering-design) — 159 ideas
- [My Projects](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117150913/list/my-projects) — 39 ideas
- [denisederingdesign's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7341788/list/denisederingdesign-s-ideas) — 21 ideas

[See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/denisederingdesign)

## Community Q&A

**Q: What color are the walls** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: WALLS ARE BENJAMIN MOORE HISTORICAL COLORS COLLECTION HC-45 SHAKER BEIGE IN SUN ROOM, THANKS FOR ASKING!

**Q: Fence?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Who is the fence manufacturer?  Is it Aluminum?

A: CUSTOM DESIGN BY CARPENTER

**Q: what are purple plants called** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Good Evening & Thank you for all your interesting questions & answers!!!

David Austin Mary Roses
May Night Salvia & Lime Creepers
That’s it!  But, thanks for all the input, y’all!
The fence was made custom by a dear artisan friend who has since passed away.
Thank you for all your interest!
Kind Regards,

Denise
Denise Dering Design
Denise.Dering@gmail.com
708-209-5847

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*