Offers design guidelines for building a patio, discusses foundations, posts, footings, and stairs, and presents a variety of designs.

Shows how to build 12 stylish decks -- simple ground level to multilevel. Projects explained in detail with materials list. Illustrated with 85 full-colour illustrations and 14 full-colour photos.

Over 150 solutions to important landscape problems. Each plan can be used as is or adapted to suit your needs.

Includes instructions on how to: prepare a foundation; build a brick-in-sand patio; build patios of flagstone, concrete, tile, or pavers; build walkways and stairs, decorative stone walls, and retaining walls; and planning lighting; as well as how to care for an older patio.

Everything homeowners need to know about projects including gazebos, sheds, and overheads. Complete plans for fifteen useful backyard projects.

Offers complete plans, materials lists, and instructions for 15 original projects; tips for designing, planning, and budgeting your project; with basic information about tools, materials, and techniques for building.