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 illu

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 sta

Photos and text explain how to design a lighting system that fits your family's needs.