Make your outdoors great. From siding to a sunroom to an outdoor spa, learn how to make the most of your home's exterior space. More than 500 fabulous photos make this book the ultimate source of creative ideas and practical solutions for transforming your yard into the ideal outdoor space.

The whole nine yards. Large and small outdoor spaces are featured. Plus, common-sense ideas for dining and entertaining, relaxing, playing, landscaping, accessorizing, and more. It's a terrific help in making the most of what you already have.

Inspiring ideas for every budget. Whatever your budget and locale, here's everything you need to create beautiful outdoor spaces that reflect and enhance your lifestyle -- including dozens of inspiring designs.

Chapter 1: Exterior Appearances
Playing Up Your Best Features
Architectural Elements

Chapter 2: The Entry
The Front Door
The Right Accents
Landing and Porches

Chapter 3: The Approach
Shaping the Landscape
Walks and Paths
Lighting and the Landscape

Chapter 4: Decks
Deck Types
Railing, Stairs, and Built-Ins
Shade and Shelter

Chapter 5: Patios
Patio Types
Patio Materials
Steps and Terracing

Chapter 6: Cooking and Dining
Grills
Cooking Centers
Alfresco Dining

Chapter 7: Relaxing and Escaping
Screened Porches and Sunrooms
Backyard Retreats
Warm Hearths

Chapter 8: Outdoor Recreation
Architectural Pools
Naturalistic Pools
Lap Pools
Recreational Pools
Spas
Enclosing the Pool
Lighting for Safety and Pleasure
Kidsￕ Play Spaces
Game Areas
Open-Air Showers

Chapter 9: Outdoor Dﾎcor
Outdoor Structures
Water Features
Fashionable Outdoor Furniture
Accents and Accessories

Chapter 10: Supporting Features
Fences, Walls, and Gates
Driveways
Garages