Design Ideas for Decks & Patios (Design Ideas Series)

About this book

Design Ideas for Decks and Patios presents ideas styles and the latest trends designed to cater to the outdoor-living needs and desires of todays homeowners. Living it up stylishly in todays casual open-air "rooms" calls for serious design consideration. In this photo-driven book readers will find lots of examples of floating and single- and multi-level decks and attached structures (gazebos pergolas built-ins stairs and railing) and soft-set as well as mortar-based patios. The book also comes with information and tips for choosing a site and shape plus a rundown on material options (wood versus synthetic decking; stone brick interlocking pavers and concrete). In addition Design Ideas for Decks and Patios helps reader make important decisions that will affect how they will use the space: choosing furnishings; controlling light and shade; equipping a cooking area or outdoor kitchen; integrating a pool spa or water feature; outfitting the deck and patio with media accoutrements; and extending the season with a fireplace or fire pit and heating and cooling devices.