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.

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.

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

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

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

Expert insights help the home gardener select and grow beautiful plants. Add spectacular color to a landscape with the latest gardening information from Ortho. Includes scores of photos and in-depth instructions.

Presents the steps of building a new house. Covers tools, materials, and techniques.