This impressive 448-page book with more than 1000 step-by-step full-colour how-to photos provides the thorough and reliable information homeowners want and need to create today's attractive outdoor living spaces. Divided into four categories, the book contains: Part 1 'Landscape Structures and Decks', shows you how to build patios, walkways, water gardens, landscape walls, fences, gates...and great decks. Part 2 'Yard and Garden Structures', helps you create a gateway arch, backyard gazebo, composting bin, cold frame, backyard greenhouse...and a kit-built shed. Part 3 'Backyard Woodworking Projects', guides you through variety of great woodworking projects...every one will enhance your outdoor living experience. Part 4 'Lawn Care and Maintenance', helps you create a yard worth caring for - from information on grasses and fertilizing to accent plantings, border treatment and tree care. With "Outdoor Living, The Ultimate Project Guide", the homeowner does not need to be a landscape or building professional to get great results. These pages guide you every step of the way with the ideas and instruction for creating attractive and useful "outdoor rooms".