Design Ideas for Decks

Product Description: A successful deck makes the outdoors more enjoyable and functionally expands living space. Design Ideas for Decks provides the design inspiration homeowners need to create the deck of their dreams. Through portfolios of lavish photographs, readers experience the latest trends in deck layouts, decking patterns, built-in seating and storage, railings, and finishes. An easy-to-follow design guide assists readers in creating the deck that best suits the needs of their family and home. This book proves that decks need not be simple, square slabs, but can be distinctive, graceful structures that enhance the appeal - and value - of any home. A portfolio of inspirational ideas to help homeowners choose their dream deck More than 250 color photographs show the latest trends in deck designs Explores a variety of deck styles: basic utilitarian, traditionally decorative, unique custom-built, and more Provides ideas for several configurations, including ground-level, multilevel, and raised decks Gives a fresh look at railings, built-in benches, trellises, arbors, and other built-in features An easy-to-understand design section geared to the nonprofessional takes readers through the basics of the planning process Design tips readers can use on their own projects Extensive Resource Guide Comprehensive index and glossary of important terms Softcover, 128 pages, Published 2003

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• Creative Homeowner Press #CH279534 Design Ideas Deck Patio
• CREATIVE HOMEOWNER PRESS

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A successful deck makes the outdoors more enjoyable and functionally expands living space. Design Ideas for Decks provides the design inspiration homeowners need to create the deck of their dreams. Through portfolios of lavish photographs, readers experience the latest trends in deck layouts, decking patterns, built-in seating and storage, railings, and finishes. An easy-to-follow design guide assists readers in creating the deck that best suits the needs of their family and home. This book proves that decks need not be simple, square slabs, but can be distinctive, graceful structures that enhance the appeal - and value - of any home.