Review - Design Ideas for Decks & Patios (Design Ideas) by Heidi King

Heidi King is a prolific writer and in Design Ideas for Decks and Patios she presents ideas, styles, and the latest trends designed to cater to the outdoor-living needs and desires of present day homeowners. Chilling out in style in today’s informal out door spaces calls for serious design considerations. The book is full of stunning visuals and the reader will find lots of examples of floating, single and multi-level decks. Spectacular annexed structures like gazebos, pergolas, built-ins, patios, stairs and railings are displayed at length. The book comes replete with helpful information and practical tips for choosing site and complimentary shapes for decks. She provides a description for material options - wood versus synthetic decking; stone, brick, interlocking pavers, and concrete. Additionally Design Ideas for Decks and Patios will help you to make significant decisions that will affect the way you will be using spaces around you.

This book gives vital information on selecting the right kind of furnishings, on lights and fixtures, use of sun and shade, and equipping the cooking area if you are so inclined. Also it will help you to plan out better for integrating pools, spas, or other water features that you may want to include on your deck. The book also provides ideas on innovative ways to deal with the elements. It is quite possible to build a fireplace or fire pit and have warmth or to set up cooling devices. Design Ideas for Decks and Patios has everything you need to know about today's trendiest home improvement styles especially for outdoor living spaces.