If you have a ground-level deck or patio and would like a bit of privacy, consider building a living wall. It can shield you from the neighbors, surround you with flowers and provide fresh herbs ...

This gorgeous patio extension by @jstreeservicetx involved a bigger patio and a roof extension, creating a seamless transition between the indoor and outdoor living spaces. The planked ceiling and ...

MULTI-LEVEL DECKS: "Space maximization and functionality have long remained priorities for most homeowners' outdoor living designs," says Hendricks. "Multi-level decks have recently spiked in ...