Over 320 beautiful color photos and concise text address reclaiming lost outdoor areas and transitioning them into useful, enjoyable spaces. This delightful book provides ideas to create outdoor rooms for lounging, dining, kitchens, and children's spaces in front and back yards. "Before" and "After" images help readers visualize the myriad possibilities they can create. Professionals will find inspiration with specific examples of design details and solutions for their clients, because "good design is in the details." Homeowners, landscape designers, architects, and do-it-yourselfers all will find ideas they can use.