This new, practical outdoor design series contains all you need to know to achieve beautifully designed outdoor spaces. Here Clare Matthews demonstrates how to build stunning paved areas the easy way, without the cost of calling in the professionals, accompanied by stylish photography by Clive Nichols. The book begins by covering all the essentials for planning and design, including assessing the site, choosing materials and lighting, before moving onto the practicals of building and maintaining a patio or path. A section on inspiring paved designs follows, which includes tips for creating a rural retreat, a Mediterranean style patio and how to tackle a small town garden.