17 Great Ideas for Better Outdoor Living

Tour this newly renovated California deck and patio, and find ideas for creating an outdoor room full of comfort and practical amenities.

Ultimate Outdoor Room

This 3,000-square-foot deck and adjoining patio boasted spectacular ocean views, yet felt uninviting and saw surprisingly little use. However, a renovation that combined indoor luxuries with the pleasures of outdoor living, created an outdoor living space to envy. Tour the highlights, then use these ideas in your own backyard.