Paths and steps have an important part to play in the overall impression of your garden. Ideally, the materials used should reflect the style of the garden and house and any paving or walling. A well-designed path or set of steps can transform or complement any feature in your garden and will invite you to stroll and admire the sights, sounds and scents of the garden.

Patios have a place in almost every garden and are one of the most useful home improvements you can make. Designed well, they are an extremely attractive feature that never needs mowing, feeding or watering. A patio which links house and garden is a great place to sit but a patio can also be situated in a spot which catches the evening sun.

Decks differ from patios in that they are often raised above the ground and can be used to great effect in creating a large, level areaon uneven or sloping ground. The wood gives a feeling of natural comfort by being cool on sunny days but warm to the touch in the evening.

Roof tops, such as one above a garage, may offer an excellent opportunity to provide additional outdoor living space in a cramped environment or for that favoured sun trap. The roof must be capable of supporting a deck, and planning may be required, but these unique spaces expand living areas upward and offer vantage points unnoticed before.

Driveways need to be practical but should flow to the house and provide kerb appeal. As more people begin to appreciate the value of the land around their homes, interest in paving steadily grows due to the many different patterns, styles and colours available. An attractive driveway will make your home welcoming to visitors and give the all important "feel-good factor".

Fences and Screens should become an integral feature of your garden and where fencing used to be uninspiring there are now numerous fence styles and materials to choose from. Screens protect from wind, provide privacy and shade, create defined areas in your garden and conceal unsightly features.

Walls can create beautiful features within a garden - whether by forming a courtyard, a level area within a sloped garden or even a raised flower-bed.

Gates are often designed to be in-keeping with adjoining materials but a simple gate can have a great impact on the overall feeling you wish to portray. For convenience and security you may prefer to incorporate automatic gates which can be operated remotely.

Water Features can be introduced to every size and style of garden to create a delightful retreat. The relaxing sound of running water can be created by a fountain or even a cascade. You may prefer a formal pond or perhaps a natural pond that will attract wildlife and appear as though it has always been part of the landscape. A water garden requires a careful mix of science and art to achieve and then maintain visual harmony and ecological balance.

Pergolas can greatly enhance outdoor living areas by adding a definite style to your patio or deck. Materials and design features can complement the house and provide a link with the garden. Pergolas lend themselves to lighting and give a great opportunity for outdoor entertaining in a garden "room". Climbers, vines and even small trees can be introduced.
Arbours often include a garden seat and provide a romantic sanctuary in a quiet corner of your garden. They are often clad in trellis making them perfect for climbing plants which can be encouraged to climb around, over and through the structure.

Gazebos provide a focal point for a garden and a visual connection between two distinctive areas. They also provide a fabulous spot, shaded by climbers, to view the garden from. They are usually a hexagonal structure built with or without walls or a solid roof. The choice is yours!

Summerhouses are available in many shapes and sizes and add practicality to your garden. There is, however, no need to limited yourself to ready made designs when you may prefer a more stylish and individual summerhouse to portray that extra dimension to your garden.

Hot Tubs and Leisure Spas are designed for outdoor use and can be built into a deck or patio. They can be used at any time of year so you can entertain and enjoy your garden all year round - even in winter! There is a feeling of luxury and positiveness when immersing yourself in a therapeutic spa but it is even more exhilarating lying in the warm water when the air temperature around you is below zero.

Saunas release the build up of tension and allow you to relax and unwind anywhere in the garden. Used on a regular basis, a sauna detoxifies your body, refreshes your skin and relaxes the muscles. After a hard day, where better to do this than in your own garden.

Children Play Areas are a fun and safe environment for children to play in. With careful design, a play area can provide an exclusive retreat for children to use their imagination and yet can be visible from both the house and main garden.

Greenhouses are necessary for the active gardener but can provide the more casual garden owner with a great deal of satisfaction in growing vegetables and plants from seed.

Garages are an integral part of the garden and the house but are often overlooked for improvements. Once garage automatic doors have been experienced they become an essential item on anyone's garden wish list. It is often possible to extend an existing garage to create a garden store.