From basic storage sheds to playhouses, gazebos, and workshops, there's a growing trend toward standalone spaces as attractive alternatives to home additions. Build the outdoor structure of your dreams by doing all or part of the work yourself. This essential do-it-yourself guide will help you make your dreams a reality. All of the techniques and tips you'll need are inside. Build Your Own Shed & Outdoor Projects Manual graphically demonstrates the latest in shed construction techniques, and illustrates every step of the construction process in detail. Select from a catalog of more than 200 expertly prepared plans for building a wide range of outdoor structures, from simple utility sheds to elegant cabanas, cottages, greenhouses, pole buildings, mini-barns, and more. Whether you're looking to build the ideal pavilion, potting shed, or patio furniture--or compact cabin, studio, or home office--you're sure to find it here. Easy-to-follow construction blueprints and materials lists are available for each project to ensure success.