National design magazines have been writing about patios more than ever this spring. It's easy to see why–patios increase living space and add to a home's resale value. Let’s take a look at what patio styles are on the newsstands: Better Homes and Gardens suggests softening the edges of a patio with a border of flowers. Taller shrubs are suggested for... [Read more...]

Outdoor Environments has designed and built hundreds of decks and outdoor living projects in the Kansas City area. Here is what makes them distinctive: Quality design. Our decks and patios are custom-designed to complement the existing architecture and to make outdoor space more livable. Proper budget considerations. Each project is completed... [Read more...]

National design magazines have been buzzing about outdoor kitchens this month. And for good reason--outdoor kitchens are more distinctive than ever. Let's take a look at what outdoor kitchen styles are on the newstands: House Beautiful showed this large outdoor kitchen in Nantucket. Natural stone and calm lines help it blend gracefully into the landscape. Elle... [Read more...]

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