This book shows how choosing the most suitable material to match the approp riate choice of plants can help to create living spaces with plenty of atmo sphere outdoors. Traditional elements which are found in all gardens are co nsidered, such as making fences and gates attractive boundaries, creating e ye-catching decorative garden furniture as well as the paving surrounds for water features and seating areas. The book also includes a chapter on intr oducing contemporary metalwork into the garden using aluminium, copper and iron. Accompanied by a stunning collection of photos, the book is an inspir ational aid for anyone who has ever intended to put in a pergola, stone sta tues or an area of paving.