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Chief Architect - Better Homes and Gardens Landscaping and Deck Designer 8.0: Windows - $49.99

Have you been gazing out at your deck and longing for something a little different? Maybe you've considered reviving the look of your yard with the help of artfully planted shrubs and flowers. Or perhaps you're craving something entirely new, like a custom-designed outdoor living area, complete with appliances that even allow you to cook outside so you can take full advantage of lazy summer evenings. Whether you're looking to upgrade your deck, design a sumptuous garden or create a stylish and trendy outdoor kitchen, Better Homes and Gardens Landscaping and Deck Designer 8.0 has the tools to help you craft the look you want. Discover outdoor spaces that will fit your needs and make you the envy of all the neighbors. Customize your deck or garden using more than 3,000 design tools and 3,700 plants. The software allows you to design in 2D or 3D or both simultaneously. Design single- or multilevel decks with the Deck Designer tools, use the Polygon Deck Tool to automatically generate a sophisticated shaped deck and even place and arrange outdoor furniture to achieve the perfect setup for dining, sunbathing or friendly conversation. Browse the Plant Encyclopedia for detailed information on popular plants and check the Hardiness Zone Map to discover which plants are most suited to your climate. The program's site planning and cost estimation tools allow you to assign costs and quantities for materials, import terrain elevation data via GPS and design your plans in any view using the advanced 3D camera. With Landscaping and Deck Designer 8.0, your dream of an attractive, inviting outdoor living area is one step closer to becoming a reality.

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