Originally Posted by 5Xwen

Spring is finally here in New England and I would like to upgrade my cookie-cutter 10x12 deck to something special. I haven't decided on a deck, patio, or final budget - because I need some design ideas.

I've searched the web w/o much success. Does anyone have suggestions (or pics) for where to go for deck and patio design ideas? I'm thinking I want a place to grill, entertain, have an afternoon cocktail, listen to tunes, relax, have an outdoor fire, take a nap, read...well, you get the idea.