A Sierra foothills yard is plain, boring and doesn't reflect the beautiful environment around it. So, Matt Blashaw transforms it to reflect its mountain surroundings with a redwood deck and pergola.

This backyard is transformed into the ultimate bachelor pad complete with all the glitz and glamour of a Vegas retreat including a mahogany stained bamboo cabana! A black slate fire pit provides a social gathering space and is topped off with bright blue fireplace glass to really put it over the top. A soothing water feature with a bamboo fountain completes the look of this backyard oasis and gives the feel of poolside Vegas luxury!

A backyard goes from dog disaster to poker haven with the addition of a simple flagstone patio, brand new sod and a deck remodel.

This yard turns from dead veggie garden and an unused side yard, to a sophisticated slate patio and backyard bocce ball court! See how a dead patch of lawn becomes a family fun entertainment area. Also, there's no need to go out and buy an outdoor sofa when you can make one!

This outdated pink pool deck just won't cut it for these new homeowners who have big plans to entertain in their brand new backyard! See how this backyard's cracked putrid pink pool patio goes gets a smooth facelift. And, a hot pool deck gets some cool shade with a redwood shade structure. Plus, a useless bark strip gets nixed and replaced with poolside plants and some outdoor lighting for night swims!

This backyard turns from a muddy swamp and one big electrical nightmare to a rockin' patio entertainment hub. See how a smooth stained concrete pad replaces an ugly paver-patio. Also, some dangerous old misters hanging from electrical wires find their way to the dump and cooler misting fans take their place. Creative fence panels and an outdoor fireplace complete the look and make this backyard fit for some interesting homeowners.

One family's wasted space is transformed into the ultimate outdoor theater with a unique staircase entrance, redwood seating and an inflatable projector screen!

Talk about a blank slate. This backyard has nothing going for it. An ugly stucco wall, dead grass and plants and that's just about it. See how this backyard transforms from dead to lively as a floating deck takes center stage. Also, unusual mulches! Blue glass and rubber bark are key components to this makeover. A sun sail and vibrant sod take this yard to a new level.

This backyard turns from boring backyard to the ultimate hang out spot as an unused side yard gets a custom arbor swing and colorful sandbox for family fun! Also, a small paver walkway gets one major extension; a patio! Just some rock, sand and new pavers and this backyard has a space to entertain. One boulder bench and some new sod complete the look and gets this young family playing outside!

A neglected front yard gets an upgrade with all new planter beds, a formal boxwood hedge and decorative sunken containers.

An old brick barbeque becomes a stylish bar with stacked stone seating and a bordered gravel patio.

It's a whole lot of soggy sod. This young married couple has a great backyard but it's one giant mess when it rains. Plus, they live on the bottom of a slope, so their neighbors water pools in their yard, giving this backyard zero space to hang out. The homeowners thought they needed to build a simple French drain, but they need something better! See how some one wet lawn transforms into a usable draining patio.

It's one boring side-yard with loads of rock and a giant 100- year old olive tree. These homeowners had aspirations of creating a Tuscan setting but couldn't pull it off themselves. See how this backyard turns from a rock pile to an Italian garden with a copper water wall, roman stamped concrete and one hot fire table.

A blank slate backyard becomes a gourmet kitchen with a wood-fire oven and granite-tiled island, set on top of a natural flagstone patio.

This backyard gets an exotic makeover as it's transformed into a bamboo jungle! An old chain link fence and wrought iron cabana are completely remodeled with bamboo fencing and green wood. A unique, bamboo water feature serves as a stunning centerpiece for the yard and at six feet high, the sound of water completely drowns out the freeway noise!

This couple has tons of space in their backyard but no reason to spend time in it. This backyard goes from boring lawn to the ultimate hang out as a sweet galvanized gazebo fills the wasted space. Also, a few metal tables and comfortable lounge seating make this gazebo anything but ordinary. A new walkway, unique light posts and one colorful glass chandelier complete the look and gets this couple chillin' in their backyard.

This tiny yard gets a massive upgrade as it's transformed into a hip, urban retreat with clean lines and a very modern design. The existing concrete pad is stained to infuse color into the yard and poured concrete rectangles with inlaid tile extend the patio space. To top it off, a unique trellis adds vibrant pops of color with high-tech tiles unlike any you've seen before!

It's a yard like no other- sheep, rams and about two hundred acres. See how this interesting yard transforms from a hodgepodge yard to a backyard destination. An uneven flagstone patio gets replaced by a large decomposed granite patio, a few interesting window walls to maintain the view but block the wind and a one of a kind water feature for a one of a kind backyard!

This home brewer's mess of a yard is quickly transformed into the ultimate backyard brewery. A custom steel wrap-around bar with a dual tap beer tower serves as the centerpiece, accented by barstools made from recycled kegs! The party space extends out past the bar to a brick "fryer" pit and a keg table topped with beer caps!

This new house has a backyard that looks like it's got everything going right- a hot tub, brand new outdoor kitchen, even a shade structure! But it's ultra boring! See how this yard becomes a hot tub entertainment hub- complete with a colorful stamped concrete pathway, inviting U-shaped vertical seating walls with a pop of unique colored material, slate mosaic walls and a one of a kind shade structure make this makeover memorable.

This yard is transformed from a barren wasteland of dead grass to a relaxing, woodsy retreat. A dry creek meanders through, creating separate rooms connected by a bridge with a decorative arbor top. Cobble stone patios are placed on both sides along with hammocks and a bubbling, fogging fountain!

This bachelor is one happy homeowner but he's got a neglected landscape that needs some serious help. In just two days, this backyard transforms into the ultimate bachelor pad- complete with a resourceful gravel table, a sweet sail shade, lush sod, innovative ice chests and one luxurious hot tub- making this once pitiful backyard a colorful oasis.

A small, odd shaped yard is transformed into a griller's paradise with the addition of a deluxe barbeque island with built-in seating. Overhead, a redwood arbor with stripes of multi-colored shade cloth adds function and an element of design. Surrounding the patio a plank walkway and mow-free grass expand the usable entertaining space.

What was once a dead lawn, overgrown plants, unused kids toys and outdated backyard accessories gets a facelift. . With a sweet design and hard work, this backyard comes to life as a one hundred year old barn deck is set into place, a concrete chic fire feature and vibrant plants are incorporated into the mix.

A mixed-media patio expands the usable space in this tiny yard and adds artistic flare. Its unique design is composed of several different concrete pavers mixed in with natural flagstone. In the middle of the patio, an "island" is built to showcase a pebble mosaic water feature that anyone can build!