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“The Outdoor Shower: Creative Design Ideas for Backyard Living, from the Functional to the Fantastic,” by Ethan Fierro (Storey Publishing, $19.95)
When Stella McCartney installed an outdoor shower on the roof of her London home, neighbors campaigned for its removal. Whether or not they objected to watching her wash, surely outdoor showering in a cold climate cannot be a fun activity.
But in the Colorado summer, stepping into the sunshine for your morning soapdown sounds wonderful. Running wet through the snow? Perhaps not. But here the author explains several outdoor design options including glass cubicles, tree-mounted plumbing and solar-powered hot water. | Antonia Blyth
