Nobody likes mowing the yard. But you probably wouldn't mind designing the look of your yard. Should it have trees? What kind of grass? How about a small pond, fountain, or statue? Now think of what must go into planning parks and whole subdivisions of houses, and you have a clear picture of what landscape architects do. They're designers of outdoor areas, including highways, airport runway systems, and office parks. Like a traditional architect, you'll be consulting with clients, drafting up diagrams, and monitoring the actual construction. You may even get to help restore natural areas like wetlands to their original health—which would give you serious bragging rights with all your eco-minded friends.