Styles of Decks

Outdoor Living

• Depending on the climate, your deck can be used year round as outdoor living space. The deck surface can be designed to flow through to the family room that has flooring similar in design. An outdoor kitchen completes this living space.

Hillside Design

• A deck built on a sloping lot can present design challenges. A soils engineer determines the best way to build and a designer can draw up plans for multiple levels to take advantage of this space. Decking made with composite material holds up well in harsh weather.

Front Entry

• Many homes have stairs to the entryway. Use this space to build a deck instead that creates a welcoming space for visitors. This deck would be in three short step-up levels, each wide and spacious enough to accommodate chairs for front porch relaxing and potted plants. Ipe wood can be used, which is a hardwood that stands up well in rainy weather.