A deck is an incredible element to add to your home. Whether you look at it in terms of entertainment or you consider the value of your home, an amazing deck is great to have. Over time, even the best-maintained deck will succumb to the elements, and will need an upgrade. You can take that opportunity to start fresh, getting a newly designed deck; a design that speaks to your unique tastes, or any number of options. If you have been toying around with the idea of building a new deck, perhaps the following thoughts could help you decide what is best for your overall needs.
Add Shade to Open Areas
The idea of a deck usually brings to mind only one style in the minds of those who aren’t familiar with customizations – a square or rectangle with railing. But as you start to look at the customizations that you can add to a deck, you will realize that you can definitely build something unique to your own design and tastes.
You may choose to build a pergola that casts shade in one area of the deck while the other areas offer an open air design. Add roofing to a section it so that you have the breeze that comes through, and still have that rustic look and feel of decking. Add built in seating and multiple levels, and you could very well have something that is multiuse and worth upgrading for.
Pergolas and Arbors
Consider the unique and sophisticated flair that comes with a pergola or arbor. These structures offer a bit of sleek, classic design and appeal. You could wrap existing landscaping around it, you can set it up as an entry point to your backyard, or you can have a larger pergola to give you some shade mixed with the open air design of your deck. Pergolas offer a very unique solution to add a classic beauty to the deck or the backyard, and can really set you up for real southern leisure.
Enclosed Decking Options
Some homeowners want a bit of privacy from insects and the elements, which is where you could easily use screens or windows. You really don’t have to settle for just one type of solution when it comes to constructing a deck, which is why it’s important to look for inspiration online as you start to consider building a new one. This is especially useful for homeowners who have a lot of greenery around their home and want to feel connected to nature in a rustic manner, but still want the elemental protection that a structure such as this provides.
As you start to see the various options that you have, you’ll realize that there are great conceptual elements that come into play with decks, especially in today’s modern construction world. Let us show you more about pergolas, arbors, and a variety of deck designs. Call us any time for a design consultation and we’ll help you put together something amazing.