Custom Deck Builders
Does your outdoor space need
revitalization? One of the very best ways to increase and improve your living
space is to build a custom deck. The best deck designs take into account your
family’s unique lifestyle, and create an area that will add to your enjoyment
of both your home and your green space. Imagine having your morning latte or
espresso on your beautiful second-storey deck, watching birds in the trees and
enjoying the fresh spring air. Host your child’s summer birthday party outdoors
with laughter and splashing in the pool and cake and ice cream on the deck.
Picture hosting friends for an al fresco meal followed by conversation around
the fireplace as the autumn sun sets. Or, think of sipping a glass of red wine
with your spouse while soaking in your hot tub and watching the snow fall
gently around you. A custom deck builder can work with you to imagine the
perfect outdoor space and then help to make it happen!
Trends in Decks
A deck is a raised platform near
or attached to your home that offers you a vantage point to enjoy your
property’s green space. It can be a few feet off the ground or attached to an
upper storey of the home. It can incorporate features such as hot tubs or
swimming pools, or it can be a more flexible space. Of course, it can be built
to virtually any size, shape or configuration. Materials for deck building
include natural wood or composites made of wood combined with manmade materials
such as plastics.
Some of the hottest new trends in
decks include:
- Focus. Some homeowners build a deck that focuses on a single purpose. A large deck surrounding a swimming pool is the classic ideal for this type of deck, but your deck could also focus on a hot tub, a gazebo, a fireplace, a wood stove or an outdoor kitchen.
- Multi-level. Some homeowners prefer creating different spaces by varying the levels of the deck. This means that several activities can be taking place at once, ideal for busy families!
- Built-in elements. Building in benches, storage cupboards and other useful elements can help to give your deck numerous purposes. Railings are necessary for decks that are raised more than a few inches;these railings often become an integral part of the design.
- Shape. Today’s designers know that the deck is a feature that bridges the outdoor space with your indoor space and will often suggest shapes that work to create flow. These rarely resemble old-fashioned square or rectangular decks, but more typically follow more natural curving lines.
Choosing a Custom Deck Builder
The possibilities are virtually
endless. The cost of building a deck is substantially smaller than most renovation or building
projects, and with the help of a good
design-build firm, you can take your deck from concept to completion easily and
efficiently. Design-build companies streamline the process by maximizing
communication and accountability.
Check out some of Toronto’s
amazing design-build companies and get started on your custom deck. Enjoy the
great outdoors – without ever leaving home!
