Options to Consider for Your Custom Deck Design
That’s it; it’s time to pull the trigger on the custom deck you’ve been dreaming of for years! Deciding you want to build a custom deck is the easy part; the tricky party? Figuring out what you want your custom deck to look like and the process of achieving that look will be the biggest challenge.
However, at KNO Woodworks, we’re here to help in any way possible, even to offer suggestions. Here are some options to consider for your custom deck!
Consideration Before you Build
Unfortunately, a custom deck doesn’t mean you can build your dream design no matter what; there are some things to consider that might require tweaking in your current design.
Exterior Style & Design
The type of home you have, along with exterior style, may factor in what you can do for the size and style of your new deck. You may want a high-rise deck but live in a Rambler that lacks the height requirement; this may bring you to downsize your desired space to make the deck fit efficiently.
On the other hand, the style and color of your deck may not mesh with the rest of your property. This potential eyesore may not go over well with the household or the rest of the neighborhood, so it’s good to compare and contrast different sample styles.
Functionality
Will you entertain many guests on your deck, or will you enjoy peace and quiet? Are you planning to forge a grill master station or a lounge area? For instance, You could build an additional pergola structure for a more relaxing and private experience on your deck. This will give you more shade and protection from the elements, helping you keep cozy furniture underneath.
Space
The remaining available space in your backyard factors greatly when it comes to the custom design of your deck. Maybe you have a pergola built to close the house, a dug-in pool dead-center, or a privacy fence that blocks most sunlight at specific parts of the day. To truly determine the size and style of your new deck, consider the space you have left.
Popular Deck Designs
Let’s look at some popular deck designs and how they fit respective home types.
Wraparound
You may want to consider a wraparound deck if you desire maximum deck area. Wraparound patios hug multiple sides of your home’s exterior, providing ample space to host guests when the weather is nice. The best houses for wraparound are spacious homes like Victorian, Southern-Style, or Country houses.
High Rise
High rises are great for split-level houses as the patio area might be best suited on the top level. A bonus must be a slight shade area for the outside lower level! An additional benefit of a high-rise deck is the increase in natural light if you grow flowers or herbs.
Low Square
For patio spaces coming out of the first floor of your home, a low square deck gives you a stylish transition from your home’s interior to your backyard. Low square decks do not require post holes dug, which brings the overall cost down significantly, not to mention worrying about the frost line.
Build Your Custom Deck With KNO Woodworks
When it’s time to build the custom deck of your dreams, call on KNO Woodworks for trusted installation and creation.
Start your project online today or give us a call at 612-226-5172 today!