Alternative Decks $36k-$70k

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First Place

Ravin Builders

Partners: CAMO, Eva-Last, Fortress Building Products, in-lite, Owens Corning Lumber

-A combination of alternative materials on this one!
-Old deck (PT framing) was mildewed, stained, and dirty
-Dog had eaten some of the decking…! as well as all of the furniture and lighting
-Ice was prone to form at the under-deck house entrance
-Owens Corning framing was used as the main frame for the longest life
-Fortress beam used for increased spans, needed due to integral garage doors
-Added a bladder to direct water away from the door
-Creative decking inlay as well as porcelain dining area
-Custom Fortress pergola over the dining area to accommodate lighting
-Built-in waterfall bench with matching bistro table
-Custom-built Fortress/OC dining table frame with a top that perfectly matches the Eva- Last/Daltile inlay underneath it
-Wide use of lighting types to perfectly illuminate new space

Second Place

Austin Deck Company

Partner: TimberTech by AZEK

An outdoor living area and a structurally sound home for the custom spa were the focus of this remodeled deck project. We faced a number of challenges during construction:

  • Due to the significant slope in the backyard and the existing retaining wall, footings needed to be 50% deeper than is typically required. Cutting through rock added an extra challenge for our crew but led to a stable deck that will last decades.
  • The spa needed a concrete slab for stability, which meant framing around it for a seamless transition between deck and spa edge. Framing was designed to allow necessary access for maintenance.
  • The media wall was an important aspect of the project for our homeowner and the pergola needed to span the entire 19 foot width of the deck to achieve the look and feel they wanted. With cantilevered rafters and imbedded posts, we were able to acheive that look and provide stability.
  • Additional features include a tongue and groove ceiling, storage door under the deck, and a color scheme to make this detached deck feel like an extention of the home.

Third Place

Majestic Outdoors

Partner: TimberTech by AZEK

Curved deck designs take the right homeowner and desire for that style. This homeowner knew they needed a new deck and loved the fact we are custom and built from scratch to create a high performing deck that will last. Being original owners of the home, they plan to be there till the end and want a forever deck. The husband travels and wants a deck his wife enjoys while he’s away from home and has a great space to grill and enjoy growing his herb garden. The wife wanted a balcony style, that would have architectural interest and creating a curved balcony delighted her immensely. The plan was for the curved balcony to extend what they currently have and make it flow to the grilling area, with planters. Project is completed, everyone is thrilled, loving every aspect and they have a grilling kitchen and enjoys meals outside. Soon, they remembered it gets hot and when it rains, they don’t grill. Phase 2 solution, a louvered roof pergola and now even more delighted that no matter what the weather is they can sit outside and enjoy. We love curved deck designs and are happy when homeowners have the same enthusiasm.

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