Deck Designs: Ideas for Raised Decks

Deck with a Pergola

The towering height of the house and the steep grade of the lot called for a large, elevated deck like this one. Featuring shade from the pergola and privacy from the lattice railing, it provides an outdoor extension for everyday living.

To avoid a heavy appearance, the deck is supported by a minimal number of support beams, leaving the underneath uncluttered and free for other uses. The support posts and railings are wrapped in 1-inch pine to produce a more substantial visual structure. Decorative details, such as arches and plinth blocks at the column bases, provide an architectural sensibility that blends with the home.