Case Study: A Deck that Suits the Slope

The Problem:

Restyle an older home with a new, contemporary outdoor living area. Virtually no level area exists in the backyard.

The Solution:

Start with an angled deck at the home’s rear entry. Terrace the landscaping downhill to a satellite patio.

Accent the main deck with built-in furniture, creating storage, seating, and table surfaces with 2×2 material.

2×4 handrails are covered with black PVC drainage pipe, combining form and function. Posts are accented with ball-top finials in a complementary shade.

Vertical 2×2 rails follow the stairs to the patio below.