X-Post, future deck

16 years ago

I posted on the deck forum, but I value the opinions of those in this forum, especially to aesthetics.

We added on the house (a few years ago) and now I want to connect the existing deck (12x20) to the addition, with a nod to resell value, as well as usage. The area is 12' deep and 15'8" wide from main deck to porch. The bay extends 16 1/2" from house. Removal of the small landing will probably be necessary with any decision. The slope of the yard is deceiving, if you follow the lines of the vinyl siding you will see it is level. All options allow for steps to be outside the deck area to access yard.

1. Extend deck straight across. Probably easiest and least expensive.

2. Extend deck across but with a step or two down.

3. Extend across with step downs, but leave area around bay for landscaping.

Your opinions please!

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Comments (5)

cliff_and_joann
16 years ago
I would make a good part of it the same level as your existing deck. We put in a 10 foot box widow (just like you did) and wrapped the eck right up to it. Our main deck is 13 x 20...the deck in front of the box window is 8 x 16
the lower deck is 8 x 16. The reason we split it in two is
because the lower deck is used for a pond viewing deck.

The deck wraps around the new box window.
User
16 years ago
Though I love the look of multi level decks I'm always afraid someone would step back and Oops! OUCH!
Here's a bit of a virtual I did for you with the new deck going straight across to the existing deck and the stairs being moved forward. Oh and some of the existing railing being removed too. Perhaps it could be reused.
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calirose
Original Author
16 years ago
Thanks!
Cliff and Joanne, love the multilevel deck!
Justgotabeme, thanks for the visual! What program do you use?
kiko_gw
16 years ago
I like justgotabeme's virtual, but I would consider making the stairs wider. Do you have a picture of your whole backyard, including the entire existing deck? Then you can get suggestions for the best deck for the yard, not just for that side of the house.
User
16 years ago
You are very welcome. I just used Windows Seven Paint. It's very easy to use. It comes with all Windows programs, but Seven had some wonderful improvements.