Cable Railing posts embedded into Brazilian Walnut (IPE) decking.
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The view terrace is the signature space of the house. First seen from the entry, the terrace steps down to wind-protected fire-bowl, surrounded by tall glass walls. Plantings in bowl make for a terrific area to relax. House appearance described as California modern, California Coastal, or California Contemporary, San Francisco modern, Bay Area or South Bay residential design, with Sustainability and green design.

DesignRail® with LED under rail lighting. Nat Rea Photography and Don A. Johnson Builder
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This deck located in Darnestown MD includes a curved design with circular landing and sitting areas. It includes Fiberon Ipe decking, Fiberon curved composite railing with aluminum spindles and collars, low voltage lighting and a PVC fascia.

1st Place Winner: Beautiful deck and railings by Bob Kiefer, Decks by Kiefer. Location: Montclair, NJ
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Linda, Pete Wodzinski Construction
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Designed and built with modern, low-maintenance materials, this second story deck is framed with two-tone railing and highlighted with a two-tone floor board pattern. Custom deck design and construction by Archadeck in St. Louis Mo.

Nat Rea Photography
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The bronze color and rounded shape of this aluminum cable railing system blends perfectly with the surrounding trees and wooden materials.
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Timbertech PVC Capped Composite Deck with Westbury Full Aluminum Railing with under Deck Skirting
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Terrain Collection offers the timeless appeal of warm earthy tones with a natural beauty that beckons and inspires. Shown here in Silver Maple, other colors include Brown Oak and Sandy Birch. The scalloped edge of all Terrain Collection boards make these affordable alternatives with the same superior quality and low maintenance that homeowners have come to expect from TimberTech capped composites. Capped with a protective polymer shell, Terrain Collection is scratch, stain and fade resistant and backed by an additional 25 Year Fade and Stain Warranty for total peace of mind.

Boat themed home in Waterford, CT, with Feeney DesignRail® aluminum railing, with CableRail infill & LED lighting. Credit: Nat Rea Photography Builder: Laschever Building Company LLC

Why pay for a vacation when you have a backyard that looks like this? You don't need to leave the comfort of your own home when you have a backyard like this one. The deck was beautifully designed to comfort all who visit this home. Want to stay out of the sun for a little while? No problem! Step into the covered patio to relax outdoors without having to be burdened by direct sunlight. Photos by: Robert Woolley , Wolf

Craig Westerman
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Built in bench using TimberTech decking materials. Very low maintenance. Photos by Doug Woodside, Decks and Patio Covers
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The upper level of this gorgeous Trex deck is the central entertaining and dining space and includes a beautiful concrete fire table and a custom cedar bench that floats over the deck. The dining space is defined by the stunning, cantilevered, aluminum pergola above and cable railing along the edge of the deck. Adjacent to the pergola is a covered grill and prep space. Light brown custom cedar screen walls provide privacy along the landscaped terrace and compliment the warm hues of the decking. Clean, modern light fixtures are also present in the deck steps, along the deck perimeter, and throughout the landscape making the space well-defined in the evening as well as the daytime.

AZEK Deck's Silver Oak has the aged look of teak with the rich personality of weathered wood. And, paired with white AZEK Premier Rail, it creates a warm and inviting space. All low maintenance, stain- and scratch-resistant AZEK Deck products carry a limited lifetime warranty and are designed to last beautifully. Available in 17 colors and several grain textures, AZEK Deck has a color to complement any housing exterior allowing you to personalize your backyard experience. Consider topping off your AZEK Deck with a pergola made of AZEK Trim to create a gorgeous and completely low maintenance outdoor space.