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Patio - mid-sized contemporary patio idea in Bologna with decking and a gazebo

Raised decks attached to house and strategically placed under large Yuccas. Photo Clark Dugger
Deck - mid-sized contemporary backyard deck idea in Los Angeles with no cover

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Country screened-in porch idea with decking

Photo: William Waldron
Trendy rooftop rooftop deck photo in New York with a pergola

Example of a trendy pool design in Dallas with decking

This is an example of a traditional screened-in porch design in Minneapolis with decking and a roof extension.

Stephen Karlisch // This lakeside home was completely refurbished inside and out to accommodate 16 guests in a stylish, hotel-like setting. Owned by a long-time client of Pulp, this home reflects the owner's personal style -- well-traveled and eclectic -- while also serving as a landing pad for her large family. With spa-like guest bathrooms equipped with robes and lotions, guest bedrooms with multiple beds and high-quality comforters, and a party deck with a bar/entertaining area, this is the ultimate getaway.

Photographer: Chris Bucher
Example of a classic backyard deck design in Indianapolis with decking and no cover

Mid-sized trendy backyard deck photo in San Francisco with decking and no cover

Mike Schwartz
Example of a trendy backyard deck design in Chicago with decking and no cover

Design ideas for a contemporary privacy backyard concrete paver landscaping in Orange County with no cover.

Modern ski chalet with walls of windows to enjoy the mountainous view provided of this ski-in ski-out property. Formal and casual living room areas allow for flexible entertaining. Construction - Bear Mountain Builders Interiors - Hunter & Company Photos - Gibeon Photography

Casey Dunn
This is an example of a small scandinavian back porch design in Austin with decking and a roof extension.

Deck - transitional deck idea in Grand Rapids

Inspiration for a large transitional deck remodel in Boston with decking, no cover and a bbq area

Cory Holland Photography
Deck - traditional backyard deck idea in Seattle with decking and no cover

John Granen
Example of a trendy backyard deck container garden design in Seattle with no cover

Deck photo in DC Metro with a bbq area

Who lives there: Asha Mevlana and her Havanese dog named Bali Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Size: Main house (400 sq ft), Trailer (160 sq ft.), 1 loft bedroom, 1 bath What sets your home apart: The home was designed specifically for my lifestyle. My inspiration: After reading the book, "The Life Changing Magic of Tidying," I got inspired to just live with things that bring me joy which meant scaling down on everything and getting rid of most of my possessions and all of the things that I had accumulated over the years. I also travel quite a bit and wanted to live with just what I needed. About the house: The L-shaped house consists of two separate structures joined by a deck. The main house (400 sq ft), which rests on a solid foundation, features the kitchen, living room, bathroom and loft bedroom. To make the small area feel more spacious, it was designed with high ceilings, windows and two custom garage doors to let in more light. The L-shape of the deck mirrors the house and allows for the two separate structures to blend seamlessly together. The smaller "amplified" structure (160 sq ft) is built on wheels to allow for touring and transportation. This studio is soundproof using recycled denim, and acts as a recording studio/guest bedroom/practice area. But it doesn't just look like an amp, it actually is one -- just plug in your instrument and sound comes through the front marine speakers onto the expansive deck designed for concerts. My favorite part of the home is the large kitchen and the expansive deck that makes the home feel even bigger. The deck also acts as a way to bring the community together where local musicians perform. I love having a the amp trailer as a separate space to practice music. But I especially love all the light with windows and garage doors throughout. Design team: Brian Crabb (designer), Zack Giffin (builder, custom furniture) Vickery Construction (builder) 3 Volve Construction (builder) Design dilemmas: Because the city wasn’t used to having tiny houses there were certain rules that didn’t quite make sense for a tiny house. I wasn’t allowed to have stairs leading up to the loft, only ladders were allowed. Since it was built, the city is beginning to revisit some of the old rules and hopefully things will be changing. Photo cred: Don Shreve