An upper level screen room addition with a door leading from the kitchen. A screen room is the perfect place to enjoy your evenings without worrying about mosquitoes and bugs.

An upper level screen room addition with a door leading from the kitchen. A screen room is the perfect place to enjoy your evenings without worrying about mosquitoes and bugs.

An upper level screen room addition with a door leading from the kitchen. A screen room is the perfect place to enjoy your evenings without worrying about mosquitoes and bugs.

This two level deck in Summit, NJ transitions to a pool and patio. The flooring is Ipe hardwood. The upper deck has a custom cedar bench.
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Upper and lower level deck
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We completed this exterior renovation just in time for our clients to enjoy the last days of summer. In order to bring new life to this backyard, we built a multi-level deck using Trex composite decking. The home-owner wanted a bit of overhead protection for the upper deck so we had a local glass company install a frameless lami-glass canopy, which we supported with fir beams. They completed the design for the upper deck with side-mounted glass guard rails for a cleaner look.

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Photo: Chris Cooper
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Green Acres Ironworks provides a broad range of metal fabrication services. Our installation crews serve Chicago and Northwest Indiana, and we will ship fabricated products nationwide. We fabricate and install railings, staircases, spiral staircases, steel porches, fences, gates, balconies, light structural fabrication, custom fabricated parts, custom tools, hardware, metal restoration, metal sculpture, decorative items, and yard art. We have the capability of fabricating items in steel, brass, and stainless steel.

These Leander clients were looking for a big deck upgrade in a tight space. They longed for better usability of their outdoor living area by way of a dual-level, low-maintenance deck. On each level, they wished for particular accommodations and usage. A gathering area on the upper level and a hot tub on the lower. The result is a tidy Leander TX deck with room to move!

Our clients came to us looking for a complete renovation of the rear facade of their Atlanta home and attached deck. Their wish list included a contemporary, functional design that would create spaces for various uses, both for small family gatherings and entertaining larger parties. The result is a stunning, custom outdoor living area with a wealth of options for relaxing and socializing. The upper deck is the central dining and entertaining area and includes a custom cantilevered aluminum pergola, a covered grill and prep area, and gorgeous concrete fire table and floating wooden bench. As you step down to the lower deck you are welcomed by the peaceful sound of cascading water from the custom concrete water feature creating a Zen atmosphere for the entire deck. This feature is a gorgeous focal point from inside the house as well. To define the different outdoor rooms and also provide passive seating opportunities, the steps have built-in recessed lighting so that the space is well-defined in the evening as well as the daytime. The landscaping is modern and low-maintenance and is composed of tight, linear plantings that feature complimentary hues of green and provides privacy from neighboring properties.

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Lynn Buchmeyer

Perched above the street, this upper-level deck is a study in warmth, proportion, and connection to the outdoors. The rich wood-toned cladding wraps the facade in an inviting, tactile finish, contrasting beautifully with the sleek black-framed glass doors and windows. The architectural balance between horizontal wood grain and vertical glass panels brings rhythm and visual interest to the composition. The expansive glass openings flood the interior with natural light and open directly onto the deck, creating a seamless flow for entertaining or quiet retreat. By aligning the deck with the home's main living level, the space becomes an effortless extension of the kitchen and lounge, inviting alfresco dining or evening conversations under the stars. Durability and performance were as important as aesthetics here. The cladding material was selected for its longevity and ability to withstand Chicago's winters and summers alike. The black window frames provide a strong architectural outline, while the wide deck planks create a grounded, stable surface for gatherings of all sizes. From the street, this space signals the home's dedication to integrating outdoor living into everyday life. From inside, it feels like a private retreat—a place to exhale, unwind, and connect with the seasons.

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Cooking station with custom built cabinets on the top level of the multi-tier deck
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We completed this exterior renovation just in time for our clients to enjoy the last days of summer. In order to bring new life to this backyard, we built a multi-level deck using Trex composite decking. The home-owner wanted a bit of overhead protection for the upper deck so we had a local glass company install a frameless lami-glass canopy, which we supported with fir beams. They completed the design for the upper deck with side-mounted glass guard rails for a cleaner look.