CrestviewWe created a unique roof line that cannot be referenced (Google it). A convex-curve transitioning to a double concave-curve on a steeple pitch center that rolls and transitions from arch to belly. Custom curved LVL beams form the structures unique footprint on similarly unique columns created by blending nature, framing, masonry, and plant life all in one. Our engineer initially turned the project down when we required the structure have vaulted ceilings to match and roll with the same grace as the top surface. We proposed a unique feature and designed a compression ring that would hold multiple hips suspended at the top with no additional load bearing support. To our surprise, our engineer was able to pass this innovation which was the key factor in bringing this project to life. This incredible open-porch design was the greatest challenge of our career, it brought out the best of what we could do from design and implementation perspectives. Degree of difficulty, 10/10! From bending beams, fabricating the steel support, bending and shaping plywood sheathing, Bending, shaping and finishing the underside upside down while custom cutting every shingle to match the curve, emphasizes the efforts achieved and rewards us with its originality.
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LARKSPUR
We took 5 colors and 3 sizes to lay all this out going 4 different directions. The framework was super cool to create and we had no less fun installing flooring. To make this even more creative and keep it from looking like the display you would find at your local retailer, we decided to continue the patterns transitioning thru elevations and down the stairs. We inlaid creative patterns in separate sections, each section was of a different color and a different size or combination. When a section repeated, it followed the same trend for that material. The 4" boards angle and cascade down the stairs where each fascia piece was crafted from 6" boards of the same color and mitered on the sides to match all the angles. We couldn't propose a northstar, celtic knot or "area rug" design to our clients so we brought everything original. Focusing on bold, colorful and 100% creative ways to transform the typical use of materials. The pergola and privacy screens were created using the same concept of colors. We told ourselves there was a way to win awards without having to curve boards and create circles.. I hope we were right?
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Bonanza.We had a very strict budget, 16 years of saving finally gave our client the means to own a deck. It’s a small yard and we maxed out the setback of the property to the inch. We were given the freedom to create a design that was not only mind blowing but budget conscious. Scrap flooring from previous projects played a roll in allowing us to put it to good use and at the same time use our creativity. The project initially exceeded the budget and we had elevation issues preventing us from fulfilling the complete concept. We elected to build the lowest level by intentionally pouring a cement base to utilize a sleeper system for anchoring our flooring. This ended up very friendly for the project as it eliminated high cost at the time lumber, caisson supports, beams and all the labor, plus it allowed us to meet elevation requirements. High contrast color inlays wrapped in double borders of matching colors sharply define each space. Wrapping the staircase around the entire front perimeter keeps the yard open and accessible. RBG multi-color lighting illuminates the whole yard at night. This little 245 sq ft deck explodes with personality.
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FIRESTONE STEEL
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This steel, stone and concrete project brings the absolute sense of everlasting construction. Built on Steel I beams, TJI Joists, 3/4" subfloor and a full wrap of 45 mil epdm liner. This project is rated to hold multiple vehicles and was constructed specifically to hold weight. There was no way, wood, composite or any other common materials could do. The goal was afterall, "everlasting". A re-bar cage reinforces the 4" solid slab of stamped concrete, warming your feet with a glycol radiant floor heating system. The all steel-framed staircase is completed with the same bedded, stamped concrete treads. The custom welded iron railings bring clean horizontal lines adding a simple modern look to this imposing feature of a deck. Stone wrapped posts and fascia extend the house veneer along with the solid slab stamped concrete outdoor kitchen complete with pellet grill, pizza oven and fire bowl. Under counter and under deck lighting make this project glow in the night after family enjoys the shade under the custom fabricated steel and stone pergola with reverse stairstep rafter details. "Unique" doesn't even begin to describe this formidable project. Free of monotonous curved composite deck boards, this project epitomizes originality and craftsmanship.
FOREST FLOOR
This once in a lifetime project, is a concept unlike any other and the 1st of its kind. This log slice deck encorporates a congregation of exclusive ideas all wrapped up into a true work of art. 10 tons of Rounded river boulders set into groupings and pedestals thru cement foundations ensure none will ever move. Glue lam beams support a SYP frame that hugs the boulder outcroppings thru multiple elevations and supports a subfloor coated with a rubbarized membrane. 120 gallons of exterior grade UV-resistant, non-yellowing epoxy encapsulates 600lft of 100,000hr LED rope lights gleaming from beneath multiple varieties of natural log rings. It would be a dishonor to judge this deck without realizing we got lucky enough to find "Black Walnut" along with Peach, Olive, Birch, beetle kill lodgepole pine and many others. All flooring is affixed in an encapsulation of epoxy, planed and sanded to a smooth finish showcasing the amazing variety of colors, shapes and natural ring designs. To keep it modern, RBG lighting on all elevations change colors and create the appearance that the deck floats without a frame. The wood ring concept and lighting that glows from below are both first of its kind!
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Prairie FireWe entered the railing category due to the intricate curvature of the deck and how the rail hugs those lines with perfection and helps to border the beautiful patterns with so much stunning visual appeal. The overall shape and size of the floorplan can hold its own without all the color but one can’t deny that all the bending and curvature bordering everything doesn’t just blend it together all in one. Custom curved “by hand” railing flows and rolls with perfection around the lines, anchored by 40″ stone columns that flank and highlight the double juliet accents cantilevering out into the open. Tremendous views are captured off of the overlook after traversing a color matching S-curved staircase. While curving around existing trees and landscape, we respected the space and absolutely maximized the decks potential
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LOCKDOWN LOOKOUT
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So magnificent is the near random pattern that one cannot be in awe of its colorful beauty. (9) days to plane and tape joists led us to the rules.. No color was to touch itself, no board could break on the same joist and every bay required at least 2 boards. 10,000 countersunk screws, 10,000 screw plugs later, we end up where every section of this 1,300 sqft deck could be its own pattern and every section is worthy to be its own deck. Every bay of color between the borders are beautifully balanced and visually appealing. Never before since the introduction of multi-width boards has it been achieved to use every size along with every color to create a restoration to the extent of what we ended up with here. Stone wraps the new corner columns and iron railings complete the project with a final touch of elegance.
Good ViewWe chose the limitless category to highlight the fact we used alternative methods of construction to achieve our end goal. We were provided a basic footprint and area of construction for an interesting, modern shaped deck. We weren’t able to build a deck so far into the yard due to property line setbacks but that’s where the best mountain views and sunsets were. We were allowed to build a patio that far out but we were also trying to create the closest match to a hardwood floor outdoors as we could. Timbertech’s Azek line fit perfectly between slight color variations and multi-width boards. Our guys nailed the random pattern of sizes, colors and it would’ve been a bummer to not continue that look all the way out thru the patio. We poured the patio, skirting the deck rule, used the Dekorators sleeper system to anchor the deck pattern throughout the project keeping it all looking like one. All curved borders and elevation changes with curved horizontal railings add that extra level of sleek.
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