Your deck isn’t just your outdoor living space; it can also be considered an extension of your home’s square footage. If you haven’t already built a deck for your home, now is the time to not only have a deck designed but also to integrate it into your home’s modern design for a seamless finish. If you already have a deck, you can have your deck builder design a seamless outdoor-indoor finish to your decking and home design, creating a beautiful house you can enjoy both inside and out.
Here are some suggestions for creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living design for your deck and home’s modern design. Your deck builder will help you create an ideal decking solution based on your budget, intended use, and more. You’ll also learn how to choose a deck builder and gather some ideas to make your home’s interior and exterior living spaces as seamlessly intertwined as possible.
Choosing A Deck Builder
To create a decking system that complements your home’s current design, consider hiring a custom deck builder. A specialist can design a deck that fits your home’s aesthetic and will construct it as well. Custom deck builders are ideal for homeowners who want a unique deck that goes beyond standard designs.
When picking a deck builder, ask family and friends for recommendations. Observe existing decks to see if you like their design and construction, then inquire about the builder. This way, you’ll know you’re getting a beautiful deck that blends well with the interior of your home.
Ideas For Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living
The goal of transitioning your deck for indoor-outdoor living is to make the transition as seamless as possible by ensuring the features and design of the deck match the room it’s connected to. Often, decks are built off patios and side porches, making it easier to integrate them into your indoor-outdoor living space. Here are some ideas to consider.
Choose Decking Materials That Are Suitable for Indoor-Outdoor Design
A deck doesn’t have to contain only outdoor materials like common timber and composite materials. Instead, consider using indoor-outdoor decking materials such as carpeting, tile, stone, and even brick. These materials can make the deck flooring look just as at home exposed to the sun as it does in an enclosed porch. Speak to your decking designer about materials that work well for both sunrooms and traditional decks. This approach helps make your indoor-outdoor transition more seamless.
Choose The Right Location For Your Deck
Locate your deck off a room that either already has an exterior door or can logically accommodate one. For example, it makes more sense to add a deck to a sliding door off the dining room, kitchen, or mudroom than to a playroom or living area where an exterior exit isn’t typical. Alternatively, you can place a sunroom canopy over a backyard exit to create a covered deck area.
You can still have a private deck outside a bedroom if desired. Just ensure that any household-use decking solution is placed off a part of the home where outdoor entertainment is appropriate for a smoother transition. This way, the deck is not only a seamless and welcome addition to your home but also useful and conducive to the flow of activity between the home and yard.
Choose Sustainable Lighting For Indoor-Outdoor Use
Incorporate solar and other sustainable lighting solutions into your decking design so that the exterior of your home is as well-lit as the interior. This approach helps maintain the modern design flow from your interior living space to the exterior entertaining areas.
Other additions to consider for your outdoor living space include a fireplace or ceiling fans. Your deck specialist will help you decide on the placement of railings and window openings to make the outdoor space as inviting and private as your interior space.
Wrapping Up
Adding a deck to your modern home in a seamless fashion doesn’t have to be difficult. By incorporating elements from your home’s interior into your decking project, you can make your outdoor space as appealing and enjoyable as your interior living space. Contact your deck builder to plan your custom deck and get started.
