As Spring arrives, snow melts and the aspens start to bud is a great time to consider upgrades to your Eagle County outdoor living style.

1. Add a Hot Tub or Pool to Your Deck

A huge number of homes in towns such as Vail don’t have backyards. No yard, no problem. You can modify your existing deck to support a hot tub that will be an instant attraction to your deck and make it a whole new living space.

2. Add Color to Your Wood Deck

Wood is not always the best choice of deck building materials. However, if you have a deck and it’s getting older, try painting the decking a different color. Make it pop and add warmth in just a few hours.

3. Maximize the Deck Views

Have a deck in Eagle County? Design and add seating and tables to frame the scene for our eyes to focus on amazing sunsets, snowcapped peaks or even downtown or along the Eagle River.

4. Create a Roof or Overhang

Look at adding a structure to create a sitting area that is protected. Small roofs and pergolas can all add roofs and provide shade and interest to your existing deck.

5. Take the Inside Outside

Nobody likes to sit on a hard and uncomfortable wood bench or railing. Look at taking the inside outside with comfortable seating, benches, ultra-comfortable pillows and blankets and outdoor rugs.

6. Add a Hammock or Swing

Add a whimsical spirit to relaxing. Easily add a hammock or porch-style swing and let the days pass while you relax.

7. Open Up the View with New Deck Railings

Improve your railings to improve your views. Consider switching to alternative railing options to be sure views of Vail or Beaver Creek are not impeded. Take a look at railing options with thin balusters, wire or glass panels.

8. Add an Outdoor Fire Pit

Nothing beats an outdoor fire in the mountains. As the sunsets, create a cozy deck space by installing a fire pit on your deck. Add some seating, pillows and a throw and you have to be dragged back inside.

9. Deck Lighting

Add deck lighting on steps, balusters and railings which allows you to spend more time and enjoy your deck even more with an illuminated and inviting space.

10. Add Built in Benches

If you don’t want to have to keep moving seats consider adding a bench that creates structures and seating along the perimeter of the deck.

We are Deck Builders serving Vail, Edwards, Eagle, Avon and more! Are your ready for a new deck, then you’re in the right place. EnVista Builders is one of Eagle County’s premier deck designers and deck builders.

What to Consider for your New Deck Design

Levels and Features, Comfort And Design

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How will you use the deck

What do you want to use your new deck for? Do you have a vacation rental in Silverthorne or Keystone and need a hot tub deck? Does your deck act as a summertime kitchen? Will you host parties on the deck? There are so many uses for a new deck here in Summit County, spending time outdoors on your deck is the perfect place to just kickback, relax and enjoy the views off your deck.

Do you want multiple Levels

After you decide how you want to use your deck, the next step is to consider how many levels the deck will be. You may want a main level with step-down to the ground. Other homeowners may want an outdoor-living space that is centered around an outdoor pool that has features on several levels. 

Light up your outdoor living space

There has been a number of deck lighting advancements that are new so you don’t have to settle for bright spotlights on your deck. The newest design trends incorporate deck rail lights, and more. 

Natural landscape features

Many yards have special features like trees, creeks, large boulders, rocky outcrops and more that can be incorporated into the design of your new deck by building around them. 

Adding Additional Deck Features

Imagine cooking on your grill with a beautiful sunset over Lake Dillon. Why waste space when you can maximize your deck with built-in elements like a kitchen, entertainment center, hot tub, planters, storage benches and more. We can customize your deck design to meet or exceed your expectations.

Pergolas, gazebos and other outdoor structures 

When you’re deciding on your deck design, remember to consider what structures can be included to offer shade and privacy. Another aspect to consider in your deck design is an addition. Here’s a look at some of the possibilities for enhancing your deck design. 

Adding a Pergola

Pergolas are often simple structures that have an open roof design built with post, beams and rafters. They can be free-standing or an attached structure to your home or deck. Pergolas can be used to make a space for an outdoor kitchen, walkways, or simply a shaded area. Pergolas add more shade, character and beauty. 

Adding a Gazebo

Similar to pergolas, gazebos are usually free-standing structures with solid roofs. You can incorporate gazebos into your deck design. You may want them to be open sided or semi-open with walls or railings. Gazebos can embrace just about any style home and may be simple or ornate. They can also be built into a deck to provide a protected area or a great area for entertaining. 

Making your Space Private

We build another of options for privacy. Although Pergolas and gazebos can offer some privacy, but there are other ways to make your deck private on a smaller scale. Privacy walls, screens and lattice walls can be included to ensure you and your guests have an intimate experience on your new deck. 

When you are ready to improve your outdoor living space, we can help you make all your dreams come true! Get in touch with us to design your dream deck.

Why Ground Level decks are a great choice for Summit County

Flexible, Design and Value

There are a number of advantages to ground level decks.

1. Get rid of the railing and steps.

Ground-level decks that are below 30 inches off the ground generally do not require railings. If your deck is low-enough, it may not require any steps. This allows your deck to offer unobstructed views and off a feeling that is less confined. 

2. Awesome for hot tubs and pools. 

If your home is a rental, or a second home, many homeowners here in Summit County need a hot tub. Hot tubs can be installed on any level deck, but a ground-level deck can more easily be designed to accommodate these features. 

3. Flexibility for the deck location. 

Unlike most elevated decks, ground-level decks do not need to attach to your home. Ground-level decks can be built pretty much anywhere around your yard. It’s a great way to showcase a view or prominent landscape feature. Ground-level decks can also be used to conceal uneven or rocky ground, giving you the ability to convert an eyesore area (weeds, stones, etc.) into an awesome outdoor living space. 

4. Design integration

New decks an easily integrate into your existing landscape design. Decks can be built to draw your eyes toward home features (windows), trees (enclose or use planters). One nice feature about ground-level decks is they easily integrate in to your existing home design. 

5. Airflow considerations.

Airflow is one of the most important aspects to consider when building a ground level deck here in Summit County. With feet of snow that sits on many decks, it’s critical to provide proper airflow. Otherwise mildew and rot may begin to spread. We make sure your deck is not be closed off or too close to the ground so you’ll have many years of enjoyment.

So, if you like the look of composite decking, you’re in the right place. EnVista Builders is one of Summit County’s premier deck builders, and composite decks are one of our specialties.