James Moylan

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Designing with TimberTech AZEK Decking: 3 Considerations before You Start

Posted in: TimberTech Azek

James Moylan

Monday, April 27, 2020

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One of the best benefits of working with high-quality wood-alternative decking in Northern Virginia and Maryland is the ability to get creative with your layout and design. For Design Builders, using this kind of decking offers tremendous flexibility. If you’re going for a more straightforward look, you can always opt for the traditional staggered plank approach. However, if you want to infuse some additional personality and life into your deck, wood-alternative decking offers variety. If you like TimberTech AZEK for your outdoor living area, Design Builders has three key considerations to keep in mind before finalizing your design.

Considerations for Adding a Rooftop Deck

James Moylan

Friday, April 24, 2020

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Rooftop Decks Designs and How Design Builders Creates Them

As 2020 rolls on, rooftop decks are becoming an excellent way to gaining more space in Washington DC.  Tight city quarters where building a deck outward might simply not be an option. If you are considering this addition, Design Builders has created a laundry list of things to ponder before taking on this endeavor, and deciding whether this is the right choice.

Products & Changes for TimberTech AZEK Decking

Posted in: AZEK

James Moylan

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

 

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TimberTech AZEK is a popular product for decking in Northern Virginia and Maryland, and Design Builders is a big fan!   TimberTech AZEK wood-alternative decking recently announced what's new for the company and the upcoming season. Read on to see what they have in store for this coming year.

Outdoor Kitchen Design Trends for 2020

Posted in: kitchen, outdoor kitchens, Danver cabinets, outdoor kitchen cabinets, Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens, Danver cabinets in Maryland, Danver cabinets in Virginia, Brown Jordan Outdoor Cabinets, kitchen design

James Moylan

Monday, April 20, 2020

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Outdoor kitchens in the exterior living spaces of Maryland; Virginia; and Washington, DC, homes continue to be increasingly popular, and every year, they become more elaborate and more suitable to year-round use. If you’re thinking about redoing your backyard kitchen or designing one this year, Design Builders is following six trends for you to keep your eye on in 2020.

Advantages of Ground-Level Decks over Elevated Decks

Posted in: Deck Contratcors, Deck Building Tips, deck builders

James Moylan

Saturday, April 18, 2020

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If you were to take a quick tour of backyards in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC, you would see decks of all materials, styles, and shapes, from elevated cedar to vinyl hot tub decks.

However, one type of deck would appear more frequently today than in previous years: the ground-level deck. This type of deck design is gaining popularity among builders and homeowners alike due to its dramatic appearance and design. Read on for 11 of our top advantages of choosing a ground-level deck for your home.