Why Do Modern Decks Cost More Than Traditional Deck Designs?

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Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Why modern materials and contemporary designs cost more than traditional decks

Designing outdoor spaces anywhere, let alone decks in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC., is a careful balancing act between achieving a homeowner's desired look, and their promised budget. When the term " modern" is brought into the equation, however, chances are a design concept will cost at least a little bit more than a traditional deck plan would. Its at this point that you'll have to decide is what makes the most financial sense: a fully modernized deck, a classic high-end deck, or something in-between. Design Builders can help explain.

How to Save Money on Your New Deck Design in 2020

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James Moylan

Tuesday, April 28, 2020

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Be Efficient and Economical When Building a New Deck Design

When you come down to it, decks serve to increase the amount of usable space around on your property. They are functional and accessible to all ages for entertaining, relaxing, cooking, and more. However, they can cost a lot in terms of the time and money required to invest in the design of a quality product, especially in the Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC area. To ensure a solid economical plan heading into a project, Design Builders offers 5 top tips.

Designing with TimberTech AZEK Decking: 3 Considerations before You Start

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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

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.