We rarely build a client’s first deck. First-time deck owners usually go with production builders who can turn one around in a day, because they don’t yet understand the difference between a 5-year deck and a 50-year investment.
Our best clients have already built a deck once, and been disappointed. They’ve learned that subcontractors squeezed for margin won’t invest the extra time it takes to keep quality high. They come to us wanting something durable and permanent instead, and they value design: they understand that thoughtful design is what makes an outdoor space cherished enough to actually spend time in.
That experience shapes who we serve:
Homeowners Planning a Full Build
Mostly repeat deck owners, in our service area (Niagara Falls to Peterborough to Muskoka, plus Michigan), who’ve been burned once and want it done right the second time.
Homeowners Who Found Their Design in Our Portfolio
A simpler path for homeowners who’ve seen something close to what they want in our gallery, priced instantly with our calculator.
Homeowners and DIYers Buying Plans
Clients anywhere who want downloadable, construction-ready plans to build themselves or hand to their own contractor.
Architects, Engineers, and Landscape Designers
Professionals who need outdoor structure expertise their own training doesn’t cover, brought in for aesthetically inspired, buildable 3D detailing on a project. See our architectural design services.
Contractors
Builders who need construction-ready detailing they can execute accurately and durably, without guessing at design intent.