This project was a 2020 NADRA (North America Deck and Railing Association) big winner – we brought home the GOLD with this one! A little bit about this project: This house has a very high elevation coming from the front of the house and dropping off into the back yard, so we were very intentional in our design to make the space unobtrusive and inviting. We achieved this by tiering the deck so that the circular fire lounge area was lower than the dining area – this softens the high elevation, as well as provides for a cozy and private hangout area. We pulled the skirting down under the fire lounge area, yet on the opposite side, opted for custom columns to give it a stately balcony-like look. The flared stairs provide a grand and inviting entrance from the yard. The kitchen was very important to the homeowners, as they love to entertain. We used natural stone with a leather finished granite. They also wanted us to incorporate an xxl green egg, so we built that into the kitchen as well. The curved dining on the opposite side mimics the curve of the lounge area. We also designed and built a winding pathway from the front of the house, around to the back of the house, with retaining walls that additionally help define the space. If you want your backyard to be the next big winner, call the experts at Deck Remodelers: 973.729.2125. Serving most of NJ, Westchester and Rockland Counties in NY, and Lower Fairfield County, CT.