When you go shopping, have you ever noticed that department stores seem like they are always one season ahead? Perhaps you noticed this at your local hardware store – how they had Christmas decorations ready for purchase before Halloween was even over! What you may not know is that the construction industry thinks the same way! They are always anticipating the next season and meeting the needs for the seasonal changes ahead of time.
Earlier this year at Distinctive Deck Designs, we announced our special pricing for Fall/Winter construction in time for Christmas. With the biggest winter holidays just behind us, right now is a great time to start thinking ahead to unveiling your dream deck, that fabulous patio design or the best covered patio you’ve ever seen for the upcoming spring or summer seasons! You are most likely to use this extended square footage of your home in these peak season months.
In case you are not sure what will work best for you, keep reading to get inspired by these ideas!
Patio Flooring Trends
Many homeowners are getting more creative with natural stones and pavers. With many options of inspiration on Pinterest, Houzz or Hometalk, clients are asking if we can help incorporate a certain pattern, creating a unique shape or using some great complimentary colors!
- Techo Bloc – As an authorized installer of Techo Bloc, we offer a wide variety of colors and shapes of quality paver products that are great for creating patios, pool decks or pathways and walkways! Techo bloc is the only paver company that has a lifetime transferable warranty on its products.
Natural Stone – Our in-house stonemasons love working with natural stone because of its artistic and natural beauty. Because it is natural stone, you will see color and tone variations, which allow us to complement the color of the existing home and other backyard outdoor projects. This type of flooring material is great for patios, walkways, pathways and any surrounding space for an outdoor fire pit or fireplace!
Heating Elements
Here in Northern Virginia, we still need heat in the days and evenings leading up to the summer months. Whether you are considering a covered living area or open-space area for your outdoor living, consider installing either a gas fireplace unit or a natural stone heating element such as an outdoor fireplace or fire pit! The deck contractors of Distinctive Deck Designs have experience setting up both gas-powered and natural heating elements, so you will be highly satisfied with our high-quality construction for years to come!
Decks are timeless. Composite decks will save you money and time over their lifetime because they maintain their color and integrity much longer than traditional wood decks. Deck trends lately are not due to any new flooring materials or accessories but rather their designs. People are becoming more involved with their customized deck construction to ensure it will meet their needs. They also want their deck to be one-of-a-kind – one that their neighbors and guests cannot exactly replicate.
Distinctive Deck Designs is a custom builder of everything outdoor living from decks to gazebos to outdoor fireplaces and even the traditional porch or patio! We understand your needs and desires for your dream space, and our years of experience and customer service is our standard in helping you achieve an outdoor living space that you will enjoy for years to come! Still want some design ideas? Check out our gallery or our Houzz!