As experienced outdoor living builders serving Macon, Warner Robins, Bonaire, and Milledgeville, we know firsthand which elements transform decks, porches, and patios into spaces that families use year-round.
Here’s our list of the features that truly make a difference.
Picture Frame Borders
A "picture frame" border involves running perimeter boards perpendicular to the main decking pattern. It frames your space, hiding the cut ends of the deck boards for a polished, furniture-grade look.
You have a good deal of flexibility here when it comes to look and feel. We can use the same color for subtle elegance or contrasting colors for a bold outline. If we use a contrasting border, we’ll usually do this by matching the fascia trim and stair treads to that color, which gives the deck a cohesive look with the contrast.
On decks with railings, we frequently install a two-board border. A single board often gets partially hidden by the railing posts, but a double border ensures that visual "pop" remains visible.
An added benefit of picture framing is that it can sometimes offset costs compared to other trim approaches because of how efficiently we can use the materials.
Curved Edges
Curves break up the monotony of straight lines and right angles, adding an organic flow that mimics the surrounding landscape.
Creating a true curve isn't just about cutting a board in an arc. Instead, it involves heating composite materials until they are malleable. Then we can carefully shape them to follow the design. Now there’s no question that this requires more labor and specialized equipment than a standard rectangular build, but it does impart a high-end design upgrade.
Though before you commit to curved edges, consider your furniture selection. If you plan on using a large corner sectional sofa, a square corner might serve your layout better. But don’t worry: if you choose to work with us, we will help you weigh these aesthetic desires against practical furniture placement during the design phase.
Stone and Brick
Stone adds "mass" and permanence to outdoor structures, anchoring them to the earth. Whether it’s wrapping deck columns, building a fire pit, or creating an outdoor kitchen, stone connects your renovation to Southern architectural traditions.
There’s also a very compelling financial incentive to use stone. Stone veneer ranks as the third-best return of any remodeling project, and often sees returns of over 200%. While a deck, porch, or patio is a lifestyle investment, adding stone masonry is a financial one that creates genuine equity.
Rail Top Bars and Drink Rails
Not every deck needs a full outdoor kitchen or bar, particularly when space is tight. So if you’re looking for a smart and economical option, consider a rail top bar. This works particularly well on decks where you want serving space during gatherings but don't want to sacrifice valuable floor area for a standalone bar structure.
Even more economical, you could add a "drink rail" to the top of the railing that's otherwise too narrow or rounded to safely hold a drink. Standard railings often can't accommodate beverages securely. A drink rail solves that problem at a very agreeable price.
By using a wider, flat deck board as the top cap of your railing, we create a functional shelf for drinks, small plates, and phones. It’s perfect for entertaining, allowing your guests to lean against the rail and chat without needing a table nearby.
Macon patio companies also see similar applications on patio seat walls, where the cap can double as a surface for setting drinks or plates during outdoor meals.
Privacy Fences
We have seen a surge in requests for privacy structures, and it’s not hard to see why. People are spending more and more time outside, and want their porches, decks, and patios to feel like "outdoor rooms" rather than open stages.
Modern privacy fences aren't just utilitarian barriers so much as they are architectural features. We can add solid panel sections directly into your deck railing or define the boundary of a patio to screen specific sightlines or block the sun. Doing this creates a sense of sanctuary, making relaxation much easier.
Privacy fences can also stand as separate structures around patios, or define boundaries for entire outdoor living areas. Either way you build it, it’s clear that in Macon communities, they're becoming standard features rather than special requests.
Patio Spaces Under Elevated Decks
If you have a second-story deck, the space beneath it shouldn't be a dark, wet wasteland. By using an under-deck drainage system, we can capture rain that drips through the deck boards and channel it away.
Additionally, positioning support posts at a wider span apart allows us to further maximize open space and improve your view. This makes the area feel less confined.
Both of these elements combined make it possible to keep the patio below dry, clean, usable, and free from the feeling of being boxed in. This effectively gives you two outdoor living areas in the footprint of one.
Custom Design
Macon porch companies and deck companies near me throw around the word "custom," but genuine custom design is about problem-solving. It means we don't break ground until we understand how you live, such as:
- Do you entertain large crowds or stick to intimate family dinners?
- Do you need to preserve a view or block a neighbor?
- How much time do you want to commit to maintenance?
We build throughout the Macon area and surrounding communities. Our custom design process addresses all of these questions before breaking ground, ensuring features work together rather than competing for attention or space.
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