A terraced-garden deck
Turning a steep back garden into a level space to sit.
Durham
Decks designed for Durham homes
A hilly city of stone and brick terraces, family estates on its edges and villages all around. Gardens here often slope and hold water.
The gardens here
Homes and gardens in Durham
Terraced streets near the centre climb steeply, so gardens often step up or down behind the house. Around the edges of the city, family homes have more regular gardens, frequently on heavy clay.
The historic centre is a conservation area, which we take into account before designing anything raised.
What we design
Decks that suit Durham
A family deck
Level with the house, with steps to a lawn.
A compact courtyard deck
For smaller city gardens and yards.
Before we draw
Levels, access and the ground
Clay that holds water
Footings are designed for clay, and the frame is kept ventilated.
Slopes
We use levels and steps rather than one tall platform where we can.
Often on the brief in Durham
- Level space on a sloping plot
- Drainage that copes with heavy rain
- Natural tones for stone houses
- Easy-care boards
Questions
Before you ask
Do you cover villages around Durham?
Yes. Tell us where you are when you book your design visit.
Is a deck better than a patio on clay?
On wet clay, a raised, ventilated deck often stays drier and more usable than paving.
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