You’ll find that Melbourne’s four seasons in one day can make outdoor living at times unpredictable, but not impossible. There is the perfect decking and pergola to make homeowners have a well defined outdoor space that can be used for longer periods of the year with shade from the heat during summer, protection from the light rain and an outdoor entertaining space that is well connected with the interior of the house. Decking and pergolas are one of the best ways for Melbourne homeowners to make the most of outdoor space.
Types of Decking and Pergola Combinations Available
Designing decking and pergolas as separate units works well, but if it’s done from the point of view of an outdoor unit it works best. A ground level or deck raised from the ground provides a usable space for entertaining and relaxing in the backyard, materials available include treated pine, hardwood or composite decking, depending on the aesthetic and maintenance desired. An overhead pergola (or an attached pergola) can be used for shade sails or for polycarbonate roofing, or to create a sheltered outdoor room for climbing plants or other uses above or beside the deck. Pergolas can be used freestanding in gardens and entertaining spaces to provide the same benefits as a deck, and may include built-in seating, lighting and screening for more privacy. Verandahs are added to the front or back of the house, adding protection from the elements and continuing the covered outdoor space to complement modern and traditional Melbourne house designs.
How Decking and Pergola Projects Are Planned and Built
The key to a successful decking and pergolas melbourne project is a keen awareness of how the space will be used, and not just how much space is available and filled with timber and posts. The orientation of the space, the direction of the afternoon sun and the surrounding properties all impact the placement and design of the deck and pergola to provide shade and privacy in the right spot, at the right time of day. The Council’s requirements and any planning permit applications are established at the initial stages of the process, as some pergola roof types and deck heights need to be approved before works commence. We have a methodical process for construction with footings and posts being properly placed, decking boards being laid, pergola beams and rafters being installed and leveled and aligned. Final touches such as balustrades, fascia boards and lighting/electrical are finished prior to handing over the project.
Benefits of Investing in Decking and Pergolas
From the first year use, the benefits of a well designed deck and pergola become evident. A welcoming outdoor area is much more a part of everyday life, adding to the home’s living space without the expense of inside renovations, and the more of the year it can be used the better. The visual impact of the backyard and street frontage is substantial and quality decking and pergolas bring a certain charm and appeal to a property that a plain lawn or paving surface can’t compete with. Homeowners looking to sell will always appeal to buyers’ interest and enhance their sale outcomes when their outdoor entertaining spaces are presented well. For people who are not moving, a well designed deck and pergola can be an investment in the quality of life and use every time it is used!
