A Deck for the Whole Family – Downingtown, PA

This partially covered deck in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, proves you don’t have to sacrifice aesthetics to make your outdoor living space welcoming to both children and adults.

About two thirds of the deck is covered by a gable-style shingle roof, with a cathedral white ceiling accented by a barnwood ridge beam. The natural wood detail carries over to the 6-foot wide fireplace, which features an authentic barn beam as a floating mantel.

The kids can play on the deck into the evening with warmth exuding from both the gas fireplace and the electric heater mounted to the roof beam. Also under the roof is an electrical outlet to power the hanging patio lights, which removes the potential tripping hazard and clutter of additional extension chords.

Horizontal deck skirting prevents curious kids from venturing beneath the deck, but a removeable, hinged panel allows the homeowners to access that area when needed. From day to night, young to old, hot to cold, this deck can serve many people and many purposes.