Decks

So often people ask what are you up to?
As my project oriented life changes often.
In a word (Decks), but last year we designed
a deck for a client, and it has become our signature
pattern deck. A double border with a field of diagonal
and or herring bone planks. Now that we have done this,
we get a lot of referral work. People just love the design
work in the decks. I have toyed with diamond inlay patterns, etc.
I'm thinking of getting a quilt pattern book.
The post and rail systems are usually black strap iron ballisters
on cedar. I love the look of western red cedar, and the wood is
a fast growing responsibly managed forest product. (green?) the jury is still out.
So if you or someone you know wants a deck that's not just a linear plank
looking thing......I can come up with really cool planking ideas.
That's what I'm up to.