Custom Cedar Deck Expansion with Unique Vertical Handrail

This one started as a smaller upper deck…
but the goal was bigger than just adding space.

The homeowners wanted something that felt connected —
a layout that flowed naturally from upper to lower deck for entertaining, without it looking like an add-on.

So this wasn’t a quick build.

This was over 6 months of planning, adjusting, and refining —
working through structure, layout, and how every line would come together in the end.

We reinforced the existing frame, reworked the deck boards, and prepped new footings to carry the expansion the right way — not just the fast way.

Then came the material choice… cedar.

Custom Cedar Deck Expansion — Built Around the Details

Looks incredible — but in Ohio weather, it demands precision.
Timing, install conditions, and finishing all had to line up to avoid movement, warping, or premature wear.

We hit a perfect 2-week window in June and executed.

The detail work is what really sets this one apart:
• Custom routered cedar edges following the deck’s angles
• Clean board layout that guides your eye through the space
• Vertical cable handrail system for a modern, open feel
• Black skirting that tied everything together and grounded the entire build

Projects like this are why we take our time upfront —
because when it’s done right, it doesn’t just look good… it feels right when you step onto it.