Creating a seamless transition between interior and exterior with pedestal decking

Dwell reached out to us regarding how our pedestal based decking over existing living space might align with a unique modern residential design project. This design combines the concepts of “Interior/Exterior Living” that take into account human interaction and space & energy reduction. This is achieved through the integration of strategically placed outdoor rooms that create harmonious transitions from inside to out. A key element of creating this seamless transition was eliminating the height variations between the interior and exterior floors.

Built over waterproofed roof, Deck tiles placed on pedestals compensate for the sloped roof/subfloor, creating a beautiful level exterior hardwood deck that achieved the precise desired height the design called for to match the interior flooring. The rich brown color of the stained Ipe hardwood compliments the interior color palette while striking a bold contrast to the ebony-stained cedar siding. With specifications calling for electrical lightening to be run underneath the deck, the modular deck tiles can be easily pulled for future replacement of bulbs or other repairs and the pedestal configuration allows the sloped roof to drain effectively.