Rolling Ridge

Custom Steel-Framed Composite Deck with Gabled Deck Cover

Durable Steel Deck Framing for Long-Lasting Performance

Decks by Schmillen built this stunning outdoor living space using steel deck framing, composite decking, and a modern metal deck railing system with a gate, and a beautifully integrated gabled deck cover.

Our clients wanted an outdoor area they could enjoy for many years, with durability, low-maintenance, and architectural appeal.  Working together, we designed this deck on a steel frame for exceptional strength and long-term performance.

A Modern, Low-Maintenance Outdoor Living Space

The decking – Trex Transcend Tiki Torch – is laid at a 90-degree angle to the joists with end boards for a clean, finished look.  The metal panel deck railing is a Fortress Fe26 Traditional powder-coated system in Black Sand with flat pyramid post caps.  The 4′-wide closed deck stairs feature Mt Evans Brick Light step lights from HighPoint Deck Lighting, adding both safety and a modern stylish look.  Our clients have younger children, so we added a Fortress gate at the top of the steps.

Gabled Deck Cover Designed to Look Original to Home

The gabled deck cover was designed to look original to the home.  Its stucco finish and curved front arch echo the home’s distinctive half-round windows.  The vaulted ceiling features knotty tongue-and-groove pine with recessed can lights and a ceiling fan for comfort.  Stucco support columns with architectural pop-outs were used for the deck and the cover, bringing strength, cohesion, and aesthetic appeal to the entire space.

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New composite deck featuring steel deck framing metal deck railing gabled deck cover with vaulted ceiling in Colorado Springs

Rolling 1 – We built this custom composite deck with gabled deck utilizing steel deck framing.  The homeowners chose steel framing for its strength and durability.

Elevated composite deck with steel deck framing metal deck railing gabled deck cover and closed deck stairs in Colorado Springs

Rolling 2 – This striking deck features composite material, metal railing and handrail for the stairs.  The owners had us add step lights for safety, but they also create a dramatic effect at night.

Vaulted tongue and groove ceiling on a gabled deck cover that features recessed lighting and a ceiling fan in Colorado Springs

Rolling 3 – DBS worked with the owners to design this beautiful gabled deck cover featuring a vaulted, knotty pine, tongue and groove ceiling with recessed lighting and a ceiling fan.

Custom composite deck with steel deck framing metal deck railing and gabled deck cover with vaulted tongue and groove ceiling in Colorado Springs

Rolling 4 – The customer wanted to make sure that the new deck and cover would look original to the house.  In order to achieve that, DBS built the cover with a tile roof, stucco columns, and an arch to complement the windows.

Composite deck in Colorado Springs with a gabled deck cover and a black steel deck railing with matching gate at top of stairs

Rolling 5 – A latching gate that matches the railing was installed at the top of the stairs for safety.

Elevated composite deck with steel deck framing metal deck framing gabled deck cover and closed deck stairs in Colorado Springs

Rolling 6 – This view from ground-level shows off the beautiful knotty pine, tongue and groove ceiling that we installed on the gabled deck cover.

Steel framed composite deck in Colorado Springs with metal deck railing and a gabled deck cover featuring tongue and groove pine recessed lighting and ceiling fan

Rolling 7 – In this early evening photo, you can see how the recessed lights will help create a cozy area for entertaining.

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