Building a covered deck is undoubtedly one of the most valuable projects a homeowner can take on in his or her lifetime. With these deck designs, you’ll be able to enjoy the great outdoors while being sheltered from the weather. In addition, you can select a cover design that will protect you from both the sun and the rain or just the sun alone. You may even be able to protect the decking itself, depending on the design.
Consider the advantages of having a covered deck! You will be able to increase the size of your living area. You can invite some friends over for dinner and take advantage of the fresh air. While it’s raining outside, you may work on your laptop or cook a barbecue under a shelter. You can read a book on a comfortable outdoor sofa in the shade while enjoying the fresh air. Furthermore, with the addition of optional outdoor lighting, you may enjoy your deck as long as you want.
I think the perfect deck has both a covered and uncovered area. Or has a retractable awning. Whatever size and deck design or shape you have, we’ve compiled the greatest ideas for both completely covered and partially covered wooden decks to help you build a functional and comfortable outdoor space. When designing a covered deck, there are a few things to consider: lighting, railing, cover type, flooring type, furniture, and accessories. Lighting is one of the most important considerations. These 7 examples of covered deck designs offer plenty of ideas on how it can be done.
7 Types of Covered Decks
Roof Extension
When the second floor extends over the deck area, this is sometimes referred to as the “roof extension.” Having said that, this is not always the case. No matter how you look at it, a roof extension is a fantastic method to cover a deck. However, it is generally darker than a pergola, awning, or pavilion since there are normally two solid walls, and often three, supporting the roof extension.
Awning
Due to the ability of this deck design to be extended and retracted, the awning is an excellent choice. You have the best of both worlds in this situation. While it’s true that they’re not prohibitively expensive because they’re made of fabric, you’d be wrong. I only say this since my wife and I were looking into awnings for her parents when I made this statement. Because you’ll almost certainly want a motorized retractable awning, expect to pay several thousand dollars for it.
Pergola
The purpose of pergolas, aside from their aesthetic appeal and the ability to support some greenery, is something I’m not sure I understand. Although these deck designs are widely used, they do not produce much shade and do not protect from the elements. Despite this, they are expensive and require regular maintenance. If you like the way they look, that’s great; however, from a functional standpoint, I don’t understand them at all.
Pavilion
The pavilion is an excellent choice. You can either have a permanent pavilion built on your deck or purchase a portable pavilion that you can set up yourself. A pavilion that occupies a portion of a deck is a wonderful choice since it allows you to have both a covered and uncovered area. The disadvantage of this deck design is that, unless you have a giant one constructed, they are not that large. You’ll be a little claustrophobic on the inside.
Gazebo
Gazebos are fantastic, and they are especially well suited for outdoor dining areas. When I was growing up, we had a gazebo at our lake house, which was a wonderful spot to enjoy dinner in the summer. It wasn’t particularly large, but it was sufficient for the five of us. Because it is a substantial building, adding a gazebo to a deck is a rare occurrence these days. Gazebos are primarily single-story structures that stand alone on land.
Screened-in Deck
Decks with screens are popular in areas where there are a lot of bugs. They don’t give shade and aren’t waterproof, but they do provide some level of protection in specific situations. Even though it is not strictly a covering, we have included it because it provides an option for protection from the elements.
Louvered Roof
A louvered rcan can be opened or closed using interlocking sheets to provide ventilation. If you want just the appropriate amount of light or shade, you can adjust the opening and closing of the awning. It can also keep out rain and wind, as well as protect your patio from leaves and other debris. Instead of having only two options for opening and closing, this deck design can be opened at multiple angles to control the amount of sunlight and heat that comes in. Furthermore, unlike pergolas, louvered roofs can be entirely closed to imitate a solid deck covering, allowing you to avoid getting wet on a rainy day.
