Decks and outdoor living spaces in Batemans Bay

Make more use of the place you live

Perhaps there is nowhere to sit out of the afternoon sun, the deck feels disconnected from the kitchen, or the garden is difficult to reach from the living room. Improving those everyday details can make outdoor meals, time with family and quiet mornings outside much easier to enjoy.

Outdoor improvements to consider

• New or replacement decks
• Covered patios and sheltered entertaining areas
• Outdoor rooms connected to kitchens or living spaces
• Changes to doors and access between indoors and outdoors
• Layout and material choices that suit the property and its exposure

Plan the connection as well as the deck

The position of a doorway, changes in level and space for a dining table can determine how often an outdoor area gets used. We consider movement between inside and outside, the relationship to the garden and how the work affects adjoining rooms. A larger renovation may combine these changes with an extension or internal alterations.

Choose materials for the setting

Coastal properties face different levels of salt exposure, sun, wind and rain. Material and fixing choices need to suit the particular site, along with your preferences for appearance and maintenance. Shelter, drainage and the connection to the existing building also need careful attention.

Understand what can be retained

For an existing deck or patio, surface wear may be only part of the picture. The supporting structure and connection to the home need assessment before deciding whether to repair, alter or replace the area. A clear scope helps separate the improvements you want from work needed to support them.

Outdoor living around Batemans Bay

Whether your property is in Surf Beach, Malua Bay, Tomakin or elsewhere around Batemans Bay, tell us how you would like to use the space. We can discuss the site, the proposed work and the next steps.