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Screened porch extends outdoor enjoyment home addition in Potomac, Md., included a screened porch and rear deck completed by Dorman Home Remodeling in Frederick, Md. Consideration was given to blending the porch with the deck space, and composite 1 ΒΌ- by 6-in. decking is used for both. The porch's ceiling provides an architectural detail and is fnished with PVC beadboard. While the screened porch provides outdoor enjoyment with protection from the elements, the rear deck can be easily ac- cessed via slider doors. The decking and railing on the deck were selected to not distract from the views, but instead to blend with the home's wooded setting. Subtle lighting in the deck area creates an intimate atmosphere and allows the space to be usable after the sun goes down. Simply low key omeowners in Charlotte, N.C., contact- ed Archadeck of Charlotte to help them create a prettier outdoor living space that also incorporated a fre feature. The result is two distinct outdoor living spaces that, according to Eric Kent, president and owner of Archadeck of Charlotte, "architecturally ft, are aesthetically pleasing and are functional." An element of the design was to avoid block- ing views from the home's existing windows overlooking the space, so the location of the steps was very intentional to avoid having railing obstruct views. A previous wood deck was converted to Trex decking to keep the space low maintenance. Kent indicates the location of the fre pit was carefully consid- ered to maintain a safe distance from the house, and the manufactured stone veneer that wraps the fre pit is the same as that used around the railing posts. Sconces and lights inset in the steps light the area and path to the fre pit. A grill is located directly outside the kitchen for ease of use and access to supplies. Though simple, the outdoor living space complements the house, achieves all the homeowners' wants and needs, and did not "break the bank," says Kent. Product Information Decking: TimberTech Railings: Fairway Building Products Windows: Andersen Windows Trim: AZEK PHOTO: RB HILL PHOTOGRAPHY Product Information Decking: Trex Manufactured Stone Veneer: Coronado Stone Products PHOTO: ARCHADECK OF CHARLOTTE 42 SPECIAL SECTION: OUTDOOR LIVING | April 2016 QR Qualif iedRemodeler.com P R O J E C T S