Roof decks aren’t just in New York – Rhode Island too!

Challenge:

• Providence, RI
• Roof deck wanted
• High-wind zone
• Live load restriction
• Multi-story building

Solution:
IPE Brazilian hardwood roof deck with galvanized metal rail and steel pipe top rail

Brazilian hardwood roof deck in Providence RI

While this deck is beautiful, it is even more amazing when you see the before picture and realize what went into making this treasure. Here is the before picture.

Roof before deck was built

What makes for a great project are when the owner and the builder put their heads together to marry the homeowner’s vision, dream, and goals with the building design and craftsmanship that an experienced builder brings to the job.

IPE Brazilian hardwood deck with galvanized steel railing

This Providence, RI owner had a very clear vision of what he wanted but needed the help of Susan Lee of Archadeck of Providence to make it a reality. The owner wanted high quality wood and a nice contrast with the industrial feel of steel. So they chose to work with a Brazilian hardwood for the decking and corrugated galvanized sheets for the railing with galvanized steel pipe for the top rail.

This combination of very different materials provided a deck and rails that were extremely sturdy and also had a unique and very interesting contrast to make this a one-of-a-kind deck.

IPE Brazilian hardwood roof deck from Rhode Island Builder - Archadeck

There were some building challenges. This is why it’s always good to work with an established and very experienced builder who knows and understands building restrictions, codes, permits and all of the critical paperwork that needs to go into the planning and be done for a successful completion.

Deck transport using boom to take to roof level

The next challenge was the placement of the deck – on the roof – as well as the access. Access to the roof was only through a small circular staircase which existed in an old elevator shaft area. So, the deck needed to be built off-site, taken apart, loaded it on a large truck, took it to the site and boomed it up.

Roof deck zen garden area

Here is a picture of another of the congregating areas of the deck. This section reminds me of a zen garden. The owner had great design flair to go along with his vision.

This roof room was truly a room with a view.

Providence roof deck - a room with a view

Here is a view of the deck coming out from the stairway. Take a look at the built-in planters using the same great combination of materials.

Metal and wood planters on roof deck

Here is another close-up of the planters.

Roof deck zen garden built-in planters and benches

If you have a project you’re thinking about in the Providence, RI area, give a call to Susan Lee at Archadeck of Providence – (401) 397 – 6927. The consultation is free.