Southport Lakefront Integration: Seamless Surfaces and Hidden Storage

Location:
Southport, FL
Materials Used:
  • Owen’s Corning WearDeck (Barefoot Gray)
  • TimberTech Impression Rail Express
  • Camo Edge Deck Screws
  • Simpson Galvanized Fasteners
Price Range:
$30,000
Back of a brown brick house with a newly built outdoor living area. The area includes a large, semicircular patio paved with light-gray pavers, defined by two concentric, low, dark-gray block retaining walls. Wide, dark gray stairs lead up to a covered landing with a dark metal pergola-like structure, flanked by stone-veneer privacy walls.
Back of a brown brick house with a newly built outdoor living area. The area includes a large, semicircular patio paved with light-gray pavers, defined by two concentric, low, dark-gray block retaining walls. Wide, dark gray stairs lead up to a covered landing with a dark metal pergola-like structure, flanked by stone-veneer privacy walls.
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Lakefront Utility and Structural Precision

The Goal: A Destination for Observation

A homeowner in Southport owned a lakefront property but lacked an inviting outdoor area. The project began with the technical requirements of permitting. Leveraging a background in CAD and construction management, Gulf Coast Decks handled the structural plans and the permit acquisition process internally.

The objective was to create a low-maintenance platform that maximized natural views while addressing a lack of functional space.

How We Did It: Laser-Leveled Precision

The primary technical hurdle involved working around an existing porch slab. To achieve a uniform finish between the new structure and the existing stone, Gulf Coast Decks applied specialized measurement techniques:

  • Elevation Accuracy: Our team used a laser to check the elevation at every beam location.
  • Uniform Transitions: This rigorous process provided a seamless connection between the new deck board surface and the original porch slab.
  • Integrated Storage: Our team developed a structure with full access beneath the platform.
  • Added Utility: This adds a zone for outdoor storage without a larger footprint.
  • Advanced Material Science: We selected Owen’s Corning WearDeck in Barefoot Gray.
  • Heat Management: This heat-stable polymer is specifically for high-exposure environments, providing a surface that stays cool under the sun.
  • Modern Perimeter: Our team installed TimberTech Impression Rail Express.
  • Unobstructed Sightlines: The clean profile provides safety without an impact on the sights of the lake.
  • Concealed Fastening: Using Camo Edge Deck Screws, we secured the boards from the side to maintain a fastener-free aesthetic.

A Lasting Impression

Gulf Coast Decks resolved the problem of an uninviting backyard by delivering a sophisticated, dual-purpose structure. The Southport property now features space above for relaxation and hidden utility below for equipment.

By prioritizing structural integrity and technical planning, our team provided a refined destination that stands as a permanent asset to the home.

Structural Integrity for the Emerald Coast

Gulf Coast Decks operates as a veteran-owned and woman-owned firm dedicated to a higher standard of construction. We reject common shortcuts, focusing instead on deep material knowledge and licensed building standards specifically for coastal and high-exposure zones. Our mission is to provide outdoor structures that unite refined workmanship with the durability demanded by our local environment.

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