Welcome to the Web site for Northwest Designs and Building. We know there are a lot of deck builders out there and some of them are very good. And we know there are many times more "want-a-bes" who feel they know it all and think they can provide a top notch professional service. We want Northwest Designs and Building to be the company you think of when you decide to build a deck or outdoor structure. This Web site is dedicated to help make that case.

When it comes to the process of acquiring that needed deck there are 2 phases involved in making your desires a reality.

The first is the creative process. Unfortunately what many people think of when envisioning a new deck being created on their property is rectangular floor surface tacked onto a house without any unique features to connect the overall design of the home with that of their outdoor environment. While these decks certainly serve a functional purpose and provide a place to put a barbecue and some patio furniture, they can hardly be called inspiring and do not add much to the overall aesthetic appeal of the homes outdoor living space. At the very minimum, does the space add to the value of your property? More over, does it give you a sense of pride of ownership and long term continued pleasure? Does the outdoor space excite you? And does the aesthetic quality bring you peace of mind and contentment?

These are all worthy aspirations and should be apart of everyone's dreams. All it takes is a little creativity. With a little added effort, a small amount of tweaking or the addition of some special features, an ordinary space can become extraordinary. For instance, by using multiple levels and wide-open stairs you create dimension. By using different handrail designs that incorporate color you can create an entirely unique look. By installing custom built-in benches and planters you can complete an overall atmosphere. By including a patio cover or a shade structure that fits within the overall theme you provide a degree of protection and shading that maybe needed in addition to a sense of enclosure and privacy. And you can bring your deck to life at night through custom built-in lighting that focuses on illumination and not the fixtures. Every deck can't be a award winner, but every deck can have some special aspects or features.

Apart from the creative design ability, you will need a company that will handle all the steps involved in the creation of the entire project. In this construction phase, there's ordinary and then there's exemplary. Creating your deck dream requires more than just basic construction skills and good intentions. Your choice of a contractor will ultimately determine the success of, and your satisfaction with your deck. You can increase your chances of having a successful project by partnering with a contractor that will provide the best all round service in considering all aspects of the project.

Every contractor will claim quality materials and workmanship. But the construction phase needs to be much more than that. Sometimes it includes the acquisition of permits, coordination with a landscape contractor, removal of an existing structure, or any one of dozens of other issues and details needing full attention. Its more than just precision craftsmanship. Its more than strict adherence to specifications used to ensure durability and lasting beauty. Its more than meeting the building code minimums. And its more than utilizing top of the market materials. Its also about creating a dream and exceeding customers expectations.

And of course you will want all of this at a very reasonable price. Quality isn't expensive...it's priceless.