ADU Decks
Create the Perfect Outdoor Space for Your ADU
Make the most of your accessory dwelling unit (ADU) with blokDEK®, a modular decking system designed to create a functional, attractive outdoor space without the time and labour of traditional deck construction.
Whether you're finishing a backyard cottage, adding a deck to a laneway home or creating an outdoor entrance for a granny flat or in-law suite, blokDEK makes it easier to create a space that feels like home.
With a durable aluminum frame, your choice of cedar or composite decking, and straightforward tool-free assembly, you can create an outdoor space that complements your property.
Benefits of Building an ADU Deck with blokDEK®
A well-planned deck can make the space around your secondary dwelling more functional, welcoming and enjoyable.
- Simple, Tool-Free Assembly: Connect the modular deck sections without cutting, drilling or specialized tools. Everything you need for assembly is included.
- A Finished Outdoor Living Space: Create a welcoming entrance, a small patio for morning coffee or an outdoor area for dining and relaxing.
- Flexible, Modular Design: Configure your deck to suit your available space and expand it as your needs change.
- Durable, Low-Maintenance Materials: Choose natural cedar or composite decking supported by a durable aluminum frame.
- Built-In Levelling: Integrated adjustable feet provide up to 4 inches of levelling adjustment on suitable ground.
- No Traditional Deck Framing: Skip the cutting, drilling and complicated assembly associated with building a conventional wood-framed deck.
Why Choose blokDEK® for Your ADU Deck?
- Make More of Your Outdoor Space
- A Modern Look with Less Maintenance
- Flexible for Changing Needs
Make More of Your Outdoor Space
An ADU may be compact, but the space outside can offer room to unwind, enjoy a meal or welcome guests. A modular deck creates a defined outdoor area beside your entrance without requiring a large, permanent deck build.
A Modern Look with Less Maintenance
Choose cedar for a natural wood appearance or composite decking for a low-maintenance finish. Both options pair with blokDEK's aluminum framing to complement a range of architectural styles, from modern backyard cottages to traditional carriage houses.
Flexible for Changing Needs
Whether your secondary dwelling is used as a rental, a guest house or a home for family, your outdoor needs may change over time. blokDEK's modular design lets you expand, reconfigure or disassemble your deck, subject to the available configurations and site requirements.
A Deck for Your Type of ADU
blokDEK can be an option for creating outdoor space beside a variety of secondary dwellings, including:
- Granny Flats and In-Law Suites: Create a dedicated entrance or outdoor sitting area for a family member.
- Laneway and Carriage Homes: Add functional outdoor space to a detached home on an urban or residential property.
- Garden Suites and Backyard Cottages: Complete a small secondary home with a deck for relaxing, dining or enjoying the outdoors.
- Prefab and Modular ADUs: Add a modular deck alongside a prefabricated dwelling, provided the ground conditions and installation requirements are suitable.
Wondering if blokDEK is right for you?
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Planning the Right Deck for Your ADU
Before choosing your deck configuration, consider a few important details:
- Entrance and Access: Measure the height of the entrance and determine whether steps or a landing are needed.
- Available Space: Decide how much room you need for walking, seating or outdoor dining.
- Ground Conditions: Confirm that the installation area is suitable for the deck system and properly prepared.
- Decking Finish: Choose cedar or composite to complement the exterior of your ADU.
- Privacy and Layout: Consider nearby windows, neighbouring properties and how the outdoor space will be used.
- Local Requirements: Check with your local building authority to confirm applicable permit, building code and access requirements.
ADU Deck FAQs
What is an ADU deck?
An ADU deck is an outdoor platform or living space beside an accessory dwelling unit. ADUs may also be called granny flats, garden suites, laneway homes, carriage houses, backyard cottages or in-law suites, depending on the location.
Can I use blokDEK for a granny flat or laneway home?
blokDEK can be suitable for ground-level outdoor spaces beside a granny flat, laneway home or other secondary dwelling, provided the site conditions and deck configuration meet the system's requirements.
Can I customize the size of my ADU deck?
The modular system lets you choose a configuration to suit your available space, with the ability to add sections within the system's available configurations.
What decking materials are available?
blokDEK offers natural cedar and composite decking finishes, both supported by the modular aluminum framing system.
Can I add steps to my ADU deck?
Yes. Modular steps are available in different configurations and lengths. The appropriate arrangement depends on the entrance height and access requirements.
Can I install a blokDEK deck on uneven ground?
The integrated adjustable feet provide up to 4 inches of levelling adjustment. The installation area must still meet the system's ground and support requirements.
Do I need a building permit for an ADU deck?
Permit requirements vary by location and depend on factors such as deck height, construction and local building regulations. Check with your local building authority before installation.
How do I plan my ADU deck layout?
Start by measuring the available space, identifying the entrance and deciding how you want to use the area. Then explore layouts, decking finishes and optional additions with our online deck customizer.
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