Most deck design advice focuses on how a deck looks. That matters — but what matters more is how a deck works when you actually have people on it. Where does the smoke from the grill go? Can 15 people move around without bottlenecking at the stairs? Is there a spot to set down a drink that isn't the railing? At Jacksonville Deck Builders, we've built hundreds of decks specifically designed for homeowners who entertain regularly. Here's what we've learned about deck layouts th
