Design a Deck for Your Family with Evette Rios

Designer, Evette Rios had no idea when she purchased her historic farmhouse built in 1796 how much time she would be spending in it, or how hard it would be transitioning from this historic home to the backyard. Positioned atop a mountain in the Poconos, it has a lush view of the forest beyond her property, but a steep hill that made getting to the backyard difficult and keeping an eye on her two kids at play in the yard nearly impossible.

With more time spent at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it became more important than ever to create a usable outdoor space. Rios wanted to design a large deck with a variety of "rooms" to give her close friends and family a space to stay connected while leaving room for everyone to have their own space. Take a look at some of the unique and family-friendly spaces she incorporated into her design.