Concept study · Outdoor living
An illustrative concept exploring how a timber deck and open pergola could make a compact courtyard work harder.
Concept only. This is not a completed Havenwood commission, client site or delivered result.
CONCEPT STUDY
HCDECK · SHADE · FLOW
Design prompt
This concept looks at how a defined timber deck and a light, open pergola could create useful space for dining and everyday gathering.
The layout is illustrative. A real brief would start with the site, existing levels, drainage, sun exposure, access and the people who will use the space.
Concept visual
Design approach
A clear timber platform could define the main outdoor area and make room for dining or relaxed seating.
An open pergola concept adds a sense of shelter while preserving light and sightlines through the courtyard.
Edges, steps and junctions would be resolved around the actual home, ground conditions and intended use.
What a real brief would confirm
Dimensions, existing structures, drainage, material choice, approvals and maintenance expectations would all need to be checked before developing a construction proposal.
Intended direction: a more usable outdoor threshold with a defined place for gathering and a considered approach to shade. This is a concept aim, not a measured or completed outcome.
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