Making Use of Free Space Under the Deck

We live near a bush above the river. When we built the house, I designed a deck that would fit in to the size and shape of the lot. I saw that there was free space under the deck, so I added the railings, screened windows, and a door to the existing support structure of the deck. I also bricked the area and added a false ceiling of fibreglass on a slope which takes away any water that gets through the deck boards above.

Outside the screened-in-area are planted perennials like astilbe, hardy hibiscus, bleeding heart, baby’s breath, day lilies, bugbane, clematis vines and roses. All this overlooks the lower garden which have many types of peonies as the backbone of the garden, along with other wild flowers too numerous to mention.

It is a great place to sit on a warm day like today, as the breezes get through. Sipping on lemonade, or martinis ( whatever is offered ) is an enjoyable experience, as we can watch the sun set, and enjoy the garden without the bugs eating us alive. In the evening, there are solar LED lights and candles to create a romantic mood. Who says I am “too old for that stuff”. LOL

-- jroot