Modern Mesh Platform
Charcoal diagonal boards, mesh-panel railing, and one clean built-in bench.
Modern decks look strongest when the material palette stays short. This 16×10 platform pairs a charcoal diagonal field with dark mesh-panel railing, open-stringer stairs, and a built-in bench running along the back edge. The bench supplies useful seating without scattering furniture across the clean footprint.
The spec
| Footprint | 16×10 ft (160 sq ft) |
|---|---|
| Height | 1.8 ft |
| Decking | Charcoal composite, diagonal field |
| Railing | Yes |
| Stairs | Yes |
| Installed cost (est.) | $7,200 – $11,200 |
Best for
- Contemporary homes with dark trim, steel, or simple horizontal lines
- Minimalists who want built-in seating instead of a furniture set
- Narrow yards where a 10-foot-deep platform preserves circulation
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