Life al fresco just got a lot more stylish.

With decks like these, you’ll want to spend all your time outside.

The more layers you create and creature comforts you incorporate, the more inviting the space will feel.

deck with pergola

Photo:Photo and design by Brit Arnesen ofBrit Dot Design

This lovely, quaint escape bycreator Liz Marie Galvanin partnershipwith Trex.

Instead, consider a ground-level design that then flows directly outonto your patioor lawn.

And if that includes an integrated hot tub, well, who are we to argue?

Deck with outdoor furniture and umbrella

Photo byKaryn MilletforRaili CA Design

raised deck with hammock

Courtesy ofTrex

raised deck with stairs and railings

Photo and design byYardzen

Deck in the woods with lights around the perimeter

Courtesy ofChristine Schuchman

outdoor bar attached to deck

Photo byKaryn MilletforRaili CA Design

deck with outdoor furniture and fire pit

Photo and Design byYardzenandTimberTech

raised deck above patio space

Photo℅ of Trex, Design byLiz Marie Galvan

deck with pergola

Photo and design by Brit Arnesen ofBrit Dot Design

deck with two steps

Photo â„TimeberTech

deck with attached hot tub

Photo byKaryn MilletforRaili CA Design