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# Deck Design

April 19, 2026

## [Planning an Ipe Deck in Austin](https://bigdecks.co/blog/ipe-deck-builders-austin-engineering-the-40-year-outdoor-investment/)

Plan an Ipe deck around the way you use your yard, the specific boards proposed, and a clear agreement about finish, care, and construction scope.

[Read the guide →](https://bigdecks.co/blog/ipe-deck-builders-austin-engineering-the-40-year-outdoor-investment/)

April 02, 2026

## [Considering Thermally Modified Decking in Austin](https://bigdecks.co/blog/thermally-modified-wood-the-austin-homeowners-guide-to-durable-decking/)

Thermally modified boards appear in the BigDecks material collection. Review the specific product and its role in your deck before making the selection.

[Read the guide →](https://bigdecks.co/blog/thermally-modified-wood-the-austin-homeowners-guide-to-durable-decking/)

March 18, 2026

## [High-End Deck Design in Austin: Proportion, Materials, and Use](https://bigdecks.co/blog/high-end-deck-design-in-austin-build-the-backyard-youve-earned/)

A considered deck design connects materials, furniture, privacy, and the surrounding yard into a space that suits the way you live.

[Read the guide →](https://bigdecks.co/blog/high-end-deck-design-in-austin-build-the-backyard-youve-earned/)

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