In this Julian remodel, the homeowners were stuck with an outdoor space that was both poorly designed and structurally unsafe. HomeSmith SD was brought in to reimagine the layout, prioritizing safety and usability. By redesigning the footprint and installing a new sliding door transition, we turned a hazardous deck into a high-value extension of the home that functions like a true room addition.
Julian Deck Redesign & Seamless Patio Addition
Transformed an unsafe, poorly designed deck in Julian into a secure, functional outdoor living space featuring a new dining room slider that creates a seamless “room addition” feel.
Project Overview
- Location: Julian, CA
- Completion Date: Winter 2025
- Client: Private Residence
- Scope: Structural deck redesign, safety upgrades, sliding door installation, and patio integration.
The Process
Demolition & Structural Redesign
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Fully demoed the existing unsafe deck structure to clear the way for a modern build.
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Engineered a new, more usable layout to maximize the footprint of the outdoor space.
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Focused on long-term safety and structural integrity to withstand the Julian climate.
Interior-Exterior Integration
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Carefully framed and installed a new sliding glass door in the dining room.
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Reconfigured the entry point to create a natural, intuitive flow from the interior to the outdoors.
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Ensured the transition between the home and the new patio was seamless and level.
Final Finishing & Patio Build
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Constructed the new patio area with high-durability materials.
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Optimized the layout to ensure the new outdoor space felt like an integrated part of the home’s floor plan.
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Cleaned up the site and finalized all safety railings and trim work.
Final Outcome
This project completely changed how the homeowners interact with their property. By replacing a hazardous, clunky deck with a streamlined patio and adding a direct access slider, the dining room now feels twice as large. The result isn’t just a new outdoor area—it’s a transformation that feels like a functional room addition, blending the comfort of the indoors with the beauty of Julian.