Detroit’s Best Contractor for Custom Decks, Verandas & Lanais

Are you a Detroit homeowner looking to add a custom deck, veranda, lanai or terrace to your property? Ventures Designs specializes in creating unique outdoor living spaces that are tailored to the individual needs and preferences of each client. With over a decade of experience building beautiful and functional outdoor living spaces, we pride ourselves on providing Detroit and southeast Michigan with a superior design and build experience.

Take a moment to browse our Deck, Vernanda & Lanai Portfolio to see the full breadth of what we do, gather inspiration, and start visualizing your new outdoor living space. Then contact us to schedule your free design consultation where you’ll meet with a member of our in-house design team to discuss your project, timeline, budget, and more.

How long has Ventures been building custom decks, verandas & lanais in Detroit, Michigan?

Ventures has been building custom decks, verandas & lanais in Detroit, Michigan for over 10 years. Over the years we’ve built a reputation as one of Michigan’s best contractors to hire for custom decks, terraces and balconies. 

What types of decks, verandas & lanais do we specialize in?

Ventures specializes in the design and construction of fully customized decks, verandas, lanais terraces and balconies. Our team of carpenters are experts in the field and have years of experience. Ventures sources only the highest quality building materials. During the selections stage of your project, our specialist will walk you through selecting the perfect materials, colors, textures and patterns. For composite decks we use Trex and TimberTech. 

How much does a custom deck, veranda or lanai cost in Detroit, Michigan?

Having a custom deck, veranda, lanai or terrace built in Detroit, Michigan can range from $5K - $100K. With fully customized decks, verandas, lanais and terraces, there is a huge range depending on size, materials and intricacy of design. Many of our deck clients choose to build full outdoor living spaces with outdoor kitchens, pools and spas, fire features and shade cover such as a pergola or pavilion. Lakeside homeowners often want multi-level terraces leading from the home down to the water with fire features, grilling areas and a hot tub overlooking the water. Our experienced team of designers and sales consultants will work with you and your budget to build the custom deck or terrace of your dreams. 

How long does the design and build process take?

The construction process for a custom deck, veranda or lanai can take anywhere from 1 week to a couple months. That doesn’t include time spent on design, selections, permitting or other landscaping features. On average a simple project that includes a custom deck and surrounding landscape will take 2-4 weeks to complete. Like everything in Michigan, the time of year and weather can also have a big impact on the overall timeline. If you’re thinking about adding a custom deck or terrace to your home it’s never too early to start planning.

Are permits required to build a deck, veranda or lanai in Detroit, Michigan?

Yes, permits are almost always required to build decks, verandas, lanais and terraces in Detriot, Michigan. We have extensive experience working with the Detroit Building Department and are familiar with local building codes. When you choose us to build your deck, veranda or lanai we manage every step of the permitting process from application to final inspection.

Check out our portfolio to see the full breadth of what we build:

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