16x20 Deck Layout for Entertaining
A 16x20 deck built around entertaining needs room for a dining table and a separate lounge area, not just open square footage. ArcSite's 16x20 deck layout template lays that flexible space out for you, with room to add a covered section or built-in seating.
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Key Features
This 16x20 deck layout for entertaining includes
- Joist spacing and ledger board detail
- 4x4 support post placement
- Layout zoned for dining and lounge areas
- Option to add a covered section
- Step placement for yard access
The layout leaves room for a covered section over part of the deck rather than the full footprint, worth adjusting in ArcSite first if you want full coverage instead.
Key Considerations When Designing a 16x20 Deck for Entertaining
Splitting a 16x20 deck into a dining zone and a lounge zone takes more planning up front than one open rectangle, especially if you're adding a covered section over part of it. In ArcSite, you can adjust this layout's zoning and structural support to fit how you actually plan to use the space.
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FAQ
This version is zoned for a dining area and a separate lounge area, with room to add a covered section over part of the deck.
Yes! You can resize either zone, add a covered section, or adjust step placement directly in ArcSite.
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