Thread: Building a Chicago Rooftop Deck

I just closed on a small condo in Bucktown on Tuesday. It's on the third story and I have interior access to the roof which is 65' x 18'. In the process of looking for a place, I saw some really sweet decks and got a few good ideas.

I basically want a wooden deck, pergola, and an outdoor kitchen with a garden variety of plants and trees. I can do most of the work but I want the deck itself to be done professionally. So, if anyone knows a good, reputable builder who specializes in decks please let me know.

Here are a few pics of the staircase and the roof.

Let me know when you need an electrician....

I dont work till tuesday, but i will ask around.

Originally Posted by mrmikey32

Let me know when you need an electrician....

I dont work till tuesday, but i will ask around.

Will do and thanks. I'm back in Tampa now but will be back up there in a couple weeks. I'd like to get started before winter sets in.

Talk to Ray (Club411) he has a sweet as setup from what I have seen in pictures!!

Yes he does!!! I was just checking that thread out. He definitely did it right.

looks like a very workable space. I also like the idea of the gardens on the roof. it will help absorb some of the heat that hits the surface area and will ultimately help cool your place down in the summer if designed right.

good luck on the project!

Looks like you have plenty of room to work with.. hope all turns out good.

has great potential! hope everything goes well!

Thanks you all. It will be a slow process but I'll post pics of any progress throughout.

cant wait to see what else u have in store!