This was a complex job involving a suspended balcony over a new pergola. The original deck was too low, making it hard for the elderly clients to safely access the outdoor area. We completely rebuilt the deck using wide-board Spotted Gum and raised the structure to be flush with the internal floor level — creating safe, seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The upper balcony required heavy engineering — we sleeved steel beams into the home and suspended the balcony over EPS-insulated roofing panels. We also reused the client’s original balustrades and simplified the layout below to create an open, spacious living zone. A beautifully finished result with longevity and care in mind.