Steel-Framed Deck with Glass Railing in Lake St. Louis, MO

Location:

Lake St. Louis, MO

Materials Used:

Camo, Deckorators Voyage Decking, Fastenmaster, New Castle Steel, Regal Glass Rail, Simpson, Starborn, ZipUp Ceiling

Price Range:

$95,000

A sunny view of a two-story gray house with a wooden deck and black railings. Below the deck is a paved patio with outdoor furniture. The backyard has a well-maintained lawn and is surrounded by trees.
Two-story house with gray siding, a second-story deck with glass railings, and an exterior wooden staircase leading down to a paver patio.
A two-story house exterior featuring a large, elevated brown deck with a modern glass railing, supported by black posts. The lower level has dark gray siding, and a covered patio beneath the deck is finished with a multi-toned paver stone floor and includes a ceiling fan. An open staircase leads up to the deck on the left.
The image shows an exterior view of a two-story home with a newly built or renovated deck and staircase. The deck is on the second level and features a glass and black metal railing system. The stairs leading up to the deck are made of wood-look composite material with a black metal railing and handrails. The area beneath the deck appears to be a covered patio. The ground level is paved with multi-toned pavers, and the house siding is a dark gray or black color.
A photo showing a newly constructed or renovated composite deck. The deck has a reddish-brown, wood-look surface and is enclosed by a modern black railing system with glass panels along the edge overlooking a grassy yard. In the background are houses and trees under a blue sky with wispy clouds.
A sunny view of a two-story gray house with a wooden deck and black railings. Below the deck is a paved patio with outdoor furniture. The backyard has a well-maintained lawn and is surrounded by trees.
The image shows an elevated deck with composite decking and railing. The side of the deck is clad in a brown, wood-look composite material. The deck is supported by a large black metal post visible in the foreground, secured with bolts. The railing system includes black metal posts and clear glass panels. Below the deck, the ground is covered with light brown and reddish-brown pavers. In the background, a house with dark siding and another house are visible, along with some landscaping.
An overhead view of an outdoor space featuring a composite wood deck with stairs leading down to a patio made of multi-toned, rectangular pavers. The patio is bordered by a dark gray edge and meets a lawn of green grass in a gentle curve.
A two-story deck on the back of a house. The house siding is gray. The deck is constructed with tan composite decking material and has a black metal railing system on the upper level, which includes glass panels. A wide set of stairs made of the same composite material leads from the patio to the upper deck. The deck is supported by black square posts. The ground level is a brick or paver patio.
An aerial view of a two-story gray house with a new, elevated outdoor living space consisting of a multi-level deck and a surrounding paver patio. The deck is constructed with composite wood-look material in a reddish-brown color, features black metal railings, and has a wide set of stairs leading down to the patio. The patio is made of gray and brown interlocking pavers, wraps around the house, and includes a boat covered with a white tarp on the right.
An aerial view of a newly constructed, elevated deck with light brown composite decking and black metal railing, including sections with glass panels. The deck extends along the back of a gray two-story house. A set of stairs descends from one end of the deck to a paved patio area below, which is made of rectangular and square pavers in various shades of brown and gray. The deck is supported by black posts. Another house is visible in the background to the left.
An aerial view of a two-story gray house with a new, elevated outdoor living space consisting of a multi-level deck and a surrounding paver patio. The deck is constructed with composite wood-look material in a reddish-brown color, features black metal railings, and has a wide set of stairs leading down to the patio. The patio is made of gray and brown interlocking pavers, wraps around the house, and includes a boat covered with a white tarp on the right.

The Evolution: From Patio to Two-Story Sanctuary

What began as a simple covered patio shifted into a dual-level entertainment hub. We proposed adding a large sliding glass door from the second-floor master bedroom to create a private balcony with panoramic views of the lake and the ninth green.

To address concerns about stray golf balls, we performed a live demonstration. A Regal glass panel was placed twenty yards from the tee box and struck by golfers; the tempered glass remained flawless, proving its resilience for this golf community setting.

Project Highlights: Structural Mastery

1. High-Span Steel Framework

We utilized New Castle Steel Framing to achieve a sixteen-foot span between supports. This eliminates excessive vertical posts, maintaining an open, unobstructed lower living area and leaving room for a future roof addition.

2. Premium Decking Surface

We selected Deckorators Voyage (Sedona) for the surface. This mineral-based composite offers superior traction and remains stable through Missouri’s temperature swings. The boards are secured with Camo edge fasteners for a clean, fastener-free finish.

3. Dry-Zone Lower Living

A ZipUp ceiling system redirects water away from the lower patio, keeping the area dry.

The finished ceiling includes recessed lighting, custom fan mounts, and stone accents on the support columns, complementing the decking above.

4. Panoramic Glass Railings

The Regal framed glass railing system removes the visual obstruction of traditional balusters. This provides clear views of the green and the lake from both the main deck and the private master balcony.

Technical Specifications

  • Structure: 14-Gauge New Castle Structural Steel
  • Surface: Deckorators Voyage Sedona
  • Drainage: ZipUp Under-Deck Ceiling System
  • Railings: High-Impact Regal Tempered Glass

Technical Mastery. Sophisticated Design.

Solid Ground reconstructed this Lake St. Louis property into a refined sanctuary. By combining high-span steel beams with a second-story master suite addition, we created a space that prioritizes both structural permanence and the view.

Are you ready to see the true potential of your property? Let’s walk through your site together and identify the high-performance materials required for a generational build!

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Industry-Leading Excellence:

  • Deck Specialist of the Year
  • Best of St. Louis Deck Builders
  • NADRA 2025 Deck Safety Ambassador
  • Elite Partners: New Castle Steel, Deckorators, & TimberTech

 

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