Designing Commercial Decks for Durability

There really is no mystery to delivering a timber deck that will beyond your expectations. But it doesn't happen by accident. Many small points of detail must be attended to.

I have a full day course on the coastal decks which delves very deeply into the subject. However, this course is a good introduction and will allow you to grasp the key design issues that impact adversely on service life.

The contents of the course are based on formal research projects, years of delivering successful design and supply projects and much observation.

Edgar Malcolm Stubbersfield is a seasoned expert with over four decades of hands-on experience in the field of timber design and construction. His comprehensive understanding of the material's unique properties and potential pitfalls has made him a much-sought-after voice in the industry. With a background spanning practical trade skills, design mastery, and a scholarly grasp of timber's role in architecture, Edgar's contributions have shaped both residential and commercial timber works, emphasizing durability and aesthetic harmony.

His passion for the subject is evident in the highly specialized course, "The Seven Deadly Sins of External Timber Design," which Edgar both created and teaches. This course distills his wealth of knowledge and practical experience into vital lessons for avoiding common mistakes in timber design. Edgar's dedication to the sustainable and thoughtful use of timber resonates with his students, inspiring them to approach their designs with both creativity and a strong sense of environmental stewardship. As an educator, he's committed to raising the bar in the industry, ensuring that the next generation of designers and builders continues to create timber structures that stand the test of time.