Custom Decks & Screened-In Porch Construction in Greater Chicagoland
Your backyard should be a natural extension of your home, a private sanctuary for morning coffee, family dinners, and weekend hosting. At Crafted by Cohen, we design and construct premium outdoor living spaces that seamlessly blend architectural beauty with rock-solid structural integrity.
Building an outdoor structure that withstands the changing Midwest seasons requires a unique combination of technical precision and market strategy. Yaron utilizes his Master’s in Mechanical Engineering to ensure that every deck frame, post, roof tie-in, and footing is mathematically calculated to exceed local building codes for absolute safety. Meanwhile, Arielle applies her 15+ years of residential real estate expertise to help you select high-durability, low-maintenance materials that yield the highest Return on Investment (ROI) and maximize your home's equity.
Premium Custom Deck Building Services
Whether you want to replace an aging wood deck or design a multi-level outdoor entertainment hub from scratch, we specialize in building durable, visually stunning decks tailored to your land's topography.
For homeowners who want luxury without the ongoing maintenance, we specialize in high-end composite decking. Materials like Trex and TimberTech resist fading, staining, scratching, and mold. Best of all, they eliminate the risk of splinters, making them the ultimate kid-conscious and barefoot-friendly choice for families.
Low-Maintenance Composite Decks (Trex & TimberTech)
Traditional Natural Wood Decks
If you prefer the authentic warmth and timeless beauty of natural wood, we craft custom decks using premium, hand-selected pressure-treated lumber or gorgeous, durable western red cedar. We ensure precision fastening and structural breathability to minimize warping and checking over time.
We don't do cookie-cutter platforms. We design custom multi-level decks that feature defined zones for grilling, dining, and lounging. We can seamlessly integrate custom built-in bench seating, hidden under-deck drainage systems (to create a dry storage space underneath), and low-voltage LED stair and post-cap lighting for ambient evening safety.
Multi-Level Layouts & Integrated Deck Features
Custom Screened-In Porches & Covered Decks
Enjoy the fresh air and beauty of the outdoors without the hassle of unpredictable weather, intense UV rays, or annoying pests. A custom screened-in porch or covered deck creates the perfect three-season transitional room for your family.
The hallmark of a premium screened porch is that it looks like it was built with the original house, not tacked on later. Yaron meticulously engineers the roof tie-ins, trusses, and support columns to match your home’s existing roofline, siding, and architectural character perfectly.
Seamless Architectural Integration & Roof Tie-Ins
High-Durability Screening & All-Weather Flooring
We utilize heavy-duty, puncture-resistant screening systems that stand up to wind, weather, and pets while maintaining crisp, clear visibility. For the interior, we install premium outdoor flooring ranging from composite boards to tongue-and-groove cedar and finish the ceiling with beautiful beadboard and integrated ceiling fans and lighting.
The Crafted by Cohen Construction Standards
Outdoor structures carry immense weight and are exposed to harsh elements, making structural safety our absolute highest priority.
Engineered Foundation Precision
Yaron personally oversees the calculation and pouring of concrete footings below the frost line to guarantee your deck or porch will never sag, shift, or pull away from your home’s ledger board.
The Kid-Safe Guarantee
We understand that a construction site in the backyard can be hazardous for children and pets. We maintain an exceptionally clean workspace. We lock away power tools, manage construction debris, and run heavy-duty magnets over the grass and driveway daily to catch loose nails and screws.
No Hidden Fees or "Sham Contracts"
Guided by Arielle's real estate background, we offer fully transparent, line-item contracts with guaranteed budgets and straightforward build timelines.
Expand Your Living Space Into the Great Outdoors
Proudly serving Riverwoods, Deerfield, Highland Park, and the surrounding North Shore and Chicagoland communities, Crafted by Cohen is ready to build your backyard retreat.