Fire pit focal point

This deck more than doubles the home's living space with ample sunbathing, conversation, and entertaining areas.

Expanding an existing deck made of Trex, a composite material, architect Peter Pfau carved out an area for a new entry pavilion and another for a fire pit. A matching boardwalk connects the main house to two tented guest rooms.

Design:  Pfau Architecture, San Francisco (415/908-6408). Construction:  Woodworking West, Stinson Beach, CA (415/868-2265).