Rooftops Transformed: Understanding Rooftop Deck Systems
Rooftop decks create valuable living and recreational space for building owners, residents, and clients
Sponsored by Bison Innovative Products | Presented by Andrew Taylor
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Rooftop decks create valuable living and recreational space for building owners, residents, and clients. Accommodating restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, and everything from residential to government buildings, rooftop deck systems offer the design flexibility to create versatile, unique outdoor spaces over any structural surface. This course explores the features, surface materials, and design options for rooftop deck systems and provides an overview of recommended planning and installation guidelines.
Photo: John Cole; Courtesy of Bison Innovative Products
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Andrew Taylor is the Mid-Atlantic Territory Manager for Bison Innovative Products, bringing over a decade of experience in construction and architectural product specifications, particularly in pavers and rooftop deck system solutions. He specializes in guiding architects, landscape architects, contractors, and distributors through the complexities of selecting the right materials and specifications for their projects. As a key resource for technical support, Andrew provides expert advice on a wide range of topics, from wind uplift solutions to the aesthetic integration of outdoor site furnishings. What he enjoys most about his role is the opportunity to solve problems and ensure that every aspect of a project aligns seamlessly from concept to completion. Andrew holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and a Master’s degree in Business Administration and Management from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. |
Since 1994, Bison has led the industry in designing and manufacturing versatile pedestals, pavers, and site furnishings that offer design flexibility to create beautiful rooftop environments. Our tested, modular deck system allows rooftop decks to be installed quickly and easily.
Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in September 2024
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Identify the key features of deck supports, including their weight bearing capacities, durability, and height/slope adjustability, that enable precise deck leveling and a safe, structurally sound rooftop deck.
- Recall appropriate installation conditions for rooftop decking systems, including guidelines to facilitate durable and level deck construction, that meet structural, loading, and building code requirements.
- Discuss the characteristics and environmental attributes of rooftop deck systems and their site furnishings, which contribute to the well-being and health of building occupants.
- Describe how modular rooftop decking systems can be used to design creative custom deck options, and reference case studies to demonstrate how a unique, usable outdoor space can be installed over any structural surface.
