Frankston, VIC
Stratco Cooldek Patio & Composite Decking in Frankston
Patios, Decking, Outdoor Living
Project Overview
This Frankston outdoor living project transformed a bare backyard into a complete entertaining area featuring a Stratco Cooldek insulated patio, Ekodeck composite decking and glass balustrade around the pool area.
With the property owner living interstate, Livin Renovations managed the project locally from design and approvals through to construction and trade coordination, creating a cohesive outdoor space designed to enhance both the usability and presentation of the investment property.
Products & materials
Stratco Cooldek • Ekodeck Designer Series Leatherwood • Translucent Rooflites • Glass Balustrade
Project Type
Patio + Decking
Location
Frankston, VIC
COMpleted
August 2026
The client need
The property owner lives interstate and wanted to create a premium outdoor entertaining area at her Frankston investment property.
A previous timber patio had been removed because it did not have the required building permit, leaving the backyard as bare ground with temporary fencing around the pool. The goal was to create a properly approved outdoor space that complemented the home, improved the property’s appeal and provided a quality outdoor area for future occupants.
Our Solution
Livin Renovations designed a new raised Stratco Cooldek patio and Ekodeck composite deck to transform the previously unused backyard into a substantial outdoor entertaining space.
With the deck sitting approximately 500mm above natural ground level, the patio was raised using riser brackets to create the more open, grand feel the client wanted while helping natural light reach the adjoining areas of the home.
The completed design incorporated three translucent Rooflites, 10 integrated LED downlights and a glass balustrade around the pool area, bringing the different elements together as one complete outdoor living space.
Design & Features
With the new deck sitting approximately 500mm above natural ground level, the patio roof was raised using riser brackets to create additional height and a more open, spacious feel.
150 Outback beams were used to achieve the required spans while reducing the number of columns within the entertaining area. The design also incorporated two different roof pitches, which were carefully integrated to create a seamless finished structure.
Three translucent Rooflites were incorporated to bring more natural light into the adjoining areas of the home, while 10 integrated LED downlights provide lighting across the outdoor area for evening use.
Key Features
Stratco Cooldek insulated patio
Raised roof design with riser brackets
150 Outback structural beams
Two integrated roof pitches
3 translucent Rooflites
10 integrated LED downlights
Ekodeck Designer Series composite decking
Leatherwood decking colour
Approximately 500mm raised deck
Glass balustrade / pool-barrier integration
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Project Management
With the property owner living interstate, Livin Renovations managed the project locally from design and approvals through to construction, trade coordination and compliance.
We coordinated the pool-safety approval requirements and Build Over Easement approvals with the relevant water authority and Frankston City Council. The approval process was completed in less than four weeks, with construction completed in just over three weeks.
Landscaping was arranged separately, with Livin Renovations providing on-site advice to help integrate the surrounding landscaping with the completed outdoor area.
Project Outcome
What began as bare ground with temporary pool fencing was transformed into a premium outdoor entertaining area incorporating an insulated patio, composite deck, integrated lighting and glass balustrade.
The finished design provides a spacious, cohesive outdoor area while delivering the premium appearance the interstate property owner wanted for her Frankston investment property.
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What Our Client Said
★★★★★
I had a fantastic experience with Living Renovations for our Stratco verandah and decking project, and Mayank was truly outstanding from start to finish. He managed the entire build end-to-end, and nothing was ever too much to ask. Mayank went above and beyond at every stage, coordinating all the trades, negotiating great rates, and seamlessly organising compliance checks with the building surveyor. His professionalism, clear communication, and work ethic made the entire process completely stress-free. I highly recommend Mayank and the Living Renovations team to anyone looking for quality renovation work!
— Sophia Yang
