Ipe Deck Railing with Metal Balustrade

The Ipe deck railing with metal balustrade creates an elegant and polished entryway to this upper level deck. Ipe wood and metal are durable and low maintenance, but most importantly this design adds an aesthetic element to the contemporary home’s façade.

Intersecting Horizontal and Vertical Metal Slat Railing

The intersecting horizontal and vertical metal slat displays another striking geometric design within a railing, similar to the inverted U railing.  Featuring a mix of the classic wood handrail and posts with modern metal, this railing adds an aesthetic element to the deck.

Horizontal Ski Deck Railing

This horizontal ski deck railing is a good example of putting memorabilia to practical use! On display is a collection of colorful, old snow skis horizontally placed along a simple wood handrail and square posts to add interest and playfulness to this outdoor space.

Inverted U Metal Railing Idea

This forward-looking inverted U metal railing idea features a striking geometric design. A repeating pattern of sharp U shapes, stacked on top of each other, fills the balustrade, while a thin wooden handrail on top completes the modish style.

Horizontal Metal Pipe Handrail Idea

A streamlined horizontal metal pipe handrail idea! A classic wooden handrail and posts box in layers of thin pipe for an unobstructed view of the scenic landscape.  This simple railing design balances with long planks lining the deck’s floor lending a highly symmetrical look.

Horizontal Rebar Rustic Handrail

This horizontal rebar rustic handrail displays a sense of warmth and nostalgia reminiscent of old wire farmhouse fences.  Perfect for this relaxed setting, unfinished square posts and a simple handrail frame lines of thin rebar and allow for a clear view of the natural landscape.

Glass Panel Railing Idea

For breathtaking views consider this glass panel railing idea. Clearly, if it weren’t for a decorative duo of metal handrails, this railing would fade into the  coastal landscape. The glass balusters and metal frame also harmonize with the clean and modern style of the deck furniture.

Horizontal Wood 2×2 Handrail Design

With its streamlined linear look this horizontal wood 2×2 handrail design gives classic wood railings a modern update. Topped with a flat handrail, two by two wood bars line the balustrade horizontally matching the flow of the deck’s floor boards for a clean and simple ambience.

Pipe Cable Railing

This home features an interesting mix of natural and manmade architectural elements with a stucco and stone façade, wooden porch roof, and pipe cable railing.  Thin metal pipe supports streamlined wire cable along the deck and staircase lending an industrial look to Spanish contemporary style.

Glass Wood Cable Railing Idea

Check out this inspirational glass wood cable railing idea! It combines the natural beauty of wood, the elegant look of glass and trendy, streamlined wire cables to match most any type of architectural style, from rustic and country to contemporary.