Designing an Outdoor Space That Feels Balanced — Even on a Small Patio

Designing a well-balanced outdoor space doesn’t require a sprawling backyard — it simply takes intention. Homeowners in Wisconsin’s Lake Country area often face the challenge of making smaller patios feel inviting while keeping the layout open and functional. The key is to start with a focal point that anchors the space, such as a concrete […]

Early sunsets? Create cozy evenings that don’t end when the sun goes down.

Early sunsets don’t have to mean the evening is over. When fall and winter arrive, the sun disappears long before we’re ready to head inside. The temperature drops, the lighting feels harsh, and the atmosphere shifts. But with the right outdoor fire feature, your patio, deck, or lakeside gathering space can stay warm, inviting, and […]

Custom vs. Big Box Store: Where to Buy a Fire Table in Southeast Wisconsin

The Big Box Store ExperienceBig box retailers offer fire pit tables that are typically built offshore using lightweight materials and thin finishes. On display they may look good, but once installed outdoors, they often show wear quickly. Paint chips, metal rusts, finishes fade, and replacement parts can be difficult to find. Most models come in […]

Tired of replacing ugly metal fire pits? Our fire tables are built for life.

Most metal fire pits look good for a season or two—then the rust, warping, and peeling paint begin. Homeowners in Lake Country are tired of replacing them over and over. Castin Crete Designs builds concrete fire tables made to handle Wisconsin weather and still look incredible year after year. No more sharp rusted edges. No […]

Guests constantly moving seats? No smoke = no musical chairs.

When you’re hosting friends or family outdoors, there’s nothing more frustrating than everyone constantly switching spots to avoid smoke drifting from a wood-burning fire pit. It breaks up conversations, creates awkward seating shuffles, and turns a relaxing evening into a game of musical chairs. That’s exactly why homeowners in the Lake Country area—Okauchee Lake, Hartland, […]

How to Enjoy Your Patio Longer: Cold-Weather Fire Pit Ideas for Wisconsin Evenings

Cool evenings are part of life in Wisconsin, but that doesn’t mean patio season has to be short—especially when your outdoor space includes a well-designed fire feature. Homeowners across the Lake Country area—North Lake, Hartland, Delafield, Oconomowoc, and Pewaukee—are turning their patios into year-round gathering spots with modern gas fire tables, durable concrete fire pits, […]

Fall Fire Sale: Save 20–50% on Premium Concrete Fire Tables in Lake Country

There’s no better time to extend your outdoor season than during our Fall Fire Sale at The Modern Deck in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. For a limited time, you can save 20–50% on premium concrete fire tables and modern outdoor fire pits, all built with long-lasting GFRC concrete and designed to bring warmth, style, and durability to […]

PremiumFire Features & Outdoor Living Pieces for Lake Country

Fire Features and Outdoor Living Pieces for Lake Country HomesServing Oconomowoc, Delafield, Hartland, Okauchee Lake, North Lake and Pewaukee Outdoor living is a way of life in the Lake Country area. Whether it’s evenings by the lake in Oconomowoc, summer gatherings in Delafield, backyard entertaining in Hartland, or peaceful mornings in Okauchee Lake, people here […]

Stone Bank’s Destination for Outdoor Living and Style

Discover The Modern Deck: Stone Bank’s Destination for Outdoor Living and Style If you’re searching for outdoor living inspiration in Stone Bank, WI, look no further than The Modern Deck. Our showroom is the Lake Country destination for handcrafted concrete décor, fire features, and durable poly Adirondack outdoor furniture. Whether you’re creating a cozy patio […]