Master Builder Leads a Deck Rebellion

I remember when my father built his first deck. It was a small one at one side of the pool. Years later, he took it to a new level where he built one connected to the house with sliding glass doors, a grilling and dining area leading to the pool. That was decades ago, but my first experience with a deck as not simply a platform, but a living and entertainment space. Fast forward to 2025, Deck Rebellion: Revolutionary Concepts for Outdoor Living takes deck design up several notches (as the great Casey Kasem used to say) into a dimension so fascinating, it is limited only by one’s imagination.

Sean McAleer, founder of Deck Remodelers, winner of a plethora of prestigious awards, offers us not only a look into his own mind and skill, but a trending attitude toward decks as not only a place to enjoy a newspaper and grill burgers, but as the centerpiece of a backyard resort. We all enjoy going to 5-star hotels with beautiful outdoor deck areas, why not have one at home? This book not only let’s the reader explore his or her potential with photos of McAleer’s heralded work, but a series of short story testimonials from those whose backyards he and his company enchanted.

The decks shown in this book not only epitomize the new wave in yard-wide reimagination but also reveal how much McAleer loves a challenge and takes true joy in improving people’s lives through their homes. Why not, as he says, bring what you enjoy about the inside of your home outside? 

While the photos inspire imagination and offer readers a chance to think about the possibilities for their own backyard paradise, McAleer also offers practical advice to those who want to take on one of their own Deck Rebellions. He conveys what a well-conceived and quality-constructed deck can do for a home both to its aesthetic and investment value

About Sean McAleer: Sean McAleer, President of Deck Remodelers, is a third-generation carpenter and cabinet maker who has redefined outdoor living through visionary deck design. Under his leadership, Deck Remodelers has become a trailblazer in the industry, earning over 70 national design awards and holding the distinction of being the most award-winning deck design firm in North America since 2010. A pioneer in his field, Sean was among the first members of NADRA (North American Deck & Railing Association), where he has been actively involved for almost 15 years. His expertise has also earned him a place on Infratech’s Visionary Committee, as well as a panelist spot on the Luxe Interiors & Design webinar. Beyond his groundbreaking work in deck design, Sean is an avid traveler, a passionate Harley-Davidson enthusiast, and a dedicated family man, married with four children. Check out his website https://deckremodelers.com/.