About this asset

This concrete deck support block is a native Revit family designed for residential decking and light structural foundation support. The component is a precast-style concrete block featuring a truncated pyramid geometry with a distinct cross-shaped recessed channel at the top. This central void is engineered to accommodate standard timber joists, typically 4x4 or similar dimensional lumber, providing a stable, elevated base for ground-level decking systems. The surface texture mimics a rough-cast concrete finish, consistent with industrial-grade outdoor masonry units. Its design ensures water drainage away from the timber contact point, while the broad, tapered base provides necessary bearing capacity for typical residential deck loads without requiring deep excavation or poured footings.

The download is a 225 KB file containing a Revit family (.rfa). Load it into a project from the Insert tab with Load Family, then place it like any other component of its category; it schedules and tags with the rest of your model.

In Revit, this family is typically placed on a site plan or floor plan view. Users should load the component into the project and place it directly onto the site topography or slab element. As a loadable family, it can be scheduled to track material quantities and unit counts for decking projects. Ensure the base is aligned with the project coordinate system or ground plane to maintain accurate elevations for the deck frame structure.

This block is ideal for residential landscape design and ground-level decking projects where traditional concrete pier footings are unnecessary or impractical. It is frequently employed by architects and contractors for garden platforms, raised walkways, and temporary timber structures. Professionals searching for this component often look for pier blocks, deck footings, or ground-contact supports. It integrates seamlessly into site plans and structural models, providing a reliable, modular solution for quick-install deck foundations in backyard or terrace developments.