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Lawrenceville Newly Built Deck
Lawrenceville Newly Built Deck
DES Home RenovationsDES Home Renovations
Photo of a medium sized modern back first floor metal railing terrace in Philadelphia with no cover.
Coastal Cottage
Coastal Cottage
Stuart OsmanStuart Osman
This is an example of a nautical terrace in Gold Coast - Tweed.
North Channel
North Channel
Konrady & Son Construction, LLCKonrady & Son Construction, LLC
Inspiration for a nautical terrace in Other.
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Mineko
Mineko
SARL AR ARCHITECTURESARL AR ARCHITECTURE
Nautical terrace in Bordeaux.
Glenview Residence
Glenview Residence
DCM Building DesignDCM Building Design
Beach style terrace in Sunshine Coast.
Endeavour Prize Home Maleny
Endeavour Prize Home Maleny
Taylor'd DISTINCTIONTaylor'd DISTINCTION
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in Sunshine Coast.
Outdoor gas fireplace
Outdoor gas fireplace
Arcadia Design GroupArcadia Design Group
This is an example of a modern terrace in Denver.
Timbertech with Azek Ceiling
Timbertech with Azek Ceiling
Deck & Drive SolutionsDeck & Drive Solutions
This was a very cool outdoor project. This house originally did not have a deck, but the homeowners didn’t want to keep going through the basement to go outside to the backyard. We designed a deck with an upcoming patio in mind. I designed the deck and a proposed patio idea, then we hooked up with my landscaper Pat with Earthly Possibilities to create the below the deck living. We used Timbertech Decking Terrain Series (Sandy Birch for the main color then accented it with Rustic Elm for the Picture Frame). To make below more useable, we installed Trex’s Rain Escape System then installed a ceiling with Azek’s PVC Ceiling. In the ceiling we had a few LED lights installed along with a ceiling fan. Pat then installed the patio pavers and custom firepit. This complete project turned out great so the homeowner can entertain and enjoy their new backyard this year!
UNA TERRAZA PARA SOÑAR EN PLENO CENTRO
UNA TERRAZA PARA SOÑAR EN PLENO CENTRO
Arcadia Jardines y paisajesArcadia Jardines y paisajes
La terraza sur en otoño
Inspiration for a large roof terrace in Madrid with a potted garden.
Merrimack Deck w/ Benches & Flower Boxes
Merrimack Deck w/ Benches & Flower Boxes
Rick Villandry RemodelingRick Villandry Remodeling
Photo of a contemporary back terrace in Boston.
ATTICO - DUEPIÙUNO
ATTICO - DUEPIÙUNO
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
cucina esterna sul terrazzo ci Cesar Cucine e barbeque a gas di weber pensilina in vetro e linea led sotto gronda. Parete rivestita con micro mosaico di Appiani colore grigio.
Colonial Transformation
Colonial Transformation
Molly Bachelor ArchitectMolly Bachelor Architect
Photography by Jeff Garland
Medium sized retro roof first floor wire cable railing terrace in Detroit with a roof extension.
Outdoor Heating Systems
Outdoor Heating Systems
MCS ProductsMCS Products
Do you have outdoor areas at your home or business that you would like to utilize but cannot because of the cold weather? We have the solution to help keep your outdoor living areas warm no matter the weather. Our state-of-the-art electric and gas outdoor warming units are the best in the industry. With wall-mounted, recessed, or portable heating you can seamlessly integrate these outdoor heating units around your residence or business. Our outdoor heating units feature a sleek, modern exterior that allows them to complement nearly any décor.
1121 Contra Costa Dr
1121 Contra Costa Dr
NurtureSource HomesNurtureSource Homes
Retro terrace in San Francisco.
Jardin moderne de centre-ville
Jardin moderne de centre-ville
Garden ProjectGarden Project
Inspiration for a contemporary terrace in Toulouse with feature lighting.
Jardin design et naturel - Velaux
Jardin design et naturel - Velaux
Sigmap-JardinSigmap-Jardin
Inspiration for a contemporary ground level terrace in Marseille with a pergola.
Brevard Residence
Brevard Residence
Peter Tart ArchitectPeter Tart Architect
Photo of a contemporary terrace in Other with feature lighting.
Un hogar de paz
Un hogar de paz
diseiadiseia
Small scandi metal railing terrace in Other with a living wall.
Olympic Manor
Olympic Manor
Tristan Gary DesignsTristan Gary Designs
A perfect spot to sit and enjoy the PNW views of the puget sound.
This is an example of a small retro back first floor metal railing terrace in Seattle.

Terrace Ideas and Designs

There’s nothing quite like an outdoor space with a view and if you’re elevated up high then there’s more chance of getting that view. Even if you’re not blessed with a natural view from your home, an elevated space outdoors will at least give you the chance to survey the land in front of you; whether that’s a few square metres or whole acres! A terrace is one way of achieving this as it gives you the flat surface of a patio but elevated; either on a flat roof, as decking in your garden, or extending out from your house at ground level or higher. Whether a terrace is your only outside space and you want it to function as a garden or you’ll be using it as a dining or seating area, there are all sorts of design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a roof garden?

UK homeowners are resourceful when it comes to outside space and will make the most of anything they can get their hands on, so it’s no wonder that in urban areas and cities we look to the roof for a place to get some rays. A roof terrace can work in just the same way as a decking area, but you just may need a few extra elements to make it more comfortable – a way of shading an area from the sun, perhaps a parasol or sun shade, a touch of green to break up the stark nature of a roof, and a drainage system that will stop rain water collecting in colder months. If you want to create a whole garden on your roof you’ll be a little more restricted than when on ground level. Plants may have to remain potted, but you can find companies that design and install green roofs – systems that allow plants to be planted into the roof surface. However, green roofs can be costly and tricky to install, so stick to pots and raised flower beds if you want to stay on the safe side. Loungers, deck chairs and rattan chairs are great pieces of roof garden furniture as they’re portable and can be moved around your rooftop garden easily; perfect for sun chasers. However, if you want to create a larger sense of space for your roof terrace design, think about built-in benches or seating around the sides or a corner of your roof garden.

What to consider when designing garden decking

A decked garden area may look simple once finished, but there are so many factors to consider when it comes to putting together decking ideas. You’ll need to think about the materials you want to use, the balustrades or railings you might choose, whether you will have a raised deck and decking steps, and whether you want decking lights.

Which decking material is best?

Composite decking is a popular choice for outdoor deck material because it offers a combination of practicality and style. The boards are made of wood and plastic fibres so that the classic wooden look is kept but the plastic fibres mean they will be much more durable and easier to maintain than traditional hardwood. If you can’t resist the natural look and feel of hardwood decking boards, then yellow balau, iroko and ipe decking are suitable outdoor boards that will give you the classic feel of a traditional wooden deck. Remember, with hardwood decking you will regularly need to treat the wood to keep it clean, waterproofed and to maintain the colour. As wood is usually more of an investment than composite or plastic decking, it’s a good idea to speak to decking specialists or timber merchants because they will be able to advise you on the best wood for your design and how best to treat it. You may find that different decking materials are better to suited to different types of terraces; whether that’s on a roof, in the garden or on a balcony. Whether you are designing a terrace, balcony or decked garden area from scratch, or just looking to decorate what you already have, take a look through the photos on Houzz to find terrace and balcony ideas and inspiration.
Littleton Project
Littleton Project
Coppin DesignsCoppin Designs
Photo of a contemporary terrace in Other with fencing.
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