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Traditional Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Cranberry Township Deck
Cranberry Township Deck
J. Francis Company LLCJ. Francis Company LLC
The pergola and small grilling area are located right off the house's kitchen and dining area inside. A small area cantilevered from the main deck serves to accommodate the owner's grill. New stairs descend to the level of the garage and driveway below.
Maine Cottage
Maine Cottage
Leslie Saul & AssociatesLeslie Saul & Associates
Lake house Deck with Hot Tub. Trent Bell Photography, Richardson & Associates Landscape Architects
Photo of a large classic back terrace in Portland Maine with a water feature and no cover.
Porch and Deck Project
Porch and Deck Project
Williams Aluminum RailingWilliams Aluminum Railing
Traditional porch and deck project on back of house with Williams-Interlocking™ aluminum railing.
Photo of a medium sized classic back terrace in Minneapolis.
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Design ideas for a small classic back terrace in Portland.
Decks
Decks
Elite Decks & Home RemodelingElite Decks & Home Remodeling
Photo of a large traditional back terrace in Baltimore with no cover.
Louvered Deck Privacy Screen
Louvered Deck Privacy Screen
FlexfenceFlexfence
Wilson Loree; Paul LaFrance Designs, New Trend Corporation Panel
Inspiration for a traditional terrace in Toronto.
Brooks Project
Brooks Project
The DeckspertsThe Decksperts
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back terrace in Boston with a roof extension.
Containers
Containers
Artistry In PlantsArtistry In Plants
Inspiration for a small traditional back terrace in Raleigh with no cover.
Deck - Traditional - 1
Deck - Traditional - 1
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Manchester with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Deck and Fence Painting
Deck and Fence Painting
Bear Mountain Custom PaintingBear Mountain Custom Painting
Large classic back terrace in Atlanta with a pergola.
Cable Railing & Cable Rail Systems
Cable Railing & Cable Rail Systems
RailPro of Oregon, Inc.RailPro of Oregon, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back terrace in Portland with no cover.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Third Space Builders, LLC.Third Space Builders, LLC.
Large traditional back terrace in Columbus with a fire feature and a pergola.
Multi-Level Deck with Hot Tub
Multi-Level Deck with Hot Tub
Back To Nature DecksBack To Nature Decks
This is an example of a medium sized classic back terrace in Philadelphia with a pergola.
Traditional Terrace & Balcony
Traditional Terrace & Balcony
Traditional back terrace in Other with no cover.
Decks
Decks
Woodridge Deck & Gazebo Co.Woodridge Deck & Gazebo Co.
Woodridge Deck & Gazebo Co.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back terrace in Chicago with no cover.
Clovelly House
Clovelly House
Bawtree Design | Architecture + InteriorsBawtree Design | Architecture + Interiors
Camilla Quiddington
Inspiration for a medium sized classic side terrace in Sydney with an awning and a bbq area.
Woodsbury, MN: Black Aluminum Posts & Inline Support for Customer Top Rail
Woodsbury, MN: Black Aluminum Posts & Inline Support for Customer Top Rail
Stainless Cable & Railing, LLCStainless Cable & Railing, LLC
Inspiration for a traditional terrace in Seattle.
MIller Rd HIstoric restoration
MIller Rd HIstoric restoration
Lancor Construction Group, Inc.Lancor Construction Group, Inc.
Classic terrace in New York with no cover and a bbq area.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Archadeck of Southeast LouisianaArchadeck of Southeast Louisiana
Photo of a traditional back terrace in New Orleans with a pergola.

Traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a traditional 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 traditional 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.
Custom Deck with Fortress & High Point Deck Lighting
Custom Deck with Fortress & High Point Deck Lighting
SRI.SRI.
This is an example of a large traditional back terrace in Denver with no cover.
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