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Affordable Modern Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Okanagan Lakeside Residence
Okanagan Lakeside Residence
MQN Architects & MQN InteriorsMQN Architects & MQN Interiors
Medium sized modern roof terrace in Vancouver with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Morningside
Morningside
Saunders Building Company Pty LtdSaunders Building Company Pty Ltd
Photo of a medium sized modern back terrace in Brisbane with a roof extension.
Customer Fire Pit and Outdoor Furniture Photos
Customer Fire Pit and Outdoor Furniture Photos
All Backyard FunAll Backyard Fun
Featuring Northcape's Bainbridge Wicker patio furniture set and the mini tropical elegance Oriflamme fire table.
Large modern back terrace in Denver with a fire feature.
UltraLox Aluminum Railing System For Decks
UltraLox Aluminum Railing System For Decks
UltraloxUltralox
It’s hard to improve the quality of Aluminum Deck Rail from UltraLox™. They’re lining more and more decks in North America with their premium powder-coated aluminum railing and glass railing systems. The do-it-yourself easy of construction is a key factor in that. These simple, easy-to-install railing systems cut down on installation time and cost. The hidden fastener system allows for seamlessness around your outdoor oasis. https://ultralox.com/aluminum-railing/
Modern Pergola Outdoor Living
Modern Pergola Outdoor Living
Alair Homes OrilliaAlair Homes Orillia
This modern deck includes a solid wood pergola, privacy screen, sleek tiled outdoor fireplace, glass railings, in-step lighting, and minimalist landscaping.
West LA
West LA
California Deck BuildersCalifornia Deck Builders
Trex Decking & Concrete Pavers
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.
Mod House
Mod House
Worth Design Build, Inc.Worth Design Build, Inc.
Studio Laguna
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back terrace in Minneapolis with no cover.
Spacious Garage Deck Retreat
Spacious Garage Deck Retreat
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Inspiration for a medium sized modern roof terrace in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
A place to relax.
A place to relax.
Georgia Lindsay Garden DesignGeorgia Lindsay Garden Design
Minimal seating to allow the plating to shine.
Design ideas for a small modern back terrace in London with a potted garden.
Composite and Cedar Deck for 7 Person Hot Tub Spa in Columbia
Composite and Cedar Deck for 7 Person Hot Tub Spa in Columbia
Dimensions in Wood IncDimensions in Wood Inc
This Columbia home had one deck which descended directly into their backyard. Rather than tuck their seven person hot tub on the concrete patio below their deck, we constructed a new tier. Their new deck was built with composite decking, making it completely maintenance free. Constructed with three feet concrete piers and post bases attaching each support according to code, this new deck can easily withstand the weight of hundreds of gallons of water and a dozen or more people. Aluminum rails line the stairs and surround the entire deck for aesthetics as well as safety. Taller aluminum supports form a privacy screen with horizontal cedar wood slats. The cedar wall also sports four clothes hooks for robes. The family now has a private place to relax and entertain in their own backyard. Dimensions In Wood is more than 40 years of custom cabinets. We always have been, but we want YOU to know just how many more Dimensions we have. Whatever home renovation or new construction projects you want to tackle, we can Translate Your Visions into Reality. Zero Maintenance Composite Decking, Cedar Privacy Screen and Aluminum Safety Rails:
Inchyra House
Inchyra House
Robert M. Cain, ArchitectRobert M. Cain, Architect
A dog trot entry separates the living area to the left from guest quarters, exercise, shop and garage to the right. The dogtrot faces due south toward the site's future agricultural fields and the national forest beyond. Fredrik Brauer
Modern Irvine
Modern Irvine
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
A built-in ipe dining table is in the foreground with the built-in seating, citrus in pots, and lush planting surrounding the prefabricated fire pit by Restoration Hardware. The deck is made from ipe, also know as ironwood for its strength. Studio H Landscape Architecture
Malibu New construction
Malibu New construction
LA-Decks Backyard and Pool RemodelingLA-Decks Backyard and Pool Remodeling
Photo of a medium sized modern back terrace in Los Angeles with a potted garden and no cover.
Cedar decks by Hickory Dickory Decks.
Cedar decks by Hickory Dickory Decks.
Hickory Dickory DecksHickory Dickory Decks
Tom Jacques and Drew Cunningham
This is an example of a medium sized modern back terrace in Toronto.
Petite terrasse avec piscine
Petite terrasse avec piscine
SlowgardenSlowgarden
Photo of a medium sized modern back terrace in Other with a living wall.
Oakland Hills Modern Deck Planters
Oakland Hills Modern Deck Planters
Leigh DesignsLeigh Designs
Leigh Gronet
Photo of a small modern side terrace in San Francisco with a potted garden and no cover.
10' x 14' TimberTech Composite Deck - Coconut Husk
10' x 14' TimberTech Composite Deck - Coconut Husk
Mjolnir ConstructionMjolnir Construction
This gorgeous 10' x 14' deck was framed with brown pressure treated wood situated on helical piles. Composite decking and stair treads are from the TimberTech EDGE® Prime+ Collection® in the colour Coconut Husk. The aluminum railing is supplied by Imperial Kool-Ray, and part of the 5000 series with 3/4" x 3/4" spindles in the colour Commercial Brown. The project took four days to complete with the framing and final inspections completed by the City of Ottawa.
Price Road, Arlington WA.
Price Road, Arlington WA.
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Entry deck overlooking the forest.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back terrace in Seattle with a pergola.
Wrap Around View Deck
Wrap Around View Deck
Barber BuildersBarber Builders
A simple wrap around deck added the indoor/outdoor feel to the space. A great place to watch the sunset.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern side terrace in Santa Barbara with a fire feature and no cover.
Wicker Park Backyard
Wicker Park Backyard
PITCH ConceptsPITCH Concepts
Chicago Home Photos
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back terrace in Chicago with a fire feature and no cover.

Affordable Modern 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 modern 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 modern design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a modern 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 modern 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.
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