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Affordable Small Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Northern Beaches Seaside Home
Northern Beaches Seaside Home
The HomeThe Home
Lisa Zhu
This is an example of a small beach style terrace in Sydney.
Eglinton Street
Eglinton Street
Benedict DesignBenedict Design
View of extension from rear deck Huw Lambert Photography
Design ideas for a small contemporary terrace in Sydney.
Dual Occupancy Townhouse Development: Newport
Dual Occupancy Townhouse Development: Newport
First Avenue HomesFirst Avenue Homes
Sam Martin - 4 Walls Media
Inspiration for a small contemporary back terrace in Melbourne with no cover.
Warren Street Deck in Tribeca
Warren Street Deck in Tribeca
Lena Lalvani, Custom Closet DesignerLena Lalvani, Custom Closet Designer
Lena Lalvani
Design ideas for a small bohemian roof terrace in New York with no cover.
The Farmhouse Unit
The Farmhouse Unit
Eldridge Company Design | BuildEldridge Company Design | Build
Small classic roof terrace in Louisville with no cover.
Noe Valley Residence
Noe Valley Residence
Nystrom DesignNystrom Design
Caroline Johnson Photography
Inspiration for a small classic roof terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Chicago Roof Decks & Garden - Project Examples
Chicago Roof Decks & Garden - Project Examples
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Inspiration for a small contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with no cover.
Chicago Roof Decks & Garden - Project Examples
Chicago Roof Decks & Garden - Project Examples
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Photo of a small contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with a fire feature and a pergola.
Intimate City Backyard
Intimate City Backyard
Braitman Design StudioBraitman Design Studio
A narrow deck with full -wrap surround provides an interface between indoors and outdoors. Photo Credit: Felicia Evans
Small traditional back terrace in DC Metro with a pergola.
Redmond Deck
Redmond Deck
Riddle Construction & DesignRiddle Construction & Design
decorative built in BBQ with El Dorado faux stone
Small traditional back terrace in Seattle.
Modern urban roof terrace
Modern urban roof terrace
Nordland LandscapesNordland Landscapes
Modern urban roof terrace and contemporary courtyard renovation.
This is an example of a small contemporary roof private terrace in London with an awning.
Apartamento Alfinach
Apartamento Alfinach
NadaNada
Photo of a small contemporary terrace in Valencia.
Decks
Decks
A&D Home Repair and RemodelingA&D Home Repair and Remodeling
Small traditional back terrace in Austin with no cover.
Miner's Cottage
Miner's Cottage
Enduring Domain ArchitectureEnduring Domain Architecture
The back deck is a private space for relaxing in the sun.
Inspiration for a small contemporary back terrace in Other.
Hammer
Hammer
ID.ology Interiors & DesignID.ology Interiors & Design
Small traditional back terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Decks
Decks
Residential Decks, Porches, PatiosResidential Decks, Porches, Patios
Composite deck located in Waynesboro PA includes a PVC railing and stairs to pool area
This is an example of a small traditional back terrace in DC Metro.
Craig's Tigerwood Deck
Craig's Tigerwood Deck
POCO Building SuppliesPOCO Building Supplies
A simple email inquiry turned into a great experience. I had contacted several companies in search of Tigerwood decking and POCO Building Supplies was the only one able to meet my needs. My list of questions was answered quickly, but it was the details in the thoughtful, knowledgeable answers that impressed me most. I was given very good, very real advice on how I could stay within my budget without compromising the look or feel of my project. The price was where it needed to be to make me feel good about my purchase, and delivery was on time, as promised. Our deck project turned out amazing, it looks high-end and my family and I cannot wait for warm weather to enjoy it! What else can I say? I wish we had a POCO Building Supplies in Langley.
Walnut Ct. Project
Walnut Ct. Project
Tallgrass Landscape & ConstructionTallgrass Landscape & Construction
Stephen Kurtenbach
Inspiration for a small back terrace in Denver with a pergola.
Warren Street Deck in Tribeca
Warren Street Deck in Tribeca
Lena Lalvani, Custom Closet DesignerLena Lalvani, Custom Closet Designer
Lena Lalvani
Photo of a small bohemian roof terrace in New York with no cover.
Gardener's delight
Gardener's delight
Terralinda DesignTerralinda Design
©Jude Parkinson-Morgan
Small classic back terrace in San Francisco with no cover.

Affordable Small 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.
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