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Affordable Small Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Composite Decking Floating Dock
Composite Decking Floating Dock
Gulfside DocksGulfside Docks
Floating dock with aluminum frame and Trex composite decking.
Design ideas for a small world-inspired back terrace in Tampa with a dock and no cover.
Traditional Trellis - Making Smaller Spaces Work
Traditional Trellis - Making Smaller Spaces Work
The Garden Trellis CompanyThe Garden Trellis Company
The Garden Trellis Co.
Small classic roof terrace in London with a potted garden and no cover.
2559 N. Catalina Exterior Improvements
2559 N. Catalina Exterior Improvements
Sitework, Inc.Sitework, Inc.
On this part of the project, the back of the house was originally shingled and the front modernized. Through the renovation of this Tudor house, Sitework, Inc. created period details to realize the Tudor look and establish the house as a major period abode. Jordan Pysz
Stassney #1
Stassney #1
Forté Home & GardenForté Home & Garden
This backyard project started as a simple slope and, overall, an unusable space. This project was brought to life by FHG with the challenge of creating a usable, relaxing, zen space for our client who was blown away by the end result.
Composite Bench
Composite Bench
Pacific Northwest DecksPacific Northwest Decks
Composite Bench
Design ideas for a small modern back terrace in Other.
Modern Deck Rail
Modern Deck Rail
Brookfield StairsBrookfield Stairs
Photographed By: David Deviou (DMD)
Small modern side terrace in Seattle with no cover.
Seeing Double - Dual Occupancy
Seeing Double - Dual Occupancy
Studio56 Building DesignStudio56 Building Design
small outdoor seating area, that leads to yard
Design ideas for a small modern side terrace in Canberra - Queanbeyan with a fire feature and no cover.
Horizontal deck railing
Horizontal deck railing
Zebra DeckZebra Deck
Pressure treated horizontal deck railing.
Inspiration for a small modern back terrace in Toronto with a pergola.
The Not So Typical Garage
The Not So Typical Garage
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Chicago RoofDeck + Garden
Small classic roof terrace in Chicago with a fire feature and a pergola.
New Hampshire Lakehouse
New Hampshire Lakehouse
Tuscher Design GroupTuscher Design Group
Finish detail of lakeside deck
Inspiration for a small contemporary first floor wire cable railing terrace in Portland Maine.
Sweat Mountain Rooftop Deck
Sweat Mountain Rooftop Deck
TimberTownTimberTown
Rooftop Deck with Fortress Aluminum Railing and Cable Railing. Built by Home Specialists
This is an example of a small contemporary roof terrace in Atlanta with no cover.
Le aromatiche sono state piantate all'interno di vasche in acciaio verniciato fa
Le aromatiche sono state piantate all'interno di vasche in acciaio verniciato fa
Rossana ParizziRossana Parizzi
This is an example of a small mediterranean terrace in Milan with a potted garden.
Une terrasse ouverte sur l'Est parisien
Une terrasse ouverte sur l'Est parisien
Kevin Clare - PaysagisteKevin Clare - Paysagiste
La terrasse une fois l'installation achevée
Small romantic terrace in Paris with a potted garden and no cover.
Additional Projects
Additional Projects
Affordable Views By RJB Construction INC.Affordable Views By RJB Construction INC.
Inspiration for a small classic back terrace in Denver with no cover.
Toit-terrasse vu du fond
Toit-terrasse vu du fond
Terrasses des Oliviers - Paysagiste ParisTerrasses des Oliviers - Paysagiste Paris
Small modern roof rooftop wood railing terrace in Paris with a potted garden and no cover.
Deck 1
Deck 1
Deck Armor LLCDeck Armor LLC
Inspiration for a small traditional back terrace in DC Metro with no cover.
North East corner of the house
North East corner of the house
Enduring Domain ArchitectureEnduring Domain Architecture
The back deck is a private space for relaxing in the sun. The whole North side of the house is fitted with double glazing and eaves to let in wanted sun in winter and keep out the hot summer days. The vegetable boxes are thriving in the space between the new house addition and the back artist studio
Outdoor Cabinetry and BBQ
Outdoor Cabinetry and BBQ
Canfield Interiors Inc.Canfield Interiors Inc.
I designed an outdoor grilling and cooking station to be used on the top deck of this contemporary boathouse. I used DCS outdoor appliances, outdoor cabinetry custom manufactured by Thomas James Cabinetry and Lapitec Countertops and backsplash.
Contemporary Deck
Contemporary Deck
Small contemporary side ground level terrace in Melbourne with a roof extension and feature lighting.
Full Backyard Patio and Garden Renovation
Full Backyard Patio and Garden Renovation
Billdr RenovationBilldr Renovation
The aim of this project was to bring intimacy and versatility to a duplex backyard with the addition of a new patio, garden, shed, and fence, sourced from treated wood. This project involved removing the existing soil, landscaping, installing fences, building a patio and a shed. The client also took the opportunity to install a charging station for their electric vehicle. Deck - small craftsman backyard ground level privacy deck idea in Toronto - Houzz

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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