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Affordable Small Terrace Ideas and Designs

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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
Christine House
Christine House
Justin Humphrey ArchitectJustin Humphrey Architect
Andy MacPherson Studio
Photo of a small nautical back terrace in Gold Coast - Tweed with a roof extension.
More Patio Covers
More Patio Covers
Decks & Patio CoversDecks & Patio Covers
This cover was for a client who had to stay out of the sun. The couple tuned this space into a oasis in their backyard to enjoy reading and listening to music. Photo by Doug Woodside, Decks and Patio Covers
Private Ipe Roofdeck and Garden Midtown East Manhattan, NY
Private Ipe Roofdeck and Garden Midtown East Manhattan, NY
ElementLumber.comElementLumber.com
Private balcony Hudson Yards utilizing ipe planters, ipe benches, ipe decking, and ipe pergola.
Small contemporary roof terrace in New York with a potted garden and a pergola.
Mount Hawthorn Hardwood Decking
Mount Hawthorn Hardwood Decking
Castlegate Home ImprovementsCastlegate Home Improvements
This is a new Merbau hardwood deck freshly oiled with Intergrain UltraDeck water based decking oil. Project included removing a concrete slab.
Photo of a small classic courtyard ground level terrace in Perth.
Azek Premiere deck
Azek Premiere deck
Machado Custom Projects inc.Machado Custom Projects inc.
This is an example of a small back private terrace in Boston with no cover.
Detailed Landscape
Detailed Landscape
Detailed LandscapeDetailed Landscape
This is an example of a small contemporary back terrace in Denver with a pergola.
Mahogany Deck - Haddonfield
Mahogany Deck - Haddonfield
J.E.. Musser Building - RenovationsJ.E.. Musser Building - Renovations
James Musser
Photo of a small traditional back terrace in Philadelphia with no cover.
Deck Repair & Deck Column Repair
Deck Repair & Deck Column Repair
ProMaster Home Repair & Handyman of CincinnatiProMaster Home Repair & Handyman of Cincinnati
ProMaster craftsmen replaced damaged wooden posts for covered deck and installed new pressure treated posts for durability.
Design ideas for a small contemporary side ground level wood railing terrace in Cincinnati with a roof extension.
Deck and Fence Installation Savannah, GA
Deck and Fence Installation Savannah, GA
Southern Home SolutionsSouthern Home Solutions
Deck and fence installation project in Savannah, GA. From design to installation, Southern Home Solutions provides quality work and service. Contact us for a free estimate! https://southernhomesolutions.net/contact-us/
Barrington Screen Porch
Barrington Screen Porch
Modern Yankee BuildersModern Yankee Builders
we re-decked an existing pressure treated deck with Ipe, built a set of stairs to get from the deck to the back yard and added a screened porch over a portion of the existing deck.
Cozy California Bohemian at the Beach
Cozy California Bohemian at the Beach
InterMix InteriorsInterMix Interiors
Design ideas for a small beach style terrace in San Diego.
Gazebo's
Gazebo's
Hickory Dickory DecksHickory Dickory Decks
Drew Cunningham and Tom Jacques
Inspiration for a small victorian back terrace in Toronto.
Piccolo balcone
Piccolo balcone
Sabina PischiuttaSabina Pischiutta
Photo of a small modern terrace in Rome.
Wilhoite Homestead Renovation
Wilhoite Homestead Renovation
Elizabeth Eason Architecture LLCElizabeth Eason Architecture LLC
Bruce Cole Photography
Design ideas for a small traditional back terrace in Other with a water feature and no cover.
McDonald Street Trex deck
McDonald Street Trex deck
Castlegate Home ImprovementsCastlegate Home Improvements
A decked path looks amazing when bordered with a garden bed. Not only is it practical, but it long lasting and very low maintenance
Inspiration for a small modern side first floor terrace in Perth.
ROOFTOP GARDEN
ROOFTOP GARDEN
O.A.I. Concept Interiors / ExteriorsO.A.I. Concept Interiors / Exteriors
Design ideas for a small contemporary roof rooftop metal railing terrace in Montreal with a potted garden and a pergola.
Compact Deck Stair
Compact Deck Stair
Paragon StairsParagon Stairs
This homeowner wanted a cost effective and space saving way to reach their patio from their raised deck!
Small rustic back terrace in Philadelphia.
Lindal Mod.Fab from Taliesin West
Lindal Mod.Fab from Taliesin West
Lindal Cedar HomesLindal Cedar Homes
Bill Timmerman
Design ideas for a small modern side terrace in Seattle with a roof extension.
Aménagement d'un patio
Aménagement d'un patio
Terrasse et Jardin de ParisTerrasse et Jardin de Paris
Aux portes de la frénésie parisienne, nous voici dans un appartement à La Garenne-Colombes. Dans un ballet harmonieux entre la créativité et la nature, notre équipe a entrepris un projet exquis. Dans ce sublime appartement situé au dernier étage, au centre de tout, un patio. Nous avons façonné des miroirs enchantés, où les plantes se reflètent avec grâce, apportant une illusion d’infini à chaque coin. Inspirés, nos concepteurs et compagnons ont souhaité exploiter l’art subtil de l’agrandissement, transformant chaque regard en une promenade poétique à travers les jardins intérieurs. Un patio conçu avec une élégance rare, a émergé au niveau de la baie vitrée. C’était comme si l’extérieur avait tendu la main à l’intérieur, fusionnant les mondes en un équilibre parfait. Un subtil ballet d’arrosage et d’éclairage, méticuleusement orchestré sous la terrasse, conférait une atmosphère féerique aux plantes, les illuminant telle des étoiles dans le ciel nocturne. Pour remplacer l’ancien espace vide, un mur végétal se dresse, apportant une touche de verdure. Chaque feuille contribue à une harmonie visuelle, créant une symphonie qui métamorphose la pièce principale en une oasis de quiétude et de sérénité. Le mobilier hollandais de chez Houe, d’une légèreté aérienne, a trouvé sa place avec grâce, offrant des sièges aussi confortables qu’artistiques. Le pot de l’atelier Vierkant fait à la main en Belgique, empreints d’une aura intemporelle, ont été sélectionnés avec soin, ajoutant une touche de rappel aux couleurs délicates de l’intérieur de l’appartement.

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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