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Affordable Small Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Washington DC Row Homes
Washington DC Row Homes
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of D.C. MetroOutdoor Lighting Perspectives of D.C. Metro
The addition of outdoor lighting on the deck transforms this space into a more useable expansion of the home. Perfect for entertaining.
Design ideas for a small traditional terrace in DC Metro.
Wicker Park Retreat
Wicker Park Retreat
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
This outdoor room features a cedar pergola, light weight concrete counter tops, natural gas fed fire pit and outdoor furniture.
Small traditional roof terrace in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Stoneybatter Renovation
Stoneybatter Renovation
IBIS ConstructionIBIS Construction
Small back yard with reclaimed brick wall and composite decking
Photo of a small classic courtyard terrace in Dublin.
Photo Gallery
Photo Gallery
Pro-Site Construction, IncPro-Site Construction, Inc
This is an example of a small rustic back terrace in Boston with no cover.
Decks, Railing, Stairs, By Westbrook Restorations Master Carpenter 206 954 4054
Decks, Railing, Stairs, By Westbrook Restorations Master Carpenter 206 954 4054
Westbrook Carpentry & MillworkWestbrook Carpentry & Millwork
This is an example of a small classic back terrace in Seattle.
House 2022
House 2022
House of OriginHouse of Origin
Outdoor living with repurposed timber privacy screen and chunky BBQ bench. Fiona Susanto
This is an example of a small contemporary courtyard terrace in Sydney with a potted garden and no cover.
Custom Privacy Screen
Custom Privacy Screen
Meg & Kennedy Landscape Design FirmMeg & Kennedy Landscape Design Firm
Inspiration for a small contemporary back terrace in Toronto with no cover.
Garden for a barn conversion
Garden for a barn conversion
Joanne Alderson DesignJoanne Alderson Design
Designed by Jo Alderson Phillips @ Joanne Alderson Design, Built by Tom & the team at TS Landscapes & photographed by James Wilson @ JAW Photography
Photo of a small contemporary back terrace in Oxfordshire with no cover and a bbq area.
Detailed Landscape
Detailed Landscape
Detailed LandscapeDetailed Landscape
Design ideas for a small contemporary back terrace in Denver with no cover.
Reforma Integral de Ático Dúplex
Reforma Integral de Ático Dúplex
Arrevol ArquitectosArrevol Arquitectos
Trabajamos con un matrimonio y les realizamos una reforma integral, se tiró toda la tabiquería y se hizo una distribución completamente nueva. El objetivo de nuestros clientes era dar la vuelta a la casa, las zonas más "públicas" (salón, comedor y cocina) estaban abajo y había que pasarlas arriba, y los dormitorios que estaban arriba había que ponerlos abajo. Con una terraza de 70 m2 y otra de 20 m2 había que crear varios ambientes al exterior teniendo en cuenta el clima de Madrid. El edificio cuenta con un sistema de climatización muy poco eficiente al ser todo eléctrico, por lo que se desconectó la casa de la calefacción central y se instaló suelo radiante-refrescante con aerotermia con energía renovable, pasando de una calificación "E", a una "A".
Gazebo's
Gazebo's
Hickory Dickory DecksHickory Dickory Decks
Drew Cunningham and Tom Jacques
Design ideas for a small victorian back terrace in Toronto.
Contemporary garden with decking
Contemporary garden with decking
SeedOnceSown LtdSeedOnceSown Ltd
Custom made storage shed
Design ideas for a small modern back wood railing terrace in London with fencing.
Modifica di un terrazzo esistente
Modifica di un terrazzo esistente
Giardino su misuraGiardino su misura
Pianificazione della scelta piante adatte a terrazzo posto a sud est ma in ombra a causa di palazzi limitrofi. Dopo la scelta delle piante si è proceduto alla scelta delle fioriere e del loro aspetto, infatti, si voleva fossero in sintonia con i gusti dei clienti e fosse un tutt'uno con il design degli interni dell'appartamento. Il risultato è stato far posare un pavimento in legno e su questo porre fioriere in alluminio e vasi in ceramica invetriata. Tutto risulta semplice e naturale e di facile manutenzione per il cliente.
Proyecto llave en mano en piso de lujo en Madrid - Jardín vertical
Proyecto llave en mano en piso de lujo en Madrid - Jardín vertical
Inspiracion al Cuadrado SLInspiracion al Cuadrado SL
El salón con grandes ventanales y una puerta de acceso a una hermosa terraza exterior abierta, totalmente acondicionada, y con vistas despejadas. La terraza cuenta con un jardín vertical, que le aporta mucha frescura.
Realizzazioni ed Idee
Realizzazioni ed Idee
Violaine Abric HomestylistViolaine Abric Homestylist
Inserite tante piante di fiori per dare il tocco di colore, come i gerani classici o i parigini di tipo ricadenti, surfinie anch’esse di tipo ricadente, pansè, garofani… e piante aromatiche per i profumi, basilico, menta (della quale ne esistono mille varianti, addirittura c’è né una che sa di limone, la “menta bergamotto”), prezzemolo, timo, salvia e tutto ciò che vi può fare da supporto in cucina. E perché no? Qualche pianta di pomodori, zucchine, melanzane… così da avere anche la propria coltivazione bio in balcone. Un consiglio spassionato, abolite le siepi di finta edera!
Appartement moderne et lumineux - Projet Ancelle
Appartement moderne et lumineux - Projet Ancelle
Mon Concept HabitationMon Concept Habitation
Après un long voyage à l'étranger, nos clients ont souhaité réinvestir ce bien qu'ils louaient. On appréciera la bibliothèque sur-mesure et cette cuisine moderne avec sa double verrière.
ЖК Чайка
ЖК Чайка
Kamila KovalevskayaKamila Kovalevskaya
Камила Ковалевская
Photo of a small contemporary side terrace in Moscow with a roof extension.
Celosia
Celosia
Jordi Pujol JardinerJordi Pujol Jardiner
Design ideas for a small traditional side terrace in Barcelona with a living wall and a roof extension.
Secret Garden
Secret Garden
ProGrass Home and Landscape ImprovementsProGrass Home and Landscape Improvements
Who wouldn't want to sit outside in this quaint backyard? Featuring a Trex Company deck, it's a spot to enjoy for years to come.
Inspiration for a small classic back terrace in Portland with a pergola.
Music Studio Shed Office 8x14
Music Studio Shed Office 8x14
Studio Shed - Live Large. Build Small.Studio Shed - Live Large. Build Small.
Studio Sheds aren't just for grown ups. This 8x14 was the catalyst for a new and improved outdoor setting: the ground level deck, swings for the kids and a hot tub install. The kids also use one side of the shed for coloring, crafts and homework.

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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