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Back Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Tree Top Escape
Tree Top Escape
CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTSCHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS
Inspiration for a modern back terrace in Minneapolis.
Tree Top Escape
Tree Top Escape
CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTSCHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS
Design ideas for a modern back terrace in Minneapolis.
Seacrest
Seacrest
sk7 design studios, inc.sk7 design studios, inc.
Photo of a medium sized rural back terrace in San Diego with a roof extension.
Seaton Village I
Seaton Village I
Picnic Design Inc.Picnic Design Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back terrace in Toronto with no cover.
Open Back Porches
Open Back Porches
Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.
Traditional pressure treated deck with steps down to pool provides space for dining, too. A covered, open porch adds to the outdoor living space — and opportunities to relax or entertain.
Outdoor grill zone
Outdoor grill zone
Oak and Turf Outdoor LivingOak and Turf Outdoor Living
This space was created to allow the home owners and their kids to enjoy the outdoors more. We created 3 unique spaces on separate elevations which features an Outdoor grill area, dining area, hot tub area with built in benches, and a paving slab patio. A permanent gas line and electrical outlets were also installed.
Modern Deck on a Tudor Home
Modern Deck on a Tudor Home
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Photo by Meghan Montgomery.
This is an example of a medium sized modern back terrace in Seattle with no cover.
Family Headquarters Kitchen & Family Room
Family Headquarters Kitchen & Family Room
Interiors by PopovInteriors by Popov
Medium sized classic back terrace in Seattle with a roof extension.
Large Brown Treated Wood Deck with Black Metal Spindle Railings & Privacy Walls
Large Brown Treated Wood Deck with Black Metal Spindle Railings & Privacy Walls
Groupe UboraGroupe Ubora
Large Brown Treated Wood Deck with Black Metal Spindle Railings & Privacy Walls
Inspiration for an expansive back terrace in Montreal.
Willowbrook House
Willowbrook House
Buffalo Mountain MetalsBuffalo Mountain Metals
Amy Marie Imagery Metal deck railing
Photo of a medium sized modern back terrace in Denver with a potted garden and no cover.
Cushman
Cushman
MasterDecks, LLCMasterDecks, LLC
Composite second story deck with aluminum railing and composite top cap. The decking is from Timbertech and the railing is from American Structures and Designs. The deck in on a base of laid pavers and is topped off with an under deck ceiling by Undercover Systems.
Multi-level deck embraces forest views
Multi-level deck embraces forest views
Brown Dion DesignBrown Dion Design
re-designed multi-level deck provides ample space for dining, lounging, barbecuing, and entertaining while connecting the living space to the forest beyond. Sheri Brown Dion
Wahroonga Extensions
Wahroonga Extensions
Lifestyle Home DesignsLifestyle Home Designs
Photo of a modern back terrace in Sunshine Coast with a pergola.
Timbertech Wrap Around Deck
Timbertech Wrap Around Deck
Deck & Drive SolutionsDeck & Drive Solutions
Built new wrap around deck on rear of house. We used Timbertech's PVC Capped Composite decking with 2 colors for picture framing. Westbury's Full Aluminum Railing (Rivera Style) with a top cap was installed.
Cable Railings
Cable Railings
Nordic Builders IncNordic Builders Inc
Azek island oak decking, flat black powder coated aluminum railings, stainless steel cables
Photo of a medium sized modern back terrace in Minneapolis with no cover.
Fire Magic Grills
Fire Magic Grills
Fire Magic Grills - Robert H Peterson CompanyFire Magic Grills - Robert H Peterson Company
Design ideas for a large classic back terrace in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Decks and Stairs
Decks and Stairs
Ground FX Exterior DesignsGround FX Exterior Designs
This is an example of a small classic back terrace in Philadelphia with a roof extension.
Farmhouse Deck
Farmhouse Deck
Photo of a medium sized farmhouse back terrace in San Francisco with a fire feature and no cover.
Bullfrog Spa Design Gallery
Bullfrog Spa Design Gallery
Lake Guntersville Pool & PatioLake Guntersville Pool & Patio
Small contemporary back terrace in Other with no cover.
Outdoor Living Space with Grill Island Attached
Outdoor Living Space with Grill Island Attached
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Outdoor Living Space with Grill Island Attached
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back metal railing terrace in Denver with a fire feature and a roof extension.

Back 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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