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Two stage angular TREX TRANSCENDS TIKI TORCH DECK
Two stage angular TREX TRANSCENDS TIKI TORCH DECK
Bella DecksBella Decks
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Detroit with no cover.
Leave It To Bryan Backyard Deck
Leave It To Bryan Backyard Deck
Ecnomus Construction Group Inc.Ecnomus Construction Group Inc.
Jarrett Ford
Inspiration for a large contemporary back terrace in Toronto with a potted garden and a roof extension.
Deck and Fence Paint Jobs
Deck and Fence Paint Jobs
Two Day Painting LLCTwo Day Painting LLC
Garrett Martell
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back terrace in Milwaukee with no cover.
Deck and Fence Paint Jobs
Deck and Fence Paint Jobs
Two Day Painting LLCTwo Day Painting LLC
Garrett Martell
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back terrace in Milwaukee with no cover.
Outdoor Stone Fireplace
Outdoor Stone Fireplace
Daco StoneDaco Stone
Daco Stone Outdoor Fireplace Kit
Design ideas for a small traditional back terrace in Atlanta with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Log Cabin Deck with Pergola
Log Cabin Deck with Pergola
Thompson RemodelingThompson Remodeling
The owners of this lovely log cabin home requested an update to their existing unused and unsafe deck. Their vision was to create a "beer garden" atmosphere where they could sit and enjoy the natural views. An old lumber deck and railings were removed and replaced with Trex composite decking and aluminum railing. A gorgeous cedar pergola brings a rustic yet refined feel to the deck.
Log Cabin Deck with Pergola
Log Cabin Deck with Pergola
Thompson RemodelingThompson Remodeling
The owners of this lovely log cabin home requested an update to their existing unused and unsafe deck. Their vision was to create a "beer garden" atmosphere where they could sit and enjoy the natural views. An old lumber deck and railings were removed and replaced with Trex composite decking and aluminum railing. A gorgeous cedar pergola brings a rustic yet refined feel to the deck.
Contemporary Deck
Contemporary Deck
Design ideas for a contemporary back terrace in New York with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Deck addition Durham, NC
Deck addition Durham, NC
Archadeck of Raleigh-DurhamArchadeck of Raleigh-Durham
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back terrace in Raleigh with no cover.
Modern Aluminum Deck
Modern Aluminum Deck
G. Christianson Construction, Inc.G. Christianson Construction, Inc.
Tri-level aluminum deck with firetable. LED rope lighting was used under the handrails to provide ambient lighting. A cable railing system was installed to allow for a more broad visual sight line from any point on the deck. A matching deck skirt was added to conceal the framing and create a dry storage area for the homeowners. Holly Needham and Carl Christianson
Deer Creek Ranch
Deer Creek Ranch
Rocky Mountain Homes/Rocky Mountain Log HomesRocky Mountain Homes/Rocky Mountain Log Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic back terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Woods 11 Residence
Woods 11 Residence
Douglas Knight ConstructionDouglas Knight Construction
Springgate Architectural Photography
Inspiration for a large world-inspired back terrace in Salt Lake City with a roof extension.
Reader's Garden
Reader's Garden
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
Irene Kalina-Jones
Photo of a small classic back terrace in New York with a pergola.
Silver lake deck
Silver lake deck
Lakevue RenovationsLakevue Renovations
jd
Medium sized classic back terrace in Seattle with no cover.
Deck with roof over and stone veneer
Deck with roof over and stone veneer
Stump's Decks and PorchesStump's Decks and Porches
Deck with stone veneer storage area underneath. Roof over deck for shade. Picture taken while under construction.
Medium sized traditional back terrace in Philadelphia with a roof extension.
Davidsonville Radius deck
Davidsonville Radius deck
Fine Decks Inc.Fine Decks Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back terrace in DC Metro with no cover.
Azalea Ridge
Azalea Ridge
Wright DesignWright Design
Beautiful home on Lake Keowee with English Arts and Crafts inspired details. The exterior combines stone and wavy edge siding with a cedar shake roof. Inside, heavy timber construction is accented by reclaimed heart pine floors and shiplap walls. The three-sided stone tower fireplace faces the great room, covered porch and master bedroom. Photography by Accent Photography, Greenville, SC.
Contemporary Farmhouse in Simpsonville
Contemporary Farmhouse in Simpsonville
Tindall Architecture WorkshopTindall Architecture Workshop
Photo of a large back ground level terrace in Other with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Albion Street, Denver, CO
Albion Street, Denver, CO
LAND BY DESIGNLAND BY DESIGN
2 level Trex deck, outdoor living and dining, zen fire pit, water feature, powder coated patterned steel screens, boulder seating. wood and steel screens, lighting.
Portland DesignRail® with Stainless Steel Pickets
Portland DesignRail® with Stainless Steel Pickets
Feeney Inc.Feeney Inc.
Close-up of DesignRail® aluminum stair railing with LED top rail lighting and Stainless Steel Pickets
Inspiration for a large contemporary back first floor metal railing terrace in Portland with no cover.

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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