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Riverview Pines Mountain Modern
Riverview Pines Mountain Modern
Stonebuilt HomesStonebuilt Homes
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back terrace in Edmonton with a fireplace.
Screened Porch and Deck in Potomac, MD
Screened Porch and Deck in Potomac, MD
Design Builders, Inc.Design Builders, Inc.
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in DC Metro with no cover.
Privacy Screen
Privacy Screen
Longboard Architectural ProductsLongboard Architectural Products
This is an example of a modern back terrace in Vancouver.
Sellwood Deck
Sellwood Deck
McCall Design LLCMcCall Design LLC
New deck built out of Oregon Juniper and stained oak bench seats.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Portland with a potted garden.
Cedar In Spring NJ NADRA 2011 1st Place winner
Cedar In Spring NJ NADRA 2011 1st Place winner
Deck Remodelers.comDeck Remodelers.com
This multilevel deck with dining, lounge and hot tub areas has a lot of privacy from the neighbors and still a full view of the western sky. Designed and built by Deck Remodelers.com 973.729.2125
The HomeComing House
The HomeComing House
Atelier BondAtelier Bond
Russell Millard Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Adelaide with a roof extension.
ウッドデッキ
ウッドデッキ
株式会社HealTheGarden株式会社HealTheGarden
ライティングで彩るデッキガーデン Photo by:shigenori naito
Photo of a medium sized modern back terrace in Yokohama with no cover and feature lighting.
Dream Deck
Dream Deck
Urban BonfireUrban Bonfire
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Montreal with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Perfectly Transitional
Perfectly Transitional
LDK Custom HomesLDK Custom Homes
What a view! This custom deck is the perfect space for entertaining, anytime of day! Step out onto the cover-less deck for some sun, and return into the screen porch for a cozy evening with a fireplace and no bugs!
Arvada Deck And Porch Cover
Arvada Deck And Porch Cover
K&A ConstructionK&A Construction
The needs for this project included an expansive outdoor space that provides an unobstructed view of the open space behind the home while also being able to enjoy the sunny Colorado weather. Through an in depth design process the decision to use Tigerwood, a hardwood decking, was established. Tigerwood provides a long lasting decking option that looks beautiful and absorbs wear and tear much better than its softwood and composite counterparts. For the roof it was decided that a timber frame design with cedar tongue and groove would be the best duo for form, function, and aesthetics. This allowed for multiple lights, outlets, and a ceiling fan to be integrated into the design.
Finished Projects
Finished Projects
Crystal Pacific Bevelling LtdCrystal Pacific Bevelling Ltd
Outdoor Deck Glass Railing- residential glass products & installation
Photo of a large classic back terrace in Other with no cover.
At Home Retreat
At Home Retreat
Canberra DecksCanberra Decks
This is an example of a large contemporary back terrace in Canberra - Queanbeyan with a pergola.
New Deck- Mermaid Waters
New Deck- Mermaid Waters
Smith & Sons Gold Coast CentralSmith & Sons Gold Coast Central
Amazing transformation at this home in Mermaid Waters that overlooks the beautiful Lake Hugh Muntz. These clients had their rundown patio replaced with a huge 100m2 deck. The results look fantastic and our clients are over the moon.
Ipe- Ono Island, AL
Ipe- Ono Island, AL
Overseas Hardwoods CoOverseas Hardwoods Co
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back terrace in Miami with a dock and a pergola.
Beverly, MA screen house ceiling view
Beverly, MA screen house ceiling view
Premier Builders, Inc.Premier Builders, Inc.
An unusual screen house built on existing deck with built-in grill surrounded by red cabinets. photo credit: Al Mallette
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Boston with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
3600 Sqft 4 Bed/ 3 Bath - West Chelsea, NYC
3600 Sqft 4 Bed/ 3 Bath - West Chelsea, NYC
A. Bollman & Sons.A. Bollman & Sons.
Design ideas for a large traditional back terrace in New York with no cover.
Decks
Decks
Bald Eagle Builders Inc.Bald Eagle Builders Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back terrace in Minneapolis with a roof extension.
Hollywood Hills Tigerwood Deck, Steps & Railing
Hollywood Hills Tigerwood Deck, Steps & Railing
MG Construction & DecksMG Construction & Decks
Tigerwood Railing and Steps
Medium sized traditional back terrace in Los Angeles.
Deck Design
Deck Design
Archadeck of NashvilleArchadeck of Nashville
This flowing wooden deck addition in Franklin features wraparound stairs with integrated LED stair tread lighting.
This is an example of an expansive traditional back terrace in Nashville.
Pearce
Pearce
MasterDecks, LLCMasterDecks, LLC
Huge cedar deck with cedar railing. Multi-level deck with a firepit at the bottom. Codee Allen
Large classic back terrace in Seattle 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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