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Back Terrace with a Bar Area Ideas and Designs

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Lakehouse Retreat
Lakehouse Retreat
Beth Dotolo, ASID, RID, NCIDQBeth Dotolo, ASID, RID, NCIDQ
Stephen Karlisch // This lakeside home was completely refurbished inside and out to accommodate 16 guests in a stylish, hotel-like setting. Owned by a long-time client of Pulp, this home reflects the owner's personal style -- well-traveled and eclectic -- while also serving as a landing pad for her large family. With spa-like guest bathrooms equipped with robes and lotions, guest bedrooms with multiple beds and high-quality comforters, and a party deck with a bar/entertaining area, this is the ultimate getaway.
Hayfield Covered Patio & Pool
Hayfield Covered Patio & Pool
Gasper Landscape Design and ConstructionGasper Landscape Design and Construction
Rob Cardillo
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Philadelphia with a roof extension and a bar area.
Mornington Addition
Mornington Addition
Sketch Building DesignSketch Building Design
Dana Beligan
Inspiration for a large nautical back terrace in Melbourne with a bar area.
El Camino Condo
El Camino Condo
Dennis Mayer - PhotographerDennis Mayer - Photographer
Dennis Mayer Photography
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in San Francisco with a pergola and a bar area.
Sockol Residence
Sockol Residence
Urbanleaf LandscapesUrbanleaf Landscapes
This is an example of a large contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with a pergola and a bar area.
McGavock Manor Styled
McGavock Manor Styled
Hey WandererHey Wanderer
Photo of a bohemian back terrace in Nashville with a pergola and a bar area.
VIVIENDA ALCASSER
VIVIENDA ALCASSER
DOBLEESE Space&BrandingDOBLEESE Space&Branding
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Valencia with a bar area.
Blairgowrie Coastal Home & Landscape
Blairgowrie Coastal Home & Landscape
AcreAcre
Stunning contemporary coastal home which saw native emotive plants soften the homes masculine form and help connect it to it's laid back beachside setting. We designed everything externally including the outdoor kitchen, pool & spa. Architecture by Planned Living Architects Construction by Powda Constructions Photography by Derek Swalwell
Award-winning aMbooo Entertainment Deck (detail, Live Edge Bar Top)
Award-winning aMbooo Entertainment Deck (detail, Live Edge Bar Top)
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
A live edge cypress slab is incorporated into the design as a bar top.
Design ideas for a large classic back wire cable railing terrace in Other with a roof extension and a bar area.
Pickford Residence
Pickford Residence
AAHA StudioAAHA Studio
Backyard Deck Design
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back ground level terrace in Los Angeles with a pergola and a bar area.
61st Street
61st Street
Amato ArchitectureAmato Architecture
Photo of a coastal back terrace in San Francisco with an awning and a bar area.
Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Michael Norpell's Wall To WallMichael Norpell's Wall To Wall
Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan
This is an example of a small contemporary back terrace in Other with no cover and a bar area.
Madison Park Traditional
Madison Park Traditional
Paul Moon DesignPaul Moon Design
Image Credit: Subtle Light Photography
Photo of a medium sized classic back terrace in Seattle with a roof extension and a bar area.
Countryside Deck
Countryside Deck
Stone Ridge DeckingStone Ridge Decking
Rustic back terrace in Sacramento with no cover, a bar area and feature lighting.
STYLING (for Three Birds Renovation + Tuabmans)
STYLING (for Three Birds Renovation + Tuabmans)
Studio 1 InteriorsStudio 1 Interiors
Tim Robinson
This is an example of a medium sized modern back terrace in Sydney with no cover and a bar area.
Turtle Ridge Remodel
Turtle Ridge Remodel
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
Studio H Landscape Architecture, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Orange County with no cover and a bar area.
Mountview
Mountview
Benedict DesignBenedict Design
Photographer: Mitchell Fong
This is an example of a large retro back terrace in Wollongong with an awning and a bar area.
Serota Home (For South Bay Magazine HOME Edition
Serota Home (For South Bay Magazine HOME Edition
JDS OUTDOOR DESIGNSJDS OUTDOOR DESIGNS
Dominik Wroblewski
Photo of a contemporary back terrace in Los Angeles with a bar area.
Avoca Beach
Avoca Beach
Designed by Karen AkersDesigned by Karen Akers
Thomas Dalhoff
Inspiration for a beach style back terrace in Sydney with a roof extension and a bar area.
Beaumaris Project
Beaumaris Project
Apex Landscapes & PoolsApex Landscapes & Pools
Tim Turner
Inspiration for a large contemporary back terrace in Melbourne with no cover and a bar area.

Back Terrace with a Bar Area 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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