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Budget Midcentury Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Simple Sophistication
Simple Sophistication
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
This is an example of a medium sized retro side ground level wire cable railing terrace in Minneapolis with a roof extension.
Brokenhead Studio
Brokenhead Studio
Harley Graham ArchitectsHarley Graham Architects
David Taylor
Photo of a small retro back terrace in Gold Coast - Tweed with a roof extension.
Kaloko Hale
Kaloko Hale
mahalo halemahalo hale
Brady Simmons is the photographer, valerie Delahaye-Ippolito the stager for Mahalo-Hale. This newly remodeled home needed a free modern/contemporary look, that was both tropical but foster a simple easy living atmosphere.
Maude Street
Maude Street
Murray Legge ArchitectureMurray Legge Architecture
Design ideas for a small retro side terrace in Austin with a roof extension.
Smith Residence
Smith Residence
PINNELLA KAHNG architecture studio LLCPINNELLA KAHNG architecture studio LLC
Custom fire bench at raised deck.
Small midcentury back terrace in Phoenix with a fire feature and no cover.
Deck Sitting Area
Deck Sitting Area
Colin Healy Design LLCColin Healy Design LLC
The sliding door gives access to a deck sheltered by a cantilevered roof overhang. Colin Healy
This is an example of a small retro back terrace in New York with a potted garden and a roof extension.
VIVIENDA
VIVIENDA
DoseLDoseL
Inspiration for a small retro roof terrace in Bilbao.
La TERRAZA - Antes
La TERRAZA - Antes
Inspiracion al Cuadrado SLInspiracion al Cuadrado SL
ANTES: Como avanzamos, la terraza estaba descuidada y desconectada del resto de la casa. La terraza de este piso en Madrid era un espacio anodino.
Photo of a small retro side first floor metal railing terrace in Madrid with feature lighting and a roof extension.
DESTINO ALQUILAR
DESTINO ALQUILAR
Pretty Home Studio®Pretty Home Studio®
Transformando la terraza, con muebles que teníamos, forramos las sillas.
Photo of a medium sized midcentury roof private terrace in Madrid with an awning.
Terraza
Terraza
HAPPYNESTHAPPYNEST
Inspiration for a large retro roof terrace in Madrid with no cover.
East Dulwich Grove, SE22
East Dulwich Grove, SE22
Build TeamBuild Team
Photo of a small midcentury courtyard private terrace in London with no cover.
DESTINO ALQUILAR
DESTINO ALQUILAR
Pretty Home Studio®Pretty Home Studio®
Transformando la terraza, con muebles que teníamos, forramos las sillas.
Medium sized retro roof private terrace in Madrid with an awning.
Simple Sophistication
Simple Sophistication
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Photo of a medium sized retro side ground level wire cable railing terrace in Minneapolis with a roof extension.
Terraza con hierba falsa
Terraza con hierba falsa
HAPPYNESTHAPPYNEST
Design ideas for a large midcentury roof terrace in Madrid with no cover.
Kaloko Hale
Kaloko Hale
mahalo halemahalo hale
Brady Simmons is the photographer, valerie Delahaye-Ippolito the stager for Mahalo-Hale. This newly remodeled home needed a free modern/contemporary look, that was both tropical but foster a simple easy living atmosphere.
Holt Residence Retro Renovation
Holt Residence Retro Renovation
Laura Kellaway Architect & Heritage ConsultantLaura Kellaway Architect & Heritage Consultant
Outdoor space for sitting and lounging.
Inspiration for a small retro side terrace in Hamilton.
Simple Sophistication
Simple Sophistication
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
This is an example of a medium sized retro side ground level wire cable railing terrace in Minneapolis with a pergola and a living wall.
Simple Sophistication
Simple Sophistication
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Design ideas for a medium sized retro side ground level wire cable railing terrace in Minneapolis with a roof extension and a living wall.
Simple Sophistication
Simple Sophistication
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
This is an example of a medium sized retro side ground level wire cable railing terrace in Minneapolis with a roof extension.
Simple Sophistication
Simple Sophistication
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Photo of a medium sized midcentury side ground level wire cable railing terrace in Minneapolis with a living wall and a pergola.

Budget Midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a midcentury 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 midcentury 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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