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Country Back Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Gulliver's Hall
Gulliver's Hall
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Medium sized rural back terrace in Gloucestershire.
Party Barn
Party Barn
BPC Architecture + Interior DesignBPC Architecture + Interior Design
Inspiration for a farmhouse back ground level terrace in Boston with a pergola.
Sonoma Landscape
Sonoma Landscape
Jake Moss DesignsJake Moss Designs
Sunken fire pit in the foreground surrounded by a boardwalk and grasslands. In the background, is a 'stargazing tower' that we made from an old steel tank.
Cranford Kitchen, Deck & Family Room Renovation
Cranford Kitchen, Deck & Family Room Renovation
TimberRidge ConstructionTimberRidge Construction
This is an example of a medium sized rural back terrace in New York with no cover.
Huge Farmhouse Deck
Huge Farmhouse Deck
Mainstreet RemodelingMainstreet Remodeling
A giant 1000 sq.ft. deck built on a renovated farmhouse. Composite decking gives the appearance of old hardwood without the maintenance that wood requires.
A place to enjoy the garden
A place to enjoy the garden
UserUser
A wonderful garden terrace overlooking the gardens and South Devon countryside. Photo styling Jan Cadle, Colin Cadle Photography
Inspiration for a large rural back terrace in Devon with an awning.
Utah Valley Parade of Homes Exterior
Utah Valley Parade of Homes Exterior
Titan HomesTitan Homes
Large trex deck off of the kitchen and dining room has a large covered BBQ area and raised counter top seating. Built in cabinets with two mini fridges. Large dining area and sitting areas.
Connecticut Golf Couse Estate Home
Connecticut Golf Couse Estate Home
Uccello Development, LLCUccello Development, LLC
Photo of a large country back terrace in New York with no cover.
Cardiff Modern Farmhouse
Cardiff Modern Farmhouse
ProPacific Builders, Inc.ProPacific Builders, Inc.
Photo of a large country back private and ground level wire cable railing terrace in San Diego with no cover.
Beautiful Horse Farm in Central Oregon
Beautiful Horse Farm in Central Oregon
The Hidden TouchThe Hidden Touch
Outdoor entertainment area with pergola and string lights
Inspiration for a large rural back terrace in Other with a pergola and feature lighting.
Cottages at Triangle Ranch
Cottages at Triangle Ranch
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
Cabana Cottage- Florida Cracker inspired kitchenette and bath house, separated by a dog-trot
This is an example of a small country back terrace in Tampa with an outdoor shower and no cover.
2018 Cavalcade Home Tour "Farmstead"
2018 Cavalcade Home Tour "Farmstead"
CL Design-Build, Inc.CL Design-Build, Inc.
Covered deck for CL Design-Build Cavalcade Home "Farmstead".
Design ideas for a country back terrace in Chicago with a roof extension.
Madrona
Madrona
Mend ServicesMend Services
Photo of a medium sized rural back ground level terrace in Austin with a roof extension.
Southern Living Idea House 2006
Southern Living Idea House 2006
INsite Architecture Inc.INsite Architecture Inc.
Southern Living and INsite Architecture
Design ideas for a country back terrace in Austin with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Contemporary Farmhouse
Contemporary Farmhouse
Alair Homes ChilliwackAlair Homes Chilliwack
This contemporary farmhouse is located on a scenic acreage in Greendale, BC. It features an open floor plan with room for hosting a large crowd, a large kitchen with double wall ovens, tons of counter space, a custom range hood and was designed to maximize natural light. Shed dormers with windows up high flood the living areas with daylight. The stairwells feature more windows to give them an open, airy feel, and custom black iron railings designed and crafted by a talented local blacksmith. The home is very energy efficient, featuring R32 ICF construction throughout, R60 spray foam in the roof, window coatings that minimize solar heat gain, an HRV system to ensure good air quality, and LED lighting throughout. A large covered patio with a wood burning fireplace provides warmth and shelter in the shoulder seasons. Carsten Arnold Photography
Covered Deck Conversion
Covered Deck Conversion
Terravest Custom Homes LLCTerravest Custom Homes LLC
This is an example of a large farmhouse back terrace in Kansas City with a roof extension.
Washington Historical Farmhouse
Washington Historical Farmhouse
Kimberley BryanKimberley Bryan
Photo: Kimberley Bryan © 2016 Houzz
Design ideas for a large farmhouse back terrace in Seattle.
Front Fence and Poolside Nerang
Front Fence and Poolside Nerang
DSD Decorative Screens DirectDSD Decorative Screens Direct
Col Gibbs
Photo of a medium sized rural back terrace in Gold Coast - Tweed with a pergola.
Custom Home: Private Rd. I New Braunfels, Texas
Custom Home: Private Rd. I New Braunfels, Texas
MSA ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORSMSA ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS
Photo of a rural back terrace in Austin with a roof extension.
Einfamilienhaus
Einfamilienhaus
heider pannen-vulpi architektenheider pannen-vulpi architekten
Fotografie René Kersting
Inspiration for a small rural back terrace in Dusseldorf with a living wall and a roof extension.

Country 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 country 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 country design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a country 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 country 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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