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Eclectic Back Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Custom Privacy Deck in Columbia, SC.
Custom Privacy Deck in Columbia, SC.
Archadeck of Central South CarolinaArchadeck of Central South Carolina
Custom privacy screen in Columbia, SC, built by Archadeck of Central, SC.
This is an example of a bohemian back terrace in Other.
Powell, OH, Low-Maintenance Deck
Powell, OH, Low-Maintenance Deck
Archadeck - ColumbusArchadeck - Columbus
This curved deck we built in Powell, OH, illustrates an important point for homeowners who are considering deck replacement. Don’t replace your deck without having your new deck designed by a company that specializes in custom deck design —a company like Archadeck of Columbus. Proceeding without a custom design that truly excites you would be wasting an opportunity to finally have the deck of your dreams.
Weessies
Weessies
Land Mechanics, Inc.Land Mechanics, Inc.
Photo by Bronwyn Miller
Photo of a medium sized bohemian back terrace in Orange County with a water feature.
Various decks
Various decks
M&M BuildersM&M Builders
Backyard trex deck built around a oak tree
Photo of a large bohemian back terrace in San Francisco.
Eclectic Traveler’s Resort
Eclectic Traveler’s Resort
Everything HomeEverything Home
Every detail of this European villa-style home exudes a uniquely finished feel. Our design goals were to invoke a sense of travel while simultaneously cultivating a homely and inviting ambience. This project reflects our commitment to crafting spaces seamlessly blending luxury with functionality. --- Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/
garden in winter
garden in winter
Pati RobinsPati Robins
photo @patirobins
Design ideas for a small eclectic back terrace in Cardiff.
West Hartford, CT, Fiberon Deck
West Hartford, CT, Fiberon Deck
Archadeck of Central ConnecticutArchadeck of Central Connecticut
To ensure that the stairs ended (or began!) at just the right point at the edge of the patio, Archadeck of Central CT began building the stairs at the bottom and worked our way up. This is a reversal of the usual process, and it worked out just right. The new stairs meet the patio at a place called the "soldier course," which is the contrasting rim of brick around the patio edge. We installed Fortress LED lighting on the stair risers for safety after dark. Photos courtesy Archadeck of Central CT.
CHEZ CATHERINE
CHEZ CATHERINE
Jours & NuitsJours & Nuits
Jours & Nuits © 2017 Houzz
Photo of a bohemian back terrace in Paris.
Covered Boat Life & Activity Deck
Covered Boat Life & Activity Deck
UserUser
Covered boat lift & activity deck with finished walkway & rope railings.
This is an example of a small bohemian back terrace in Orlando with a dock.
Shelter Island Hardscape
Shelter Island Hardscape
Hampton Fine ExteriorsHampton Fine Exteriors
Hampton Fine Exteriors
This is an example of a large bohemian back terrace in New York with an outdoor kitchen and an awning.
Scarsdale Deck
Scarsdale Deck
LDAW Landscape Architecture, PCLDAW Landscape Architecture, PC
New composite deck with cable rails and a complete landscape
This is an example of a medium sized eclectic back terrace in New York with an awning.
Sammamish Outdoor Entertaining
Sammamish Outdoor Entertaining
Sublime Garden Design, LLCSublime Garden Design, LLC
Sublime Garden Design
Medium sized bohemian back terrace in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen and an awning.
Deck Planting
Deck Planting
Family Tree & GardenFamily Tree & Garden
Photo of a large eclectic back ground level terrace in Santa Barbara with a dock.
OUTDOOR LIVING UTOPIA IN WEST AUSTIN’S WESTMINSTER ESTATES
OUTDOOR LIVING UTOPIA IN WEST AUSTIN’S WESTMINSTER ESTATES
Archadeck of AustinArchadeck of Austin
The deck we built as part of this custom outdoor living combo space spans 32 ft. × 16 ft., a wonderfully spacious area for relaxing, soaking up the sun and watching the swimmers below. Keep in mind, this deck is 10 ft. above grade! We used four steel posts to support the deck structure. For their low-maintenance deck, these West Austin homeowners selected PVC decking from AZEK’s Vintage Collection in English Walnut. We designed the deck with a parting board and perimeter board. No rough edges around this deck!
Azek Building Products - Azek/TimberTech Decking
Azek Building Products - Azek/TimberTech Decking
Brookside Lumber CompanyBrookside Lumber Company
TimberTech -Earthwood Evolutions - Terrain Photo Credit: Azek Building Materials
Medium sized bohemian back terrace in Other with no cover.
Akron Custom Decks
Akron Custom Decks
Archadeck of Akron OHArchadeck of Akron OH
For many Akron-area homeowners don’t want the chore of staining their wooden deck each year. The good news is that if you use a low-maintenance composite or PVC material such as TimberTech or AZEK, you never have to! There are a variety of synthetic decking materials that look very similar to wood but never require staining nor any annual maintenance.
Airsteam
Airsteam
Swartz PhotographySwartz Photography
Swartz Photography
This is an example of a small bohemian back terrace in Other with a fire feature and an awning.
Dulwich Hill House
Dulwich Hill House
Studio 74 architectsStudio 74 architects
Douglas Frost
Photo of a small bohemian back terrace in Sydney with a pergola.
3 Julie Anne Lane, Cape Elizabeth, Maine
3 Julie Anne Lane, Cape Elizabeth, Maine
Corki Gray, Broker, Keller Williams RealtyCorki Gray, Broker, Keller Williams Realty
Wave 5 Productions, Lynn Dube
Photo of a bohemian back terrace in Portland Maine with no cover.
Devlin Drive
Devlin Drive
Interior ParticulierInterior Particulier
Design ideas for a large eclectic back ground level glass railing terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.

Eclectic 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 an eclectic 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 eclectic design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design an eclectic 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 eclectic 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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