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Affordable Eclectic Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Halis Residence
Halis Residence
MasterPLAN Outdoor LivingMasterPLAN Outdoor Living
The homeowners wanted an integrated, open outdoor space for entertainment and grilling. It had to look great from the inside of their home and offer the feel of a private wooded retreat; yet be functional.
Glynallyn Terrace
Glynallyn Terrace
Susan Cohan GardensSusan Cohan Gardens
Partial view of an eclectic rooftop terrace inspired by world travelers of the 19th century.
Design ideas for a small eclectic roof terrace in New York with a potted garden and no cover.
Boho Mod Deck
Boho Mod Deck
UserUser
Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian back ground level metal railing terrace in Philadelphia with a potted garden and no cover.
Une cuisisné d'été intégré dans la nature
Une cuisisné d'été intégré dans la nature
Delphine Guyart DesignDelphine Guyart Design
© delphineguyart.com
Design ideas for a large eclectic back terrace in Corsica with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
A Budget Friendly Pergola and Railing System
A Budget Friendly Pergola and Railing System
Degnan Design-Build-RemodelDegnan Design-Build-Remodel
To make matters worse, the decking and railings were in poor condition and required maintenance. We were asked to provide a solution for a deck that was often unusable and a view that was frequently blocked.
La Verte Maison
La Verte Maison
MELANIE LALLEMAND ARCHITECTURESMELANIE LALLEMAND ARCHITECTURES
photo © Mélanie Lallemand
Medium sized bohemian terrace in Paris.
Warren Street Deck in Tribeca
Warren Street Deck in Tribeca
Lena Lalvani, Custom Closet DesignerLena Lalvani, Custom Closet Designer
Lena Lalvani
Design ideas for a small bohemian roof terrace in New York with no cover.
Sunbrella and Insieme House
Sunbrella and Insieme House
Raymour & Flanigan Furniture and MattressesRaymour & Flanigan Furniture and Mattresses
Photo by insiemehouse.com
Expansive bohemian back terrace in New York with a pergola.
Appartement GR
Appartement GR
TAUTEM ArchitectureTAUTEM Architecture
Florence Rommel
This is an example of a small eclectic terrace in Paris with a potted garden and no cover.
Circular decks around barbeque area - Thames Ditton
Circular decks around barbeque area - Thames Ditton
Bright Green GardenBright Green Garden
Sun and shade in an all-year-round entertaining area.
Photo of a medium sized eclectic terrace in London.
SANT CUGAT
SANT CUGAT
PUZZLE URBANOPUZZLE URBANO
Zona relax con sofas + huerto urbanos con plantar aromáticas (Albahaca, menta, hierbabuena, cilantro,...)
Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian roof rooftop wood railing terrace in Barcelona with a potted garden and a pergola.
67 Riverside Drive - Roof Deck
67 Riverside Drive - Roof Deck
New York Roofscapes, Inc.New York Roofscapes, Inc.
www.nyroofscapes.com
This is an example of a large eclectic roof terrace in New York with a potted garden and a roof extension.
A Budget Friendly Pergola and Railing System
A Budget Friendly Pergola and Railing System
Degnan Design-Build-RemodelDegnan Design-Build-Remodel
The deck off the rear of their house, just off the dining room, has a southern exposure that overlooks a beautiful wetland. A stairway leads from the deck to a patio and backyard a half-story below.
Warren Street Deck in Tribeca
Warren Street Deck in Tribeca
Lena Lalvani, Custom Closet DesignerLena Lalvani, Custom Closet Designer
Lena Lalvani
Design ideas for a small eclectic roof terrace in New York with no cover.
Community Roof Deck
Community Roof Deck
New York Roofscapes, Inc.New York Roofscapes, Inc.
www.nyroofscapes.com
Design ideas for a large eclectic roof terrace in New York with a potted garden and no cover.
Paris XVI
Paris XVI
d.mesure - Elodie Sired.mesure - Elodie Sire
stephen clement
This is an example of an eclectic terrace in Paris with a living wall and an awning.
Halis Residence
Halis Residence
MasterPLAN Outdoor LivingMasterPLAN Outdoor Living
Here we added a low voltage LED lighting system, that illuminates some of the native trees and provides a welcoming and cozy look year round.
Photo of a medium sized eclectic back terrace in Other with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
L house
L house
Ande Bunbury ArchitectsAnde Bunbury Architects
A first floor rooftop deck over a brick paved outdoor area doubles the usable outdoor space. Photographer: Ben Hosking
Design ideas for a medium sized eclectic roof first floor terrace in Melbourne with no cover.
Shore Point
Shore Point
Legacy WorksLegacy Works
A low-rise deck, built under an expansive pergola creates a beautiful and relaxing outdoor living space. Designed and built by Legacy Works.
This is an example of a large bohemian back terrace in Wilmington with a pergola.
Terrasse
Terrasse
IH StudioIH Studio
Terrasse chambre d'ado avec sol en bois, chaise fermob vert d'eau
Small bohemian first floor metal railing terrace in Paris.

Affordable Eclectic 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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