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Expansive Purple Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Villa Ercolano, Ercolano - Italy
Villa Ercolano, Ercolano - Italy
Fabrizia Frezza Architecture & InteriorsFabrizia Frezza Architecture & Interiors
THE BOOK: MEDITERRANEAN ARCHITECTURE http://www.houzz.com/photos/356911/Mediterranean-architecture---Fabrizia-Frezza-mediterranean-books-other-metros
Shuffling The Decks
Shuffling The Decks
Jaffe Architecture + InteriorsJaffe Architecture + Interiors
Design ideas for an expansive classic roof private and rooftop terrace in Chicago with no cover.
Coldwater Backyard View
Coldwater Backyard View
Mirage Woodworks, IncMirage Woodworks, Inc
Michael Eisen
Inspiration for an expansive classic back terrace in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Terrazza - Roof Graden nel centro di Roma
Terrazza - Roof Graden nel centro di Roma
Luca Tranquilli PhotographerLuca Tranquilli Photographer
Luca Tranquilli
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Rome with a potted garden.
Whitfield Ave
Whitfield Ave
Building Solutions and Design, IncBuilding Solutions and Design, Inc
Photo credit: Charles-Ryan Barber Architect: Nadav Rokach Interior Design: Eliana Rokach Staging: Carolyn Greco at Meredith Baer Contractor: Building Solutions and Design, Inc.
Lesesne Street Daniel Island
Lesesne Street Daniel Island
Delpino Custom HomesDelpino Custom Homes
Expansive traditional back terrace in Charleston with a roof extension.
Luxe Penthouse
Luxe Penthouse
Studio K ArchitectsStudio K Architects
This is an example of an expansive contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Miami with a roof extension.
Picnic heaven
Picnic heaven
Living InteriorsLiving Interiors
Picnic in your own backyard - this lovely setting is in the 'backyard' of the cottage which sits on a 3 acre parcel of land in the redwood forest.
Photo of an expansive rustic back terrace in San Francisco.
UN ATTICO IN STILE LOFT IN MILANO
UN ATTICO IN STILE LOFT IN MILANO
Annalisa Carli ArchitettoAnnalisa Carli Architetto
Foto di Simone Marulli
This is an example of an expansive contemporary roof terrace in Milan with a potted garden and an awning.
Project Traditional Sauna + Outdoor Shower
Project Traditional Sauna + Outdoor Shower
Alpha Wellness SensationsAlpha Wellness Sensations
Alpha Wellness Sensations is the world's leading manufacturer of custom saunas, luxury infrared cabins, professional steam rooms, immersive salt caves, built-in ice chambers and experience showers for residential and commercial clients. Our company is the dominating custom wellness provider in Europe for more than 35 years. All of our products are fabricated in Europe, 100% hand-crafted and fully compliant with EU’s rigorous product safety standards. We use only certified wood suppliers and have our own research & engineering facility where we developed our proprietary heating mediums. We keep our wood organically clean and never use in production any glues, polishers, pesticides, sealers or preservatives.
Huge decking work with merbau 140mm decking timber
Huge decking work with merbau 140mm decking timber
Attila Simon HandydeckingAttila Simon Handydecking
Attila Simon
Expansive contemporary terrace in Melbourne with a pergola.
Curving Bronze Aluminum Posts and Handrail for Riverside Deck
Curving Bronze Aluminum Posts and Handrail for Riverside Deck
Cable Railing DirectCable Railing Direct
Photo of an expansive traditional terrace in Seattle.
LUXHAUS_Kundenhaus_02
LUXHAUS_Kundenhaus_02
Lopez-FotodesignLopez-Fotodesign
This is an example of an expansive contemporary terrace in Other.
Apartment K
Apartment K
monovolume architecture + designmonovolume architecture + design
© Jürgen Eheim
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary terrace in Other.
Exteriors
Exteriors
Teague Hunziker PhotographyTeague Hunziker Photography
©Teague Hunziker
Photo of an expansive terrace in Los Angeles.
Mariko Residence
Mariko Residence
Prestige WoodworksPrestige Woodworks
16 Piece Compass Inlay in Fiberon Cinnabar & Tudor Brown
This is an example of an expansive modern back ground level metal railing terrace in Edmonton with no cover.
Poseidon
Poseidon
Polymath Properties LLCPolymath Properties LLC
Inspiration for an expansive modern back ground level glass railing terrace in Seattle with a fire feature.
Huge decking work with merbau 140mm decking timber
Huge decking work with merbau 140mm decking timber
Attila Simon HandydeckingAttila Simon Handydecking
Attila Simon
Photo of an expansive contemporary terrace in Melbourne with a pergola.
Mariko Residence
Mariko Residence
Prestige WoodworksPrestige Woodworks
16 Piece Compass Inlay in Fiberon Cinnabar & Tudor Brown
Photo of an expansive modern back ground level metal railing terrace in Edmonton with no cover.
Curving Bronze Aluminum Posts and Handrail for Riverside Deck
Curving Bronze Aluminum Posts and Handrail for Riverside Deck
Cable Railing DirectCable Railing Direct
Design ideas for an expansive traditional terrace in Seattle.

Expansive Purple 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 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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