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Treeline Deck w/Hot Tub, Cable Railing, In-laid Lighting, Built-In Benches
Treeline Deck w/Hot Tub, Cable Railing, In-laid Lighting, Built-In Benches
Treeline ConstructionTreeline Construction
Photo of an expansive traditional back terrace in Other with a fire feature and a pergola.
Poolside Entertainment
Poolside Entertainment
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
photography by Andrea Calo
This is an example of an expansive classic back terrace in Austin with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Stillmeadow Circle Deck
Stillmeadow Circle Deck
ELM Construction LLCELM Construction LLC
This is an example of an expansive classic roof terrace in Birmingham with a potted garden and a roof extension.
Decks
Decks
American Deck & Sunroom Co.American Deck & Sunroom Co.
Inspiration for an expansive classic back terrace in Other with a fire feature and a pergola.
Decks
Decks
Mid-City LumberMid-City Lumber
Photo of an expansive classic back terrace in Kansas City with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
White Shaped Aluminum Cable Railing System in Carmel, NY
White Shaped Aluminum Cable Railing System in Carmel, NY
Cable Railing DirectCable Railing Direct
Design ideas for an expansive classic back terrace in Seattle with no cover.
Boston rooftop garden
Boston rooftop garden
Jacalyn Gould Landscape ArchitectJacalyn Gould Landscape Architect
Genevieve de Manio Photography
This is an example of an expansive classic roof rooftop terrace in Boston with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
National Awarding Winning Deck 2014! Franklin Lakes Nj Outdoor Living Space
National Awarding Winning Deck 2014! Franklin Lakes Nj Outdoor Living Space
Deck Remodelers.comDeck Remodelers.com
Franklin Lakes NJ. Outdoor Great room with covered structure. A granite topped wet bar under the tv on the mahogany paneled wall. This fantastic room with a tigerwood cieling and Ipe columns has two built in heaters in the cieling to take the chill off while watching football on a crisp fall afternoon or dining at night. In the first picture you can see the gas fire feature built into the round circular bluestone area of the deck. A perfect gathering place under the stars. This is so much more than a deck it is year round outdoor living.
Lakeview - Southport Corridor - Greenview
Lakeview - Southport Corridor - Greenview
Middlefork Development LLCMiddlefork Development LLC
This brick and limestone, 6,000-square-foot residence exemplifies understated elegance. Located in the award-wining Blaine School District and within close proximity to the Southport Corridor, this is city living at its finest! The foyer, with herringbone wood floors, leads to a dramatic, hand-milled oval staircase; an architectural element that allows sunlight to cascade down from skylights and to filter throughout the house. The floor plan has stately-proportioned rooms and includes formal Living and Dining Rooms; an expansive, eat-in, gourmet Kitchen/Great Room; four bedrooms on the second level with three additional bedrooms and a Family Room on the lower level; a Penthouse Playroom leading to a roof-top deck and green roof; and an attached, heated 3-car garage. Additional features include hardwood flooring throughout the main level and upper two floors; sophisticated architectural detailing throughout the house including coffered ceiling details, barrel and groin vaulted ceilings; painted, glazed and wood paneling; laundry rooms on the bedroom level and on the lower level; five fireplaces, including one outdoors; and HD Video, Audio and Surround Sound pre-wire distribution through the house and grounds. The home also features extensively landscaped exterior spaces, designed by Prassas Landscape Studio. This home went under contract within 90 days during the Great Recession. Featured in Chicago Magazine: http://goo.gl/Gl8lRm Jim Yochum
Annapolis Residence
Annapolis Residence
McHale Landscape Design, Inc.McHale Landscape Design, Inc.
Ipe Stairs, Azek Risers to Main Level Deck
Photo of an expansive traditional back terrace in DC Metro with no cover.
Litchfield Countryside Retreat
Litchfield Countryside Retreat
ChangoChango
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Custom Furniture Design, AV Design, Landscape Architecture, & Art Curation by Chango & Co. Photography by Ball & Albanese
All Decked Out
All Decked Out
Quality Design & ConstructionQuality Design & Construction
A virtually unusable swampy back yard became THE place for entertaining. The brick piers with helical screws were engineered to support this 2 tiered structure. The concrete patio under the Rosewood deck by Timbertech is highlighted in the evening by lighted radiance railings. The screened porch has EZ Breeze panels that have the flexibility or screens or windows.
Lake Norman Outdoor Living Space
Lake Norman Outdoor Living Space
Distinctive Design / Build / Remodel, LLC.Distinctive Design / Build / Remodel, LLC.
An expansive deck with built-in hot tub overlooks Lake Norman. Fiberon deck boards are a low-maintenance answer for people who want to spend more time relaxing on their deck than scraping and painting or staining it.
Roswell Trex Deck
Roswell Trex Deck
DecksouthDecksouth
Design ideas for an expansive traditional back terrace in Atlanta.
Basking Ridge Ipe and Cedar Deck with Hot Tub
Basking Ridge Ipe and Cedar Deck with Hot Tub
Deck ProsDeck Pros
This expansive multilevel Ipe and Cedar deck is located in Basking Ridge, NJ. It features a built in spa/hot tub, cedar privacy walls and cedar lattice. The steps to the spa do double duty as a cover for the spa access area.
Traditional "Tyrolean Restoration" Home in Orinda
Traditional "Tyrolean Restoration" Home in Orinda
Walker & MoodyWalker & Moody
Photos by Indivar Sivanathan and Fine wood craftsmanship by Mike Petersen
Photo of an expansive classic back terrace in San Francisco with a roof extension.
Entertainer's Dream
Entertainer's Dream
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Inspiration for an expansive classic roof terrace in Chicago with a fire feature and a pergola.
Fiberon Composite Decking
Fiberon Composite Decking
Fiberon DeckingFiberon Decking
Blending into its natural surroundings while setting itself apart- Fiberon Horizon Composite Decking in Ipe. The home owners wished to have a deck installed with very little maintenance without compromising their rustic vision. Horizon decking is known for its dramatic color and streaking that emulate wood which was the perfect choice for this project.
Low-maintenance Trex Transcend deck with aluminum handrail
Low-maintenance Trex Transcend deck with aluminum handrail
DecksouthDecksouth
Wrapped columns for this pergola provide a smooth surface that will not require annual paint.
Expansive traditional back terrace in Atlanta with a pergola.
Chester Ipe Deck
Chester Ipe Deck
Deck ProsDeck Pros
This award-winning two-level deck resides in Chester, NJ. The flooring is blind-fastened Ipe hardwood. The railing is a combination of cedar and our own custom made Azek post wraps. The upper deck features plenty of space for eating and lounging. The lower deck features a hot tub with plenty of seating space around it. A small privacy wall on two sides adds to the intimate ambiance. Low voltage lights and custom gates finish the look of this wonderful deck.

Expansive Traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a traditional 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 traditional 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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