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Wandsworth Bridge Road
Wandsworth Bridge Road
GOATER JONES London LtdGOATER JONES London Ltd
Roof terrace
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional roof rooftop glass railing terrace in London with a roof extension and feature lighting.
Open wall kitchen and deck
Open wall kitchen and deck
Thomas Jacobson Construction, IncThomas Jacobson Construction, Inc
Sustainable home design by H2D Architects. Featured on the Northwest Eco Building Guild Tour, this sustainably-built modern four bedroom home features decks on all levels, seamlessly extending the living space to the outdoors. The green roof adds visual interest, while increasing the insulating value, and help achieve the site’s storm water retention requirements. Sean Balko Photography
Bali Inspired Pool House
Bali Inspired Pool House
William D. Earls AIA ArchitectWilliam D. Earls AIA Architect
Inspiration for a world-inspired terrace in New York with a roof extension.
Mid-Century Modern North Channel Drive Beach House
Mid-Century Modern North Channel Drive Beach House
Mary Hannah InteriorsMary Hannah Interiors
Katherine Freshwater
This is an example of a medium sized beach style terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Warren, NJ - Bluestone patio & walkway with fire pit and water feature
Warren, NJ - Bluestone patio & walkway with fire pit and water feature
Parker Landscape DesignParker Landscape Design
Natural Cleft Bluestone random pattern patio & walkway, LED mood lighting, landscape design & construction, masonry fire pit, seating wall and planter using cultured stone veneer, new composite deck installed wit water proofed understory, Bluestone steps, drainage installation, outdoor TV, cultured stone veneer on foundation walls of house
French Country Renovation
French Country Renovation
Alto DesignAlto Design
Jeffrey Jakucyk: Photographer
Photo of a large classic back terrace in Cincinnati with a roof extension and feature lighting.
Our Home
Our Home
Rachael Honner StylingRachael Honner Styling
Our deck / My hubby is quite the handyman, he completed our deck extension all by himself. It's not quite finished just yet as we have some painting left to do but so proud of him! Photography and Styling Rachael Honner
live eat relax and play in the back yard
live eat relax and play in the back yard
austin outdoor designaustin outdoor design
casual dining under a tigerwood ceiling on an ipe deck adjacent to a light limestone patio with an outdoor kitchen for a chef designed & built by austin outdoor design photo by ryann ford
winter park mountain home
winter park mountain home
jennifer rhode designjennifer rhode design
Large rustic courtyard first floor metal railing terrace in Denver with a roof extension and a bbq area.
Estate - Park City (46)
Estate - Park City (46)
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Design ideas for an expansive modern roof first floor glass railing terrace in Salt Lake City with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Simple Sophistication
Simple Sophistication
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
This is an example of a medium sized retro side ground level wire cable railing terrace in Minneapolis with a roof extension.
Mountain Modern Lake House
Mountain Modern Lake House
Judd BuildersJudd Builders
This is an example of a small modern back ground level wire cable railing terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Сад с веревочным парком (Москва - Переделка.ТВ "Дачный ответ")
Сад с веревочным парком (Москва - Переделка.ТВ "Дачный ответ")
Ambient LoungeAmbient Lounge
Ландшафтный дизайнер Вита Бунина, вдохновившись фрагментом русской природы и дружной семьей героев, решила обустроить пространство под открытым небом в естественном стиле с преобладанием натуральных материалов и скандинавскими акцентами.
Manly 20
Manly 20
Watershed ArchitectsWatershed Architects
Contemporary terrace in Sydney with a roof extension.
Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living
Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living
Collaborative Interior DesignCollaborative Interior Design
The master bedroom looks out over the outdoor living room. The deck was designed to be approximately 2 feet lower than the floor level of the main house so you are able to look over the outdoor furniture without it blocking your view.
Eichenholz Wandverkleidung
Eichenholz Wandverkleidung
Old Oak GmbHOld Oak GmbH
Inspiration for a large rustic courtyard ground level wood railing terrace in Munich with skirting and a roof extension.
Pavillion
Pavillion
Mascheroni ConstructionMascheroni Construction
Design ideas for a classic first floor metal railing terrace in San Francisco with a roof extension and a bbq area.
RED TIDE HOUSE
RED TIDE HOUSE
Casa Dash DesignsCasa Dash Designs
screened in porch
Photo of a medium sized beach style back terrace in Charleston with a roof extension.
Dana Point Relaxation
Dana Point Relaxation
AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc.AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional courtyard terrace in Orange County with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Whidbey Island Farmhouse
Whidbey Island Farmhouse
Dovetail General ContractorsDovetail General Contractors
View into the living room and kitchen.
Design ideas for a modern terrace in Seattle with a roof extension.

Terrace with a Roof Extension 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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