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Trex Composite Deck
Trex Composite Deck
Rock Star Construction LLCRock Star Construction LLC
Design ideas for a large classic back terrace in Cleveland with no cover.
Farmhouse Loop: Mountain Craftsman Home
Farmhouse Loop: Mountain Craftsman Home
Timberlake Custom HomesTimberlake Custom Homes
This craftsman style custom homes comes with a view! Features include a large, open floor plan, stone fireplace, and a spacious deck.
This is an example of a large traditional back first floor mixed railing terrace in Atlanta with a roof extension.
Contemporary Trex Deck with Custom Metal and Wire Railing
Contemporary Trex Deck with Custom Metal and Wire Railing
Clough ConstructionClough Construction
Contemporary Trex Deck with Custom Metal and Wire Railing
Medium sized contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Trex Deck Remodel
Trex Deck Remodel
william brand contractingwilliam brand contracting
Replaced deck boards with two tone trex composite decking using a hidden fastener clip system
Design ideas for a large classic back terrace in DC Metro with no cover.
Integrity Doors from Marvin Windows and Doors
Integrity Doors from Marvin Windows and Doors
AVI Windows & DoorsAVI Windows & Doors
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Nashville with a roof extension.
12 viviendas en Las Colinas
12 viviendas en Las Colinas
2J arquitectura2J arquitectura
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean back terrace in Alicante-Costa Blanca.
Deck Remodel
Deck Remodel
Ivy Cottage CollectionsIvy Cottage Collections
Photo by Lisa Allen
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Raleigh with no cover and an outdoor kitchen.
Trex deck
Trex deck
Coty ConstructionCoty Construction
This spiced rum Trex deck was built with a bronze Westbury winding stairway for access to the 2nd level.
Design ideas for a large traditional back terrace in Minneapolis with no cover.
Longview deck and outdoor kitchen
Longview deck and outdoor kitchen
Stone Ridge DeckingStone Ridge Decking
Design ideas for a large classic back metal railing terrace in Sacramento.
Cubbage - Eagle Lake Paw Paw
Cubbage - Eagle Lake Paw Paw
Custom Design GroupCustom Design Group
Large modern back terrace in Grand Rapids with no cover.
Decks
Decks
Quigley DecksQuigley Decks
Quigleydecks.com
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Other with no cover.
Fiberon Medina (OH) Deck
Fiberon Medina (OH) Deck
DeckCreatorDeckCreator
Beautiful 750+ sq ft deck with Fiberon Ipe decking accented with Tudor Brown borders, risers, and fascia; as well as black Westbury rails (including a curved section).
Farmhouse Screened Porch
Farmhouse Screened Porch
The J.F. Johnson Lumber Co.The J.F. Johnson Lumber Co.
Mark Petinga
Design ideas for a medium sized country back terrace in Baltimore with a roof extension.
Needham Deck
Needham Deck
Stillwater Building and Renovation, LLCStillwater Building and Renovation, LLC
Elevated Deck - Azek Decking "Vintage Series Dark Hickory" with Azek Premier Rails and outdoor lighting package. This deck contains a unique option - a dry deck drainage system. Underside of the deck is finished and considered a dry space. Hardscape Patio will be covered and features outdoor ceiling fan and recessed lighting
Sullivan's Island on the Waterway - Outdoor Living Spaces
Sullivan's Island on the Waterway - Outdoor Living Spaces
Beau Clowney ArchitectsBeau Clowney Architects
A relaxing outdoor living space complete with fireplace exists underneath this elevated home. Julia Lynn
Coastal back terrace in Charleston with a fire feature.
Utah Valley Parade of Homes Exterior
Utah Valley Parade of Homes Exterior
Titan HomesTitan Homes
Large trex deck off of the kitchen and dining room has a large covered BBQ area and raised counter top seating. Built in cabinets with two mini fridges. Large dining area and sitting areas.
Hedgewood Deck Addition
Hedgewood Deck Addition
3 Twelve General Contracting3 Twelve General Contracting
Converting a standard builder grade deck to a fabulous outdoor living space, 3 Twelve General Contracting constructed the new decks and roof cover. All lumber, TREX decking and railing supplied by Timber Town Atlanta. Stone for fireplace supplied by Lowes Home Improvement.
Decks
Decks
Zia Construction LLCZia Construction LLC
Medium sized contemporary back terrace in Seattle with no cover.
Maplehurst Project: Outdoor Living Area
Maplehurst Project: Outdoor Living Area
Valerie GerardiValerie Gerardi
Outdoor living Area with Fireplace and Built in Grill
Inspiration for a large traditional back terrace in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Finished Projects
Finished Projects
Hanright Home SolutionsHanright Home Solutions
Design ideas for a large classic back terrace in Chicago with no cover.

Grey 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 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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