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Ground Level Terrace with a Pergola Ideas and Designs

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Rustic Urban Design Makes a Splash
Rustic Urban Design Makes a Splash
Betz Pools LimitedBetz Pools Limited
Even before the pool was installed the backyard was already a gourmet retreat. The premium Delta Heat built-in barbecue kitchen complete with sink, TV and hi-boy serving bar is positioned conveniently next to the pergola lounge area.
Party Barn
Party Barn
BPC Architecture + Interior DesignBPC Architecture + Interior Design
This is an example of a farmhouse back ground level terrace in Boston with a pergola.
New life for an old garden
New life for an old garden
Blue Hibiscus GardensBlue Hibiscus Gardens
Photo of a back ground level terrace in San Francisco with a pergola.
Hopewell Outdoor Escape
Hopewell Outdoor Escape
DES Home RenovationsDES Home Renovations
Design ideas for a small traditional back ground level metal railing terrace in Philadelphia with a fire feature and a pergola.
Upper East Side Semi-Formal
Upper East Side Semi-Formal
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
This is an example of a medium sized modern back ground level mixed railing terrace in New York with a water feature and a pergola.
Timbertech Pumpkin
Timbertech Pumpkin
Deck & Drive SolutionsDeck & Drive Solutions
We build a 2 decks for this client for 2 living areas. We used Timbertech Legacy Ashwood for the decking and Westbury Railing in Tuscany Style for the railing. We then installed (2) pergolas that open and shut. The final touch was the lattice below to match their shed.
Pickford Residence
Pickford Residence
AAHA StudioAAHA Studio
Backyard Deck Design
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back ground level glass railing terrace in Los Angeles with a fire feature and a pergola.
Oakland Redwood Deck and Patio
Oakland Redwood Deck and Patio
Lookfar BuildersLookfar Builders
Sustainably harvested redwood and pigmented concrete combine with a zero-water turf lawn to create a sustainable space for year-round relaxation outdoors.
Outdoor Virtual Room
Outdoor Virtual Room
NEDERHOFF ARCHITECTURENEDERHOFF ARCHITECTURE
Design ideas for a large contemporary back ground level terrace in Boston with a pergola.
Pergola and Stamped Concrete Patio in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Pergola and Stamped Concrete Patio in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Hyland HomesHyland Homes
Large beach style back ground level mixed railing terrace in Chicago with a fire feature and a pergola.
Marrickville
Marrickville
Dovetail Design GroupDovetail Design Group
Design ideas for a contemporary ground level terrace in Sydney with a pergola.
Rustic Modern Pod Home
Rustic Modern Pod Home
Cannarsa Structure and DesignCannarsa Structure and Design
Boat House
This is an example of a rustic back ground level terrace with a dock and a pergola.
Contemporary Backyard Retreat
Contemporary Backyard Retreat
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
The upper level of this gorgeous Trex deck is the central entertaining and dining space and includes a beautiful concrete fire table and a custom cedar bench that floats over the deck. The dining space is defined by the stunning, cantilevered, aluminum pergola above and cable railing along the edge of the deck. Adjacent to the pergola is a covered grill and prep space. Light brown custom cedar screen walls provide privacy along the landscaped terrace and compliment the warm hues of the decking. Clean, modern light fixtures are also present in the deck steps, along the deck perimeter, and throughout the landscape making the space well-defined in the evening as well as the daytime.
Deer Ridge deck
Deer Ridge deck
Stone Ridge DeckingStone Ridge Decking
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back ground level metal railing terrace in Sacramento with a pergola.
Trex At The HGTV Smart Home 2021
Trex At The HGTV Smart Home 2021
TREX COMPANY INCTREX COMPANY INC
Trex is once again excited to sponsor HGTV® Smart Home Giveaway 2021. This year's home is located in the vibrant coastal community of Naples, Florida. Designed to inspire a life well-lived, HGTV Smart Home showcases Trex at its best. The home's innovative outdoor space features our premium Transcend® decking in Havana Gold, a beautiful blend of caramel and honey hues; Signature® Rod Rail railing in Charcoal Black; Trex® Deck Lighting™ recessed lights; cabinetry in the stunning color of Tardis Blue from Trex® Outdoor Kitchens™; and our new Trex® Pergola™ Shadow model with a custom designed canopy.
Loveland Pergola
Loveland Pergola
TruFinishTruFinish
beautiful painted pergola with custom railing
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back ground level wood railing terrace in Denver with a pergola.
Villa en Corse du sud
Villa en Corse du sud
JPDAJPDA
Terrasse côté terre / Anne-Claire Deriez Direction Artistique et Design / Photo ©Yann Deret
Inspiration for a nautical back ground level terrace in Other with a pergola and an outdoor kitchen.
A Modern Mexican Leisure Oasis
A Modern Mexican Leisure Oasis
Betz Pools LimitedBetz Pools Limited
This overhead view shows the proximity to the backyard walkouts which flank the acrylic spa, a popular year-round feature. The white outdoor furniture and décor features which include planters and a lighted sphere offer a pleasing contrast to the taupe composite deck.
Villa "vis-à-vis"
Villa "vis-à-vis"
hdg Architekten BDAhdg Architekten BDA
Design ideas for a large contemporary courtyard ground level mixed railing terrace in Other with a water feature and a pergola.
Upper East Side Semi-Formal
Upper East Side Semi-Formal
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
Photo of a medium sized modern back ground level mixed railing terrace in New York with a water feature and a pergola.

Ground Level Terrace with a Pergola 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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