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Ground Level Terrace with a Water Feature Ideas and Designs

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Brooklyn Heights Grotto
Brooklyn Heights Grotto
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
This is an example of a medium sized modern back ground level wood railing terrace in New York with a water feature and no cover.
Atlanta Backyard Retreat
Atlanta Backyard Retreat
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
The custom concrete water feature, with its smooth finish and Mexican beach pebble interior is a stunning focal point for the lower deck. The upper concrete basin of the water feature has a clean, stylish spillover that cascades into a lower basin creating peaceful, soothing sounds of falling water setting a Zen-like atmosphere for the entire deck.
View accross the Sunken Deck Area, Selsey West Sussex
View accross the Sunken Deck Area, Selsey West Sussex
Diana Arnold DesignDiana Arnold Design
A Coastal Garden Project transforming the previous lawn area into a smart contemporary garden. A sunken composite Deck Area is surrounded by a pathway with low level planting running along porcelain planks and gravel is edged with Raj Green Sandstone setts and coping. Pleached evergreen Quercus Ilex trees and a Corylus Avelana Maxima Purpurea tree and trellis screening help to provide privacy in a new development.
Mount Royal Bungalow
Mount Royal Bungalow
Maillot HomesMaillot Homes
Design ideas for a large retro back ground level terrace in Calgary with a water feature.
Lafayette
Lafayette
HALLETT & Co.HALLETT & Co.
Extending the home's interior spaces into the outdoors, this large, raised deck has several seating areas with a view of the custom fountain that cascades into a koi pond. All the paving is permeable to allow for drainage, and the openwork fencing provides privacy without entirely blocking out the charming neighborhood. | Photography by Atlantic Archives
Traumterrasse mit maritimen Flair
Traumterrasse mit maritimen Flair
Blöchle und Schwaller GbRBlöchle und Schwaller GbR
Auch der Raum über der Wassertechnik wurde stilvoll genutzt und noch eine Sonnenliege installiert. Ein traumhafter Ort, um zu entspannen.
Inspiration for a medium sized nautical side ground level terrace in Stuttgart with a water feature.
Stack Effect House
Stack Effect House
SG2 architects + interiorsSG2 architects + interiors
Photo by: Van Der Post
Inspiration for a large contemporary back ground level metal railing terrace in Melbourne with a water feature and a pergola.
Garden Design - Aspects of Landscaping
Garden Design - Aspects of Landscaping
Aspects of LandscapingAspects of Landscaping
Small modern back ground level terrace in Dublin with a water feature.
3000 Saint Annes Ln
3000 Saint Annes Ln
Virtual Studio InnovationsVirtual Studio Innovations
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back ground level wood railing terrace in Atlanta with a water feature.
Thetis Transformation
Thetis Transformation
Made To Last Custom Homes Ltd.Made To Last Custom Homes Ltd.
The original interior for Thetis Transformation was dominated by wood walls, cabinetry, and detailing. The space felt dark and did not capture the ocean views well. It also had many types of flooring. One of the primary goals was to brighten the space, while maintaining the warmth and history of the wood. We reduced eave overhangs and expanded a few window openings. We reused some of the original wood for new detailing, shelving, and furniture. The electrical panel for Thetis Transformation was updated and relocated. In addition, a new Heat Pump system replaced the electric furnace, and a new wood stove was installed. We also upgraded the windows for better thermal comfort.
The Deck
The Deck
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
A composite Trex deck was added to the front yard hillside garden.
Design ideas for a medium sized shabby-chic style courtyard ground level metal railing terrace in Orange County with a water feature and a pergola.
Berkeley Hills House
Berkeley Hills House
Parco StudioParco Studio
Rain collected by the butterfly roof runs down a rain chain and into a board formed concrete basin. It then spills over a small waterfall and into a small stream leading to the "alpine pool."
River Oaks- English Garden
River Oaks- English Garden
Houston Landscape DesignHouston Landscape Design
This is an example of a courtyard ground level terrace in Houston with a water feature.
3000 Saint Annes Ln
3000 Saint Annes Ln
Virtual Studio InnovationsVirtual Studio Innovations
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back ground level wood railing terrace in Atlanta with a water feature.
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.
Rénovation d'une maison à Cannes - 220 m² en 5 appartement
Rénovation d'une maison à Cannes - 220 m² en 5 appartement
LFx ArchitectureLFx Architecture
Cette terrasse est recouverte de lames de terrasse en bois pour recouvrir une dalle de béton en très mauvais état avec des collectes d'eau pluviales.
Photo of a medium sized rural side ground level wood railing terrace in Nice with a water feature and no cover.
Mount Royal Bungalow
Mount Royal Bungalow
Maillot HomesMaillot Homes
Photo of a medium sized retro back ground level terrace in Calgary with a water feature.
Complete Landscape design & Installation
Complete Landscape design & Installation
Lush Gardens IncLush Gardens Inc
This Landscape Design & Installation in Pacific Palisades, California, includes Concrete Decking, Custom Patio Cover, Planting, Lighting, Irrigation & water feature.
Einfamilienhaus 176
Einfamilienhaus 176
Karl Kaffenberger Architektur | EinrichtungKarl Kaffenberger Architektur | Einrichtung
Photo of a contemporary ground level terrace in Frankfurt with a water feature and a roof extension.
The Deck
The Deck
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
A composite Trex deck was added to the front yard hillside garden.
Medium sized romantic courtyard ground level metal railing terrace in Orange County with a water feature and a pergola.

Ground Level Terrace with a Water Feature 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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