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Large and Expansive Terrace Ideas and Designs

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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.
Outdoor/ Indoor bathroom in the Hollywood Hills
Outdoor/ Indoor bathroom in the Hollywood Hills
Spazio LASpazio LA
The outdoor area features wooden deck floors and accent shower wall, combined with concrete look Bottega Acero tiles from Spazio LA Tile Gallery. The hanging planters with succulents complete the "urban jungle" look.
Contemporary Decks
Contemporary Decks
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
Elegant multi-level Ipe Deck features simple lines, built-in benches with an unobstructed view of terraced gardens and pool. (c) Decks by Kiefer ~ New jersey
Mid Century Modern Gem
Mid Century Modern Gem
Urban Oasis Landscape DesignUrban Oasis Landscape Design
The steel and willow roofed pergola creates a shady dining "room" and some respite from the sun.
Inspiration for a large midcentury back ground level metal railing terrace in Los Angeles with a pergola.
ATTICO - DUEPIÙUNO
ATTICO - DUEPIÙUNO
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
cucina esterna sul terrazzo ci Cesar Cucine e barbeque a gas di weber pensilina in vetro e linea led sotto gronda. Parete rivestita con micro mosaico di Appiani colore grigio.
Sammamish Outdoor Living and Backyard Makeover
Sammamish Outdoor Living and Backyard Makeover
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Jimmy White Photography
Photo of a large traditional back terrace in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Wrap Around Deck -- Envision Distinction Spiced Teak composite deck
Wrap Around Deck -- Envision Distinction Spiced Teak composite deck
Envision Outdoor Living ProductsEnvision Outdoor Living Products
This balcony deck features Envision Outdoor Living Products. The composite decking is Spiced Teak from the Distinction Collection.
This is an example of a large classic back first floor terrace in Other with a fireplace.
Quinn Project
Quinn Project
The DeckspertsThe Decksperts
This is an example of a large traditional back terrace in Boston with a fire feature and no cover.
Mt. Davidson Deck
Mt. Davidson Deck
DOES ArchitectureDOES Architecture
The welded tube-steel frame provides sculptural support for the upper deck, while minimizing the obstructions to views from the lower level. James Carriere Photography
Covered Deck with Fireplace
Covered Deck with Fireplace
KNK Construction, LLCKNK Construction, LLC
BrandonCPhoto
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in Baltimore with a fire feature and a roof extension.
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.
Decks
Decks
American Deck and PatioAmerican Deck and Patio
Craig Westerman
Large classic back mixed railing terrace in Baltimore.
Roof top deck
Roof top deck
MB Design & BuildMB Design & Build
deck and patio design
Photo of a large classic roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with a pergola.
Projet Symphonie
Projet Symphonie
TERRIBLEMENT DÉCOTERRIBLEMENT DÉCO
This is an example of a large contemporary ground level terrace in Lyon with an outdoor shower.
Magnifique aménagement d'un jardin
Magnifique aménagement d'un jardin
Terrasse et Jardin de ParisTerrasse et Jardin de Paris
création d'une terrasse sur mesure avec un travail important pour aménager un espace salle à manger à l'abris du soleil. Installation d'une pergola design au multiples fonctionnalités, s'incline en fonction des rayons du soleil grâce à ses détecteurs. Du mobilier outdoor au couleurs fines minutieusement choisies et l'installation d'un miroir pour un effet de profondeur et un agrandissement de l'espace de vie.
Maison S
Maison S
Clément Bacle Architecte DPLGClément Bacle Architecte DPLG
terrasse en métal sur pilotis et pergolas.
Photo of a large contemporary back first floor metal railing terrace in Nantes with a pergola.
Award-winning Multi-level Ipe Deck
Award-winning Multi-level Ipe Deck
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
A square deck doesn’t have to be boring – just tilt the squares on an angle. This client had a big wish list: A screen porch was created under an existing elevated room. A large upper deck for dining was waterproofed with EPDM roofing. This made for a large dry area on the lower deck furnished with couches, a television, spa, recessed lighting, and paddle fans. An outdoor shower is enclosed under the stairs. For code purposes, we call it a rinsing station. A small roof extension to the existing house provides covering and a spot for a hanging daybed. The design also includes a live edge slab installed as a bar top at which to enjoy a casual drink while watching the children in the yard. The lower deck leads down two more steps to the fire pit.
Dumbo View
Dumbo View
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
Design ideas for a large modern roof rooftop mixed railing terrace in New York with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Custom Estate Home in St Charles County, MO
Custom Estate Home in St Charles County, MO
Hibbs HomesHibbs Homes
The expansive, screened in deck off the great room in this custom estate home features a stacked stone fireplace. A door from the deck leads to the homeowner's stocked fishing pond.
Terrasse Mozart
Terrasse Mozart
Kevin Clare - PaysagisteKevin Clare - Paysagiste
Les bacs plantés forment un foisonnement et isolent la terrasse du reste de la ville
Inspiration for a large contemporary side metal railing terrace in Paris with a potted garden and a pergola.

Large and Expansive 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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