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Large Midcentury Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Mid-Century Modern Exterior Renovation
Mid-Century Modern Exterior Renovation
Garrett Construction CompanyGarrett Construction Company
Rear deck. Custom Powder Coated stainless steel cable rail. AZEK Decking. Built around 2 Oak trees.
Photo of a large midcentury back terrace in Cedar Rapids with no cover.
Midcenturey Modern Deck Addition
Midcenturey Modern Deck Addition
Karen Beam Architect LLCKaren Beam Architect LLC
Large retro back terrace in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
AZEK Deck in Brushy Creek, TX, With Mid-Century Modern Flair
AZEK Deck in Brushy Creek, TX, With Mid-Century Modern Flair
Archadeck of AustinArchadeck of Austin
Archadeck of Austin is pleased to show you this unique take on outdoor living – a contemporary deck and patio design. This AZEK deck is big on style and functionality! The fresh light gray porch plank decking plays beautifully against the saturated colors of the home, as well as the new custom railing. The light gray deck is also a great complement to the new aggregate concrete patio, which can be reached via custom steps built in matching AZEK porch plank.
Sichtbeton Elemente im Garten
Sichtbeton Elemente im Garten
Rinn Beton- und NatursteinRinn Beton- und Naturstein
Trendig – egal ob Indoor oder Outdoor. Die graue Betonoptik bei Fliesen, Treppen, Wänden und Fassaden liegt schwer im Trend. Die pure Betonoberfläche spricht besonders Liebhaber der modernen Architektur an und passt hervorragend zum Industrial-Design. Die Blockstufen und Mauerelemente als Beeteinfassung in Sichtbeton Optik wirken als Kontrast zu Hausfassade, Terrassenplatten und grünem Rasen.
Hollywood Hills Home
Hollywood Hills Home
til collaborativetil collaborative
deck
Inspiration for a large retro back terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.
Beech Knoll
Beech Knoll
Trinity Builders & Design, Inc.Trinity Builders & Design, Inc.
Large midcentury roof terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.
Mid-Century Modern
Mid-Century Modern
Hey Nice GardenHey Nice Garden
We installed a 1500 sq. ft. Ipe deck to connect the pool to the house and make the yard feel cohesive. We added a custom steel & cable fence/gate, pool equipment cover, hillside plantings and low- water no mow lawn to complete the look.
Mid-Century Modern Home
Mid-Century Modern Home
AB design studio, inc.AB design studio, inc.
1950’s mid century modern hillside home. full restoration | addition | modernization. board formed concrete | clear wood finishes | mid-mod style.
This is an example of a large retro back terrace in Santa Barbara with a roof extension.
1960's Tri-Level Ranch
1960's Tri-Level Ranch
Lacy Keller InteriorsLacy Keller Interiors
HomeStar Video Tours
Photo of a large midcentury back terrace in Portland with a roof extension.
Mid Century House Remodal Fire Island
Mid Century House Remodal Fire Island
DAS StudioDAS Studio
Photo of a large midcentury back terrace in New York with no cover.
Stanton Deck & Patio Remodel
Stanton Deck & Patio Remodel
Assured Accuracy, LLCAssured Accuracy, LLC
This remodel was needed in order to take a 1950's style concrete upper slab into the present day, making it a true indoor-outdoor living space, but still utilizing all of the Midcentury design aesthetics. In the 1990's someone tried to update the space by covering the concrete ledge with pavers, as well as a portion of the area that the current deck is over. Once all the pavers were removed, the black tile was placed over the old concrete ledge and then the deck was added on, to create additional usable sq footage.
Knollwood Cove
Knollwood Cove
Mosier Luxury HomesMosier Luxury Homes
Design ideas for a large retro side terrace in Austin with a roof extension.
White Plains Deck Makeover
White Plains Deck Makeover
Austin Gray Design GroupAustin Gray Design Group
Design ideas for a large midcentury back terrace in New York with an awning.
Sennett Residence
Sennett Residence
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
This is an example of a large midcentury terrace in Other with no cover.
Modern Home - Maple Ridge
Modern Home - Maple Ridge
Old Town Design GroupOld Town Design Group
Photo of a large retro back terrace in Indianapolis with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Lake Sawyer Remodel
Lake Sawyer Remodel
Malone's Landscape Design | BuildMalone's Landscape Design | Build
IPE decking and cable railing emphasize the angled architecture of the midcentury house. Floor to ceiling windows run the entire back of the house with unobstructed views of the lake.
Stevens Residence
Stevens Residence
Vitus Mataré & Associates, Inc.Vitus Mataré & Associates, Inc.
Photo: Tom Hofer
Photo of a large midcentury back terrace in Los Angeles with a fire feature.
Hammett
Hammett
Oivanki PhotographyOivanki Photography
Photo of a large retro back ground level terrace in New Orleans with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Jacon Way
Jacon Way
Building Solutions and Design, IncBuilding Solutions and Design, Inc
Photo credit: Jeff Ong Architect: Nadav Rokach Interior Design and Staging: Eliana Rokach Contractor: Building Solutions and Design, Inc.
This is an example of a large midcentury back terrace in Los Angeles.
Leon Townhomes | Bankers Hill
Leon Townhomes | Bankers Hill
SD Design StudioSD Design Studio
This is an example of a large midcentury roof rooftop mixed railing terrace in San Diego with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.

Large Midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a midcentury 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 midcentury 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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