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Large Midcentury Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Laurelhurst Mid Century Modern
Laurelhurst Mid Century Modern
Darren Patt ConstructionDarren Patt Construction
This is an example of a large midcentury back terrace in Seattle with a roof extension.
West Vancouver, 1960's Lewis Post & Beam House Renovation
West Vancouver, 1960's Lewis Post & Beam House Renovation
LCI DesignLCI Design
A new exterior access door and landing from the new interior stair were constructed to access a new larger cedar deck and hot tub area.
Inspiration for a large retro roof terrace in Vancouver with a roof extension.
Mid-Century Modern Meets Today's Lifestyle
Mid-Century Modern Meets Today's Lifestyle
UserUser
This 1963 one-story classic is the perfect blend of vintage and modern luxury. Prominently sited on a premium view lot in the highly sought-after Loch Lomond neighborhood of San Rafael. Southern exposure with wide open views that open out to a spectacular deck and level yard showing off the Bay, Mt. Tamalpais, and surrounding hills. Remodeled to perfection with a focus on maintaining the mid-century feeling and style with 21st Century amenities. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, plus Office/Den/5th bedroom with glass French doors opening to family room and doors leading out to private rear patio. Over 1/3 acre level yard and 72" wide steel and glass pivot door opening into an all-glass formal entry. Spectacular open Kitchen/Family combination, custom kitchen cabinetry and large spacious island with counter seating and beautiful thick quartz countertop. Fisher and Paykel stainless appliances, custom built- gas fireplace in family room. Floor to ceiling windows create spectacular bay and mountain views and leads you out to the open and spacious deck area. Vein-cut limestone plank flooring throughout the main areas of the house. Wood floors in master bedroom and high end carpeting in the additional bedrooms. New roof, electric, plumbing, furnace, tank less water heaters, air-conditioning.
Kiama renovation - Deck
Kiama renovation - Deck
Architecture RepublicArchitecture Republic
Inspiration for a large retro back ground level glass railing terrace in Wollongong with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Midcenturey Modern Deck Addition
Midcenturey Modern Deck Addition
Karen Beam Architect LLCKaren Beam Architect LLC
Photo of a large midcentury back terrace in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Open Waterfront
Open Waterfront
Verdigris Design StudioVerdigris Design Studio
Design ideas for a large midcentury back terrace in Boston with no cover.
Great Room Deck - West View
Great Room Deck - West View
Krueger ArchitectsKrueger Architects
Unlimited Style Photography
Inspiration for a large retro back terrace in Los Angeles.
White Plains Deck Makeover
White Plains Deck Makeover
Austin Gray Design GroupAustin Gray Design Group
Photo of a large retro back terrace in New York with an awning.
PENTHOUSE, CENTRAL LONDON
PENTHOUSE, CENTRAL LONDON
John Carpenter DesignJohn Carpenter Design
An 850 sq. ft. wrap around roof terrace with panoramic views across central London. Refurbished with new hardwood timber decking, contrasting reconstituted stone slabs and re-claimed pebbles. Bespoke powder coated planters, irrigation and recessed lighting.
Midcentury Modern Hillside 1.0
Midcentury Modern Hillside 1.0
Soulful NestSoulful Nest
Designed Midcentury Modern home for a Marin County Real Estate Investor. This large deck brings the outdoors of this hillside property in with a stunning view of the mountains from the backyard.
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.
Large midcentury back terrace in Santa Barbara with a roof extension.
Pool Deck - South View
Pool Deck - South View
Krueger ArchitectsKrueger Architects
Unlimited Style Photography
Design ideas for a large retro back terrace in Los Angeles.
Hawthorne
Hawthorne
Saunders Building Company Pty LtdSaunders Building Company Pty Ltd
Large retro back terrace in Brisbane with a roof extension.
Scarborough
Scarborough
Peters Design-BuildPeters Design-Build
Large retro back terrace in San Francisco with a potted garden and a roof extension.
Carlsbad CA Mid-century modern home staging
Carlsbad CA Mid-century modern home staging
HomeScapes Home Staging San DiegoHomeScapes Home Staging San Diego
Mid-century modern outdoor patio with views to the ocean!
This is an example of a large retro roof terrace in San Diego with a fireplace.
Mid Century Home
Mid Century Home
WARREN SHEETS DESIGN, INC.WARREN SHEETS DESIGN, INC.
Photo of a large midcentury back terrace in San Francisco with a water feature and no cover.
Modern Home - Maple Ridge
Modern Home - Maple Ridge
Old Town Design GroupOld Town Design Group
This is an example of a large retro back terrace in Indianapolis with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Lakefront Trex Deck
Lakefront Trex Deck
Valiant Home AdditionsValiant Home Additions
Design ideas for a large retro back terrace in Other.
1950's Mid-Century Modern Beach House
1950's Mid-Century Modern Beach House
Rollins Andrew InteriorsRollins Andrew Interiors
1950's mid-century modern beach house built by architect Richard Leitch in Carpinteria, California. Leitch built two one-story adjacent homes on the property which made for the perfect space to share seaside with family. In 2016, Emily restored the homes with a goal of melding past and present. Emily kept the beloved simple mid-century atmosphere while enhancing it with interiors that were beachy and fun yet durable and practical. The project also required complete re-landscaping by adding a variety of beautiful grasses and drought tolerant plants, extensive decking, fire pits, and repaving the driveway with cement and brick.
White Plains Deck Makeover
White Plains Deck Makeover
Austin Gray Design GroupAustin Gray Design Group
This is an example of a large retro back terrace in New York with an awning.

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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