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Large Midcentury Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Terraza
Terraza
HAPPYNESTHAPPYNEST
Inspiration for a large retro roof terrace in Madrid with no cover.
Blue Ridge Deck
Blue Ridge Deck
Harjo ConstructionHarjo Construction
M Romney Photography
This is an example of a large retro back terrace in Seattle with no cover.
Mid-Century Modern
Mid-Century Modern
Hey Nice GardenHey Nice Garden
Design ideas for a large midcentury back terrace in San Francisco.
Custom Outdoor Cushions Sunbrella
Custom Outdoor Cushions Sunbrella
CFR Patio, Inc.CFR Patio, Inc.
Custom Made Cushions for Wooden Deck
Photo of a large midcentury back private and ground level wood railing terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.
Lakefront Trex Deck
Lakefront Trex Deck
Valiant Home AdditionsValiant Home Additions
Design ideas for a large retro back terrace in Other.
Home Staging für ein „Sixty Klassiker“!
Home Staging für ein „Sixty Klassiker“!
HOMESTAGING Sandra FischerHOMESTAGING Sandra Fischer
Das Haus von außen mit der sicht zum Haus
Design ideas for a large midcentury ground level terrace in Cologne.
Composite Decking
Composite Decking
ScotRuss BuildersScotRuss Builders
Inspiration for a large midcentury terrace in Other.
Mid-Century Revival
Mid-Century Revival
Detail 9 Architects Pty LtdDetail 9 Architects Pty Ltd
Enlarging the outdoor entertaining area was a key element in our clients' design brief, as well as revitilising the existing deck. The decking is easily accessed from inside and leads to the pool area. Photographer: Matthew Forbes
Home Staging Mid Century Modern in 4 Hills, Albuquerque, NM
Home Staging Mid Century Modern in 4 Hills, Albuquerque, NM
MAP Consultants, LLCMAP Consultants, LLC
Mike Vhistadt
Design ideas for a large retro side terrace in Albuquerque with a roof extension.
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. The old landscaping was removed and a more minimalist, midcentury aesthetic was used for the new landscaping installation.
Windermere Waterfront
Windermere Waterfront
Joie Gowan | Windermere Real Estate Co.Joie Gowan | Windermere Real Estate Co.
Large midcentury back terrace in Seattle with no cover.
275 East 7th Street
275 East 7th Street
Jeffrey Cole ArchitectsJeffrey Cole Architects
Photo of a large midcentury roof terrace in New York with no cover.
Terraza experimental "Buenas Noches San Sebastián"
Terraza experimental "Buenas Noches San Sebastián"
HisbalitHisbalit
"Buenas noches San Sebastián" Espacio Niessen, creado por Freehand Arquitectura para Casa Decor 2019. Cierra los ojos e imagina un viaje a San Sebastián, a una terraza con vistas al mar, sintiendo la brisa marina ¡Ahora es tiempo de abrirlos y disfrutar de la experiencia “Buenas Noches San Sebastián”, Un lugar único, pues el visitante puede recrear distintas escenas: día, noche o atardecer en la Playa de la Concha desde una terraza ficticia revestida con un suelo de diseño #ArtFactoryHisbalit. Los arquitectos de interiores decidieron personalizar las tonalidades del modelo “Hexágonos” para crear dos diseños diferenciados en los que juegan con el contraste y el color. Y es que en la Colección Art Factory Hisbalit es posible modificar el color, el acabado o cambiar sutilmente el diseño para crear un revestimiento con sello personal.
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.
Design ideas for a large midcentury back terrace in Cedar Rapids with no cover.
Home Staging für ein „Sixty Klassiker“!
Home Staging für ein „Sixty Klassiker“!
HOMESTAGING Sandra FischerHOMESTAGING Sandra Fischer
Auf der Terasse im EG wurde durch das Staging eine gemütliche und entspannende Sitzecke positioniert. Durch die Couch und den Tisch wirkt die Terasse direkt einladender.
White Plains Deck Makeover
White Plains Deck Makeover
Austin Gray Design GroupAustin Gray Design Group
Inspiration for a large retro back terrace in New York with an awning.
Rooftop Place de la Nation Paris
Rooftop Place de la Nation Paris
Paris TerrasseParis Terrasse
Design ideas for a large retro roof terrace in Paris with a living wall and a pergola.
Composite Decking
Composite Decking
ScotRuss BuildersScotRuss Builders
Inspiration for a large midcentury terrace in Other.
Lakefront Trex Deck
Lakefront Trex Deck
Valiant Home AdditionsValiant Home Additions
Inspiration for a large midcentury back terrace in Other.
Richmond Beach Addition
Richmond Beach Addition
TransArc DesignTransArc Design
This is an example of a large retro back terrace in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen and 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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