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Large Modern Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Decks
Realty Builders, Inc.Realty Builders, Inc.
Photo of a large modern roof terrace in San Francisco with a potted garden and a pergola.
Magnolia TX
Magnolia TX
Equinox Louvered RoofEquinox Louvered Roof
Wood Grain Powder Coated Aluminum Equinox Louvered Roof System Timber Posts Remote controlled Drains House roof Fully adjustable Keeps out all the rain when closed
Mountain Side Modern Gem
Mountain Side Modern Gem
Veritas Fine Homes IncVeritas Fine Homes Inc
Marona Photography
Inspiration for a large modern back terrace in Denver with a roof extension.
Glass Railing in Napa Valley
Glass Railing in Napa Valley
ViewrailViewrail
Design ideas for a large modern back glass railing terrace in Other.
Smith project
Smith project
Undercover Systems, LLCUndercover Systems, LLC
This is a huge project with multilevel hardwood decks complete with stainless steel cable railing, hot tub, outdoor heaters, lights and our patented under deck ceiling system. Our system creates a dry usable space under the upper-level deck that allows you to put in heaters, patio furniture and supplies cover for your hot tub sessions.
m house
m house
Arch4Arch4
Photo of a large modern back terrace in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Wills Lane
Wills Lane
Jackie Syvertsen ~ Windermere Real Estate/BI, Inc.Jackie Syvertsen ~ Windermere Real Estate/BI, Inc.
Design ideas for a large modern back terrace in Seattle with a living wall.
Jafri Project
Jafri Project
Timberline Patio CoversTimberline Patio Covers
This project is a hip style free standing patio cover with a cedar deck and cedar railing. It is surrounded by some beautiful landscaping with a fire pit right on the golf course. The patio cover is equipped with recessed Infratech heaters and an outdoor kitchen.
Southlake Modern
Southlake Modern
JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors ConstructionJAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction
Photo of a large modern back terrace in Austin with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Custom Modern Alpine - Big Sky, Montana
Custom Modern Alpine - Big Sky, Montana
Stratford Building CorporationStratford Building Corporation
This is an example of a large modern terrace in Seattle with a roof extension.
3/4 Century Modern Renovation
3/4 Century Modern Renovation
Lloyd ArchitectsLloyd Architects
Photo: Mark Weinberg Contractor: Hugh Ferguson Landscaping: Bill White, Roth Landscape Services
Design ideas for a large modern back terrace in Salt Lake City.
Columbus Avenue Terrace Retreat
Columbus Avenue Terrace Retreat
UserUser
Inspiration for a large modern roof terrace in New York with a pergola.
Modern IPE backyard - Santa Monica
Modern IPE backyard - Santa Monica
LA-Decks Backyard and Pool RemodelingLA-Decks Backyard and Pool Remodeling
IPE deck to cover the backyard, old Spanish tiles all over the backyard was covered with new modern IPE deck and IPE railing
Photo of a large modern back terrace in Los Angeles with a roof extension.
Railing
Railing
PCF Construction GroupPCF Construction Group
Inspiration for a large modern back terrace in Seattle.
Luxury Deck in Wayne, PA
Luxury Deck in Wayne, PA
Spring Creek DesignSpring Creek Design
Custom built planter on the deck. Pete Cooper/Spring Creek Design
Inspiration for a large modern back terrace in Philadelphia.
Union St Deck and Garden
Union St Deck and Garden
Brooklyn Deck and PatioBrooklyn Deck and Patio
Steel and Ipe wood Residential outdoor deck space with outdoor kitchen.
This is an example of a large modern back ground level metal railing terrace in New York with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Forbes Creek Modern Deck Installation
Forbes Creek Modern Deck Installation
Wight's Deck + DesignWight's Deck + Design
Design ideas for a large modern back terrace in Seattle with no cover.
East End Ave Upper East Side NYC
East End Ave Upper East Side NYC
New York DecksNew York Decks
This is an example of a large modern roof terrace in New York with a potted garden and no cover.
Kitchen Renovation and Addition
Kitchen Renovation and Addition
Built Tough Construction of North GeorgiaBuilt Tough Construction of North Georgia
Large modern back terrace in Atlanta with a potted garden and no cover.
Clubhouse vinyl decks.
Clubhouse vinyl decks.
Hickory Dickory DecksHickory Dickory Decks
Drew Cunningham and Tom Jacques
This is an example of a large modern back terrace in Toronto with a pergola.

Large Modern 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 modern 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 modern design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a modern 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 modern 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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