Medium Sized All Railing Terrace Ideas and Designs

Under a fully automated bio-climatic pergola, a dining area and outdoor kitchen have been created on a raised composite deck. The kitchen is fully equipped with SubZero Wolf appliances, outdoor pizza oven, warming drawer, barbecue and sink, with a granite worktop. Heaters and screens help to keep the party going into the evening, as well as lights incorporated into the pergola, whose slats can open and close electronically. A decorative screen creates an enhanced backdrop and ties into the pattern on the 'decorative rug' around the firebowl.

Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8

Jemimah Barnett

Green wall and all plantings designed and installed by Bright Green (brightgreen.co.uk) | Decking by Luxe Projects London | Nillo Grey/Taupe Outdoor rug from Benuta | Copa garden lounge furniture set & Sacha burnt orange garden stool, both from Made.com | 'Regent' raw copper wall lights & Fulbrook rectangular mirror from gardentrading.co.uk

Wandsworth Bridge Road

GOATER JONES London Ltd

Roof terrace
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional roof rooftop glass railing terrace in London with a roof extension and feature lighting.

Fox Backyard

Green Dove Construction, LLC

The Fox family wanted to have plenty of entertainment space in their backyard retreat. We also were able to continue using the landscape lighting to help the steps be visible at night and also give a elegant and modern look to the space.

Beaumont Park

Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back private and ground level glass railing terrace in Toronto with no cover.

Terrasse Vilvoorde - Belgium - Terrassendielen

Cedral

Sie denken darüber nach, daheim eine Terrasse zu errichten oder die bestehende Terrasse von Grund auf zu erneuern? Dann sind Sie hier genau richtig – Cedral Terrasse ist eine starke Option für jeden Bauherren, der höchste Ansprüche an Produktqualität, Verarbeitung und Optik hat.

Upgraded second story deck in Littleton, Colorado

Archadeck of the Foothills

Second story upgraded Timbertech Pro Reserve composite deck in Antique Leather color with picture frame boarder in Dark Roast. Timbertech Evolutions railing in black was used with upgraded 7.5" cocktail rail in Azek English Walnut. Also featured is the "pub table" below the deck to set drinks on while playing yard games or gathering around and admiring the views. This couple wanted a deck where they could entertain, dine, relax, and enjoy the beautiful Colorado weather, and that is what Archadeck of Denver designed and built for them!

Upper East Side Semi-Formal

Outside Space NYC Landscape Design

This is an example of a medium sized modern back ground level mixed railing terrace in New York with a water feature and a pergola.

Pebblebrooke Re-deck

Jacob Schutt Construction

Trex composite decking in Foggy Warf with aluminum cable railings.
Medium sized contemporary back ground level wire cable railing terrace in Omaha.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Collaborative Interior Design

The outdoor dining room leads off the indoor kitchen and dining space. A built in grill area was a must have for the client. The table comfortably seats 8 with plenty of circulation space for everyone to move around with ease. A fun, contemporary tile was used around the grill area to add some visual texture to the space.

Pickford Residence

AAHA Studio

Backyard Deck Design
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back ground level glass railing terrace in Los Angeles with a fire feature and a pergola.

Oakland Redwood Deck and Patio

Lookfar Builders

Sustainably harvested redwood and pigmented concrete combine with a zero-water turf lawn to create a sustainable space for year-round relaxation outdoors.

Beverley Crescent Residence

Synthesis Design Inc.

Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back ground level wood railing terrace in Vancouver with a fire feature and a roof extension.

Rooftop à Neuilly-sur-Seine

Audrey Volpelier | Conceptrice de jardins

Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary roof private and rooftop metal railing terrace in Paris.

Cozy Covered Deck

SelectDecks

This covered deck offers total comfort with beautiful views. Made with Trex decking, a stained cedar ceiling, and a finished under deck, this build is perfect for any home.

Deer Ridge deck

Stone Ridge Decking

Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back ground level metal railing terrace in Sacramento with a pergola.

Timbertech Reserve Driftwood and Soffit Lights

Deck & Drive Solutions

This was a complete tear off and rebuild of this new deck. Timbertech came out with a new series and new colors for 2020 this February. The homeowners wanted a maintenance free deck and chose the new stuff! The decking color they picked with their blue house was Timbertech’s Reserve Collection in the Driftwood Color. We then decided to add white railing from Westbury Tuscany Series to match the trim color on the house. We built this deck next to the hot tub with a removable panel so there is room to access the mechanical of the hot tub when needed. One thing they asked for which took some research is a low voltage light that could be installed on the side of the deck’s fascia that would aim into the yard for the dog in the night. We then added post cap lights from Westbury and Timbertech Riser lights for the stairs. The complete Deck Lighting looks great and is a great touch. The deck had Freedom Privacy Panels installed below the deck to the ground with the Boardwalk Style in the White color. The complete deck turned out great and this new decking is amazing. Perfect deck for this house and family. The homeowners will love it for many years.

Denver Outdoor Living

Colorado Native General Contracting

Enclosed hot tub with outdoor shower. Built with Trex Decking.
Photo of a medium sized traditional back ground level wire cable railing terrace in Denver with a roof extension.

Energy Efficient Modern Coastal Home

Newport Renewables

Photo of a medium sized modern back first floor mixed railing terrace in Providence with no cover.

KTM Architect - Mid-Century Modern Deck in Hastings-on Hudson

Feeney Inc.

This mid-century home's clean lines and architectural angles are accentuated by the sleek, industrial CableRail system by Feeney. The elegant components of the Feeney rail systems pairs well with the Azek Cypress Decking and allows for maximum viewing of the lush gardens that surround this home.

Medium Sized All Railing 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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