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Medium Sized and Expansive Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Deck Designs
Deck Designs
Lehman Associates, P.C.Lehman Associates, P.C.
Azek Decking with painted cedar and bronze tone aluminum railings, this design allows you to see through and not be distracted by wide and bright white pickets common in composite rails. The vertical bronze pickets blend with the vertical forest beyond. Construction by: A.Lohmeyer Contractors. Design and Photo by: John Lehman, AIA
Retractable awning with drop screen
Retractable awning with drop screen
Pike Awning CompanyPike Awning Company
Medium sized traditional back terrace in Portland with an awning.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Minchew and CompanyMinchew and Company
Whole exterior renovation! Stucco to wood paneling siding, screened porch and deck!
Photo of a medium sized traditional back terrace in Atlanta with no cover and an outdoor kitchen.
Glass Cube Patio
Glass Cube Patio
Stylish Modern Vacation RentalsStylish Modern Vacation Rentals
Glass Cube in Silves Portugal. There’s a sense of fun about this structural and architectural vision here. The exterior space has plenty of lounging and dining areas along with a fantastic outdoor tub for soaking alfresco. http://b-ho.me/GlassCube
Decking | Terrain Collection | Silver Maple
Decking | Terrain Collection | Silver Maple
TimberTechTimberTech
Terrain Collection offers the timeless appeal of warm earthy tones with a natural beauty that beckons and inspires. Shown here in Silver Maple, other colors include Brown Oak and Sandy Birch. The scalloped edge of all Terrain Collection boards make these affordable alternatives with the same superior quality and low maintenance that homeowners have come to expect from TimberTech capped composites. Capped with a protective polymer shell, Terrain Collection is scratch, stain and fade resistant and backed by an additional 25 Year Fade and Stain Warranty for total peace of mind.
Mid Century Portland
Mid Century Portland
risa boyer architecturerisa boyer architecture
Lincoln Barbour
Photo of a medium sized midcentury back terrace in Portland with a fire feature and a roof extension.
The Deck With Levels
The Deck With Levels
Paul Lafrance DesignPaul Lafrance Design
Designed by Paul Lafrance and built on HGTV's "Decked Out" episode, "The Deck With Levels".
Medium sized traditional back terrace in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Octogonal Deck with Wrought Iron Railing
Octogonal Deck with Wrought Iron Railing
Land Art Design, Inc.Land Art Design, Inc.
Designed and built by Land Art Design, Inc.
Medium sized classic back terrace in DC Metro with no cover.
Boise Residence
Boise Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Deck at dusk. Photo by Clark Dugger
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.
Clovelly
Clovelly
Harrison's LandscapingHarrison's Landscaping
Courtyard style garden with exposed concrete and timber cabana. The swimming pool is tiled with a white sandstone, This courtyard garden design shows off a great mixture of materials and plant species. Courtyard gardens are one of our specialties. This Garden was designed by Michael Cooke Garden Design. Effective courtyard garden is about keeping the design of the courtyard simple. Small courtyard gardens such as this coastal garden in Clovelly are about keeping the design simple. The swimming pool is tiled internally with a really dark mosaic tile which contrasts nicely with the sandstone coping around the pool. The cabana is a cool mixture of free form concrete, Spotted Gum vertical slats and a lined ceiling roof. The flooring is also Spotted Gum to tie in with the slats. Photos by Natalie Hunfalvay
Decks
Decks
Quigley DecksQuigley Decks
Quigleydecks.com
Photo of a medium sized classic back terrace in Other with no cover.
Tigerwood Deck and Privacy Fence
Tigerwood Deck and Privacy Fence
AdvantageLumber.comAdvantageLumber.com
Tigerwood decking was used for the deck and privacy screen to build a beautiful low maintenance deck that will add years of low maintenance deck enjoyment.
Leaside Project
Leaside Project
Curbz Landscaping Inc.Curbz Landscaping Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic side terrace in Toronto with a pergola.
The West Coast Deck
The West Coast Deck
Paul Lafrance DesignPaul Lafrance Design
Designed by Paul Lafrance and built on HGTV's "Decked Out" episode, "The West Coast Deck".
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Toronto with a fire feature.
Edgefield Storage area under deck
Edgefield Storage area under deck
Upton Architecture, LLCUpton Architecture, LLC
Mouse on House
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back terrace in DC Metro with no cover.
Mahogany Deck
Mahogany Deck
Keil Design and Construction, LLCKeil Design and Construction, LLC
Mahogany deck featuring two wrap-around steps, mahogany 5-piece railings and custom gate. G. Keil
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in New York with no cover.
Redmond,WA deck
Redmond,WA deck
Lakevue RenovationsLakevue Renovations
Azek deck with Azek trim and Azek benches, planters, railing, stair treads, Redmond, Sammamish, Bellevue, Kirkland, Bothell Mrs Cole
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Seattle with no cover.
Steele Residence
Steele Residence
WhiteSpace ArchitectsWhiteSpace Architects
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired back terrace in Hawaii with a roof extension.
Wando River Private Residence
Wando River Private Residence
DLB Custom Home DesignDLB Custom Home Design
Medium sized nautical back terrace in Charleston with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Red Hook
Red Hook
New Eco LandscapesNew Eco Landscapes
Photo by Lori Cannava
Photo of a medium sized contemporary terrace in New York with an outdoor kitchen.

Medium Sized and Expansive 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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