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Medium Sized Contemporary Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Pagoda
Pagoda
Otoniel Solis Inc.Otoniel Solis Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Los Angeles with a pergola.
Oswal's residence
Oswal's residence
SPACES ARCHITECTS@kaSPACES ARCHITECTS@ka
Mr. Bharat Aggarwal
Photo of a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Delhi with a bar area.
Preston townhouse
Preston townhouse
Jasmine McClelland DesignJasmine McClelland Design
This inviting outdoor kitchen and dining space features timber cladding and decking, a Vegola, Storm grey cabinetry finish, Silestone benchtop, Gasmate BBQ, Globe West outdoor table and Tait Furniture chairs.
VIVIENDA ALCASSER
VIVIENDA ALCASSER
DOBLEESE Space&BrandingDOBLEESE Space&Branding
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Valencia with a bar area.
Whitehawk Re-deck
Whitehawk Re-deck
Jacob Schutt ConstructionJacob Schutt Construction
Trex composite decking in Saddle with aluminum cable railings.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back first floor wire cable railing terrace in Omaha with no cover.
Mulberry Modern
Mulberry Modern
Fairview Custom HomesFairview Custom Homes
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Other with a bbq area.
2020 Barrington Trex Deck
2020 Barrington Trex Deck
Daydream Construction, Inc.Daydream Construction, Inc.
Trex Transcend Black Railings with handrail, Trex Pebble Grey Treads, White Stair Risers - Barrington NH
Medium sized contemporary back first floor mixed railing terrace in Boston.
VistaFolia Artificial Living Green Wall - Garden Design
VistaFolia Artificial Living Green Wall - Garden Design
UpScapers - Authorized Vistafolia PartnerUpScapers - Authorized Vistafolia Partner
Vistafolia® was able to provide an inexpensive, realistic solution that would remove all the time and effort from a living green wall. Once up, the panels do not require any ongoing maintenance and certainly no unreliable irrigation systems, and the market-leading 5-year warranty gives our client reassurance and complete peace of mind that it will stay looking its best for a long time to come. Most importantly for the client, the straightforward nature of VistaFolia’s installation process meant that the artificial green wall was able to go up in no time, ensuring no unsightly gaps in the fence. The client achieved a truly authentic finish. The green wall goes hand in hand with the flowers and plants of the garden, without anyone suspecting the wall to be artificial.
FINNELL
FINNELL
Green Grounds Landscape ServicesGreen Grounds Landscape Services
Complete renovation of this 4000 sq foot backyard. Complete demo of the yard. Installation of Belgard pavers, trex decking, landscape lighting, pergola, spa, plants and retaining walls with stucco finish.
Mission Dolores
Mission Dolores
Jeff King & CompanyJeff King & Company
Aubrie Pick Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary roof terrace in San Francisco.
Fort Greene Landmarked Brownstone
Fort Greene Landmarked Brownstone
Ben HerzogBen Herzog
Interior design: Starrett Hoyt Double-sided fireplace: Majestic "Marquis" Pavers: TileTech Porce-pave in gray-stone Planters and benches: custom
Photo of a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York with a fireplace and no cover.
Shell-Ter
Shell-Ter
Studio MMA Architecture + DesignStudio MMA Architecture + Design
Euro-Métalart, Mathieu Picard et Antarès Rénovation
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary roof terrace in Montreal.
ЗАПАДНАЯ ТЕРРАСА
ЗАПАДНАЯ ТЕРРАСА
mariakuzyakovadesignmariakuzyakovadesign
Летняя кухня - это место, которое превращает "рутину" огородной поры в праздник, а сбор урожая и приготовление пищи - в повод для вечеринки. . В полуденный зной навес из окрашенного монолитного поликарбоната защищает от солнечных лучей, а в осеннее время, когда приходит пасмурная пора - теплый медовый оттенок делает освещение уютным и радостным. . Автор: Мария Кузякова
Finborough Road
Finborough Road
Interiors PhotogapherInteriors Photogapher
Emma-Jayne Garnett
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary roof terrace in London with a potted garden and no cover.
Outdoor Kitchen with Pizza Oven and Grill
Outdoor Kitchen with Pizza Oven and Grill
Jeff King & CompanyJeff King & Company
Architect: David Kotzebue / Designer: MODtage Design / Photography: Paul Dyer
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Bay Area Designs
Bay Area Designs
Patrick Lannan DesignsPatrick Lannan Designs
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Kestell deck
Kestell deck
ROYAL Decks and LandscapesROYAL Decks and Landscapes
Miro Simecek
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Toronto with no cover.
North East House
North East House
Demetriades + WalkerDemetriades + Walker
Peter R. Peirce
Medium sized contemporary back terrace in New York with no cover.
duplex parisien
duplex parisien
L'esprit au vertL'esprit au vert
Philippe Delage de Luget
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary roof terrace in Paris.
Willoughby Residence
Willoughby Residence
Davis ArchitectsDavis Architects
Ann - Louise Buck
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Sydney with a pergola.

Medium Sized Contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a contemporary 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 contemporary 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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