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Medium Sized Contemporary Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Wood and Glass
Wood and Glass
Stonehenge Design BuildStonehenge Design Build
Stonehenge Design Build
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Toronto with no cover.
Ipe decks
Ipe decks
Danny Deck Construction, Inc.Danny Deck Construction, Inc.
Danny Deck
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.
Clyde Hill Remodel
Clyde Hill Remodel
grouparchitectgrouparchitect
Architect: Grouparchitect Contractor: Lochwood Lozier Custom Construction Photography: Michael Walmsley
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Seattle with a roof extension.
The Triangle Deck
The Triangle Deck
Paul Lafrance DesignPaul Lafrance Design
Designed by Paul Lafrance and built on HGTV's "Decked Out" episode, "The Triangle Deck".
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Toronto with a living wall and no cover.
A Lakeview Roof Deck Lounge
A Lakeview Roof Deck Lounge
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
This Chicago roof deck is an entertainers dream. Complete with outdoor bar, TV, concrete fire pit and wicker furniture the space is ready for an evening in the city.
Backyard Covered Kitchen
Backyard Covered Kitchen
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Photo by Tina Witherspoon.
Medium sized contemporary back ground level terrace in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Barcode House
Barcode House
Webber + Studio, ArchitectsWebber + Studio, Architects
Ryann Ford Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Austin with a roof extension.
The Picture Frame House
The Picture Frame House
DSDG ArchitectsDSDG Architects
The concept began with creating an international style modern residence taking full advantage of the 360 degree views of Sarasota downtown, the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota Bay and New Pass. A court yard is surrounded by the home which integrates outdoor and indoor living. This 6,400 square foot residence is designed around a central courtyard which connects the garage and guest house in the front, to the main house in the rear via fire bowl and lap pool lined walkway on the first level and bridge on the second level. The architecture is ridged yet fluid with the use of teak stained cypress and shade sails that create fluidity and movement in the architecture. The courtyard becomes a private day and night-time oasis with fire, water and cantilevered stair case leading to the front door which seconds as bleacher style seating for watching swimmers in the 60 foot long wet edge lap pool. A royal palm tree orchard frame the courtyard for a true tropical experience. The façade of the residence is made up of a series of picture frames that frame the architecture and the floor to ceiling glass throughout. The rear covered balcony takes advantage of maximizing the views with glass railings and free spanned structure. The bow of the balcony juts out like a ship breaking free from the rear frame to become the second level scenic overlook. This overlook is rivaled by the full roof top terrace that is made up of wood decking and grass putting green which has a 360 degree panorama of the surroundings. The floor plan is a reverse style plan with the secondary bedrooms and rooms on the first floor and the great room, kitchen and master bedroom on the second floor to maximize the views in the most used rooms of the house. The residence accomplishes the goals in which were set forth by creating modern design in scale, warmth, form and function.
Fire Island Fresh
Fire Island Fresh
Annette Jaffe InteriorsAnnette Jaffe Interiors
AJI worked with a family of five to design their dream beach home filled with personality and charm. We chose a soft, peaceful neutral palette to create a bright, airy appeal. The open-concept kitchen and living area offer plenty of space for entertaining. In the kitchen, we selected beautiful sand-colored cabinets in the kitchen to recreate a beachy vibe. The client's treasured artworks were incorporated into the decor, creating stunning focal points throughout the home. The gorgeous roof deck offers beautiful views from the bay to the beach. We added comfortable furniture, a bar, and barbecue areas, ensuring this is the favorite hangout spot for family and friends. --- Project designed by Long Island interior design studio Annette Jaffe Interiors. They serve Long Island including the Hamptons, as well as NYC, the tri-state area, and Boca Raton, FL. For more about Annette Jaffe Interiors, click here: https://annettejaffeinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.annettejaffeinteriors.com/residential-portfolio/long-island-family-beach-house/
Greensboro TimberTech AZEK Deck with Custom Railing
Greensboro TimberTech AZEK Deck with Custom Railing
Archadeck Piedmont TriadArchadeck Piedmont Triad
This Greensboro deck design features high-quality TimberTech AZEK composite decking, installed horizontally with a parting board for both a beautiful aesthetic and stronger structure. This deck also features a custom hybrid railing design, built with pressure-treated wood framing, aluminum pickets, and a matching TimberTech AZEK composite top rail. It also features pressure-treated wood lattice deck skirting.
Completed Projects
Completed Projects
DeJesus IndustriesDeJesus Industries
This 5,500 square foot estate in Dover, Massachusetts received an ultra luxurious mahogany boarded, wire railed, pergola and deck built exclusively by DEJESUS.
Upper Saucon Township
Upper Saucon Township
Chestnut Hill Landscape ContractorsChestnut Hill Landscape Contractors
Medium sized contemporary back terrace in Philadelphia with no cover.
Thorburn
Thorburn
Origins DesignOrigins Design
Medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with a potted garden and no cover.
South Philly Roof Deck Kitchen
South Philly Roof Deck Kitchen
Airy KitchensAiry Kitchens
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary roof terrace in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen and an awning.
Aménagement terrasse Nice
Aménagement terrasse Nice
Floralia jardinsFloralia jardins
Floralia jardins
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary roof terrace in Nice with a potted garden and no cover.
Completed Projects
Completed Projects
NXT AVNXT AV
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Orange County with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Newning House
Newning House
Tom Hurt ArchitectureTom Hurt Architecture
Wood decking and concrete benches make create an outdoor living space.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary side terrace in Austin.
Haus M
Haus M
architektmaierarchitektmaier

Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Stuttgart with a pergola.
Kathleen & Sam's Deck
Kathleen & Sam's Deck
Paul Lafrance DesignPaul Lafrance Design
This client's rotted old deck needed a fresh new look and a serious safety upgrade. We created a multi-level haven with cooking and lounging areas, accented with cool contemporary metal privacy screens! Designed and built by Paul Lafrance Design.
Trex Curved deck Richboro
Trex Curved deck Richboro
Miles Deck ConstructionMiles Deck Construction
Curved front Trex deck. Trex Transcends Spiced Rum decking with Trex Transcends Vintage Lantern double picture frame border. Trex Transcends railing in Vintage Lantern with black aluminum balusters. Trex LED Decklites.

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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