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Medium Sized Modern Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Reutimann
Reutimann
Undercover Systems, LLCUndercover Systems, LLC
A composite second story deck built by Masterdecks with an under deck ceiling installed by Undercover Systems. This deck is topped off with cable railing with hard wood top cap. Cable railing really allows you to save the view and with this house bing right on the water it is a great option.
Deck Design-Build | Custom AZEK Deck
Deck Design-Build | Custom AZEK Deck
Angel Contracting, Inc.Angel Contracting, Inc.
Check out this beautiful deck featuring @timbertech railings with black square balusters and @azek landmark collection color castle gate and the classic white pvc for riser fascia and skirting
SC14 Einfamilienhaus im Kreis Göppingen
SC14 Einfamilienhaus im Kreis Göppingen
Schiller Architektur BDASchiller Architektur BDA
Ralf Just Fotografie, Weilheim
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back terrace in Stuttgart with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Ho Project
Ho Project
MasterDecks, LLCMasterDecks, LLC
hardwood deck made of ipe. The railing is stainless steel cable with aluminum posts. The posts are powder coated and the deck is situated on the back of this property with a view out over the valley. It has beautiful landscaping and has a louvered roof that can open and close.
High Performance Healthy Home
High Performance Healthy Home
Lighthouse Studios Residential DesignLighthouse Studios Residential Design
Design ideas for a medium sized modern terrace in Calgary.
Modern Irvine
Modern Irvine
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
A built-in ipe dining table is in the foreground with the built-in seating, citrus in pots, and lush planting surrounding the prefabricated fire pit by Restoration Hardware. The deck is made from ipe, also know as ironwood for its strength. Studio H Landscape Architecture
Manhattan Penthouse Garden
Manhattan Penthouse Garden
Dragonetti Brothers LandscapesDragonetti Brothers Landscapes
This is an example of a medium sized modern roof terrace in New York with a potted garden and no cover.
Malibu New construction
Malibu New construction
LA-Decks Backyard and Pool RemodelingLA-Decks Backyard and Pool Remodeling
Photo of a medium sized modern back terrace in Los Angeles with a potted garden and no cover.
Cedar decks by Hickory Dickory Decks.
Cedar decks by Hickory Dickory Decks.
Hickory Dickory DecksHickory Dickory Decks
Tom Jacques and Drew Cunningham
This is an example of a medium sized modern back terrace in Toronto.
Stone Veneer Haven
Stone Veneer Haven
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
This is an example of a medium sized modern roof terrace in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen and an awning.
Petite terrasse avec piscine
Petite terrasse avec piscine
SlowgardenSlowgarden
Photo of a medium sized modern back terrace in Other with a living wall.
Tree House - Austin, TX
Tree House - Austin, TX
Matt Fajkus ArchitectureMatt Fajkus Architecture
Balanced shade, dappled sunlight, and tree canopy views are the basis of the 518 Sacramento Drive house design. The entry is on center with the lot’s primary Live Oak tree, and each interior space has a unique relationship to this central element. Composed of crisply-detailed, considered materials, surfaces and finishes, the home is a balance of sophistication and restraint. The two-story massing is designed to allow for a bold yet humble street presence, while each single-story wing extends through the site, forming intimate outdoor and indoor spaces. Photo: Twist Tours
Residencial
Residencial
JWBuilt, Inc.JWBuilt, Inc.
Medium sized modern roof terrace in New York.
Upper East Side Semi-Formal
Upper East Side Semi-Formal
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
Photo of a medium sized modern back ground level mixed railing terrace in New York with a water feature and a pergola.
Cliffside Farmhouse
Cliffside Farmhouse
Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.
Medium sized modern back first floor metal railing terrace in Austin with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
10' x 14' TimberTech Composite Deck - Coconut Husk
10' x 14' TimberTech Composite Deck - Coconut Husk
Mjolnir ConstructionMjolnir Construction
This gorgeous 10' x 14' deck was framed with brown pressure treated wood situated on helical piles. Composite decking and stair treads are from the TimberTech EDGE® Prime+ Collection® in the colour Coconut Husk. The aluminum railing is supplied by Imperial Kool-Ray, and part of the 5000 series with 3/4" x 3/4" spindles in the colour Commercial Brown. The project took four days to complete with the framing and final inspections completed by the City of Ottawa.
Price Road, Arlington WA.
Price Road, Arlington WA.
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Entry deck overlooking the forest.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back terrace in Seattle with a pergola.
Chicago Rooftop
Chicago Rooftop
TimberTechTimberTech
Brett Bulthuis AZEK Vintage Collection® English Walnut deck. Chicago, Illinois
This is an example of a medium sized modern roof terrace in Chicago with a fire feature and an awning.
Wrap Around View Deck
Wrap Around View Deck
Barber BuildersBarber Builders
A simple wrap around deck added the indoor/outdoor feel to the space. A great place to watch the sunset.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern side terrace in Santa Barbara with a fire feature and no cover.
Project Outdoor Sauna + Outdoor Shower
Project Outdoor Sauna + Outdoor Shower
Alpha Wellness SensationsAlpha Wellness Sensations
Alpha Wellness Sensations is the world's leading manufacturer of custom saunas, luxury infrared cabins, professional steam rooms, immersive salt caves, built-in ice chambers and experience showers for residential and commercial clients. Our company is the dominating custom wellness provider in Europe for more than 35 years. All of our products are fabricated in Europe, 100% hand-crafted and fully compliant with EU’s rigorous product safety standards. We use only certified wood suppliers and have our own research & engineering facility where we developed our proprietary heating mediums. We keep our wood organically clean and never use in production any glues, polishers, pesticides, sealers or preservatives.

Medium Sized 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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