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Budget Medium Sized Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Hallandale Beach
Hallandale Beach
Crown Deck and FenceCrown Deck and Fence
cable railing and deck
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back terrace in Miami with a dock and a pergola.
Decks
Decks
Structurally SpeakingStructurally Speaking
Photo of a medium sized traditional back terrace in Raleigh with no cover.
Éclectique Terrasse En Bois
Éclectique Terrasse En Bois
Inspiration for a medium sized bohemian back terrace in Paris with no cover and a potted garden.
Decking Burnside
Decking Burnside
Sc Harris buildersSc Harris builders
Pine Deck bench seat , herringbone pattern
Photo of a medium sized traditional back first floor wood railing terrace in Christchurch with no cover.
Deck refinish
Deck refinish
Purple PaintersPurple Painters
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional terrace in Nashville.
Small deck and decorative pergola; customer request for lattice.
Small deck and decorative pergola; customer request for lattice.
360King's Contracting360King's Contracting
Small deck with pergola. Customer requested lattice covering bottom of deck.
Medium sized back terrace in Cincinnati with a pergola.
Sussex Drive Outdoor Lighting Collection
Sussex Drive Outdoor Lighting Collection
ARTCRAFT LightingARTCRAFT Lighting
The "Sussex Drive" collection features a thick water glass encased by a linear cast aluminum frame, which is illuminated by a bright LED source. The LED is located in the roof of the fixture (LED is 3000K with CRI 80). Shown in black and also available in oil rubbed bronze. (Warranty on Exteriors lighting is 5 years on premature paint defects and 25 years against corrosion and we use corrosion resistant copper screws).
Deck addition Durham, NC
Deck addition Durham, NC
Archadeck of Raleigh-DurhamArchadeck of Raleigh-Durham
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back terrace in Raleigh with no cover.
Maison de vacances
Maison de vacances
Roberta Becherucci - Cuisines et DécorationRoberta Becherucci - Cuisines et Décoration
Julien Dominguez
This is an example of a medium sized nautical back terrace in Paris with an awning.
Simple Sophistication
Simple Sophistication
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Design ideas for a medium sized retro side ground level wire cable railing terrace in Minneapolis with a roof extension.
Backyard deck in Kansas City
Backyard deck in Kansas City
Mantooth RenovationMantooth Renovation
Custom-built deck by Mantooth Renovation
Photo of a medium sized back terrace in Kansas City with no cover.
Backyard Deck
Backyard Deck
cblandfordcblandford
Progress Photo - Before stain and railing Bamboo wall privacy wall
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired back terrace in Minneapolis with no cover.
Meyer House
Meyer House
Affordable Contracting ServicesAffordable Contracting Services
Jesse Clark
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back terrace in Other with no cover.
Необычная веранда (и терраса) к Необычному Дому (проект "Фазенда-лайф")
Необычная веранда (и терраса) к Необычному Дому (проект "Фазенда-лайф")
Марк Чупров / CHM architectМарк Чупров / CHM architect
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic courtyard first floor wood railing terrace in Moscow with a pergola.
Iron Woods(R) Ipe Deck with Stainless Steel cable railings
Iron Woods(R) Ipe Deck with Stainless Steel cable railings
Coastal Forest Products IncCoastal Forest Products Inc
Finished view of Ipe deck with teak table and chairs. Homeowner added approx. 700 sq. ft of outdoor living space that will last decades with very little maintenace.
Camp Deck and Fence
Camp Deck and Fence
Bella Lan Renovations Inc.Bella Lan Renovations Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back terrace in Other.
Rooftop Residence
Rooftop Residence
Lightscape, Inc.Lightscape, Inc.
Rooftop deck for private residence. Great entertaining space with a grill, fireplace and the lights of Chicago all around.
Photo of a medium sized modern roof terrace in Chicago with a fire feature and a pergola.
Oxford Deck
Oxford Deck
Allegiance Construction & Development, LLCAllegiance Construction & Development, LLC
Emerson J. Clauss IV
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Boston.
Large Open Louvered Deck
Large Open Louvered Deck
FlexfenceFlexfence
This is an example of a medium sized classic back terrace in Other.
East Hollywood Craftsman bungalow remodel
East Hollywood Craftsman bungalow remodel
ArtCraft Homes LLCArtCraft Homes LLC
A newly restored and updated 1912 Craftsman bungalow in the East Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles by ArtCraft Homes. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in 1,540sf. French doors open to a full-width deck and concrete patio overlooking a park-like backyard of mature fruit trees and herb garden. Remodel by Tim Braseth of ArtCraft Homes, Los Angeles. Staging by ArtCraft Collection. Photos by Larry Underhill.

Budget Medium Sized 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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