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Midcentury Terrace with a Fireplace Ideas and Designs

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M Gooden DesignM Gooden Design
Photo: Roy Aguilar
Design ideas for a large retro back terrace in Dallas with a fireplace and no cover.
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
Kathy Kuo Designs IncKathy Kuo Designs Inc
A cozy and luxury outdoor fireplace area.
Design ideas for a large retro back ground level terrace in San Francisco with a fireplace.
Winburn Residence
Winburn Residence
Carlos Delgado ArchitectCarlos Delgado Architect
Design ideas for a large midcentury ground level terrace in Other with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Descanso
Descanso
Ober-ScapesOber-Scapes
Gas Fireplace, Ipe Deck, Redwood Pergola, Outdoor Furniture, Low Volt Lighting, Low Water Use Plants
Retro back terrace in Santa Barbara with a fireplace and a pergola.
Modern Home - Maple Ridge
Modern Home - Maple Ridge
Old Town Design GroupOld Town Design Group
Photo of a large retro back terrace in Indianapolis with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Carlsbad CA Mid-century modern home staging
Carlsbad CA Mid-century modern home staging
HomeScapes Home Staging San DiegoHomeScapes Home Staging San Diego
Mid-century modern outdoor patio with views to the ocean!
This is an example of a large retro roof terrace in San Diego with a fireplace.
Jonah and Lila
Jonah and Lila
AHG InteriorsAHG Interiors
Design ideas for a midcentury back ground level mixed railing terrace in New York with a fireplace.
Alamo ADU
Alamo ADU
NanaWallNanaWall
Design ideas for a midcentury back ground level terrace in San Francisco with a fireplace and a pergola.
Jonah and Lila
Jonah and Lila
AHG InteriorsAHG Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized retro back ground level wood railing terrace in New York with a fireplace.
House // TW
House // TW
M Gooden DesignM Gooden Design
Photo: Roy Aguilar
This is an example of a large midcentury back terrace in Dallas with a fireplace and no cover.
House // TW
House // TW
M Gooden DesignM Gooden Design
Photo: Roy Aguilar
Inspiration for a large retro side terrace in Dallas with a fireplace and no cover.
House // TW
House // TW
M Gooden DesignM Gooden Design
Photo: Roy Aguilar
Large retro back terrace in Dallas with a fireplace and no cover.
House // TW
House // TW
M Gooden DesignM Gooden Design
Photo: Roy Aguilar
Inspiration for a large retro back terrace in Dallas with a fireplace and no cover.
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
Kathy Kuo Designs IncKathy Kuo Designs Inc
A cozy outdoor seating area with a luxe fire table.
This is an example of a large retro back ground level terrace in San Francisco with a fireplace.
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
Kathy Kuo Designs IncKathy Kuo Designs Inc
A cozy and luxury outdoor fireplace area.
This is an example of a large retro back ground level terrace in San Francisco with a fireplace.
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
Kathy Kuo Designs IncKathy Kuo Designs Inc
A chic, multi-level deck, featuring lanterns, lounge chairs, and planters.
This is an example of a large retro back ground level terrace in San Francisco with a fireplace.
Modern Home - Maple Ridge
Modern Home - Maple Ridge
Old Town Design GroupOld Town Design Group
Inspiration for a large retro back terrace in Indianapolis with a fireplace and a roof extension.
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
Kathy Kuo Designs IncKathy Kuo Designs Inc
A cozy and luxury outdoor fireplace area.
This is an example of a large retro back ground level terrace in San Francisco with a fireplace.
Modern Home - Maple Ridge
Modern Home - Maple Ridge
Old Town Design GroupOld Town Design Group
This is an example of a large retro back terrace in Indianapolis with a fireplace and a roof extension.

Midcentury Terrace with a Fireplace 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 midcentury 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 midcentury design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a midcentury 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 midcentury 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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