Wire Cable Railing, Mixed Railing Terrace Ideas and Designs

Upgraded second story deck in Littleton, Colorado

Second story upgraded Timbertech Pro Reserve composite deck in Antique Leather color with picture frame boarder in Dark Roast. Timbertech Evolutions railing in black was used with upgraded 7.5" cocktail rail in Azek English Walnut. Also featured is the "pub table" below the deck to set drinks on while playing yard games or gathering around and admiring the views. This couple wanted a deck where they could entertain, dine, relax, and enjoy the beautiful Colorado weather, and that is what Archadeck of Denver designed and built for them!

Denver Outdoor Living

Colorado Native General Contracting

Enclosed hot tub with outdoor shower. Built with Trex Decking.
Photo of a medium sized traditional back ground level wire cable railing terrace in Denver with a roof extension.

Energy Efficient Modern Coastal Home

Newport Renewables

Photo of a medium sized modern back first floor mixed railing terrace in Providence with no cover.

Hip roof covers

Epoch Construction LLC

Photo of a large rustic back ground level mixed railing terrace in Other with a roof extension.

KTM Architect - Mid-Century Modern Deck in Hastings-on Hudson

Feeney Inc.

This mid-century home's clean lines and architectural angles are accentuated by the sleek, industrial CableRail system by Feeney. The elegant components of the Feeney rail systems pairs well with the Azek Cypress Decking and allows for maximum viewing of the lush gardens that surround this home.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Collaborative Interior Design

The master bedroom looks out over the outdoor living room. The deck was designed to be approximately 2 feet lower than the floor level of the main house so you are able to look over the outdoor furniture without it blocking your view.

Raised Custom Deck with Hidden Storage

Orange County Deck Co.

Inspiration for a large traditional back first floor mixed railing terrace in New York with no cover.

Mid-Century Modern Condo in Historic Capitol Hill

Finesse Design Remodeling

A two-bed, two-bath condo located in the Historic Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC was reimagined with the clean lined sensibilities and celebration of beautiful materials found in Mid-Century Modern designs. A soothing gray-green color palette sets the backdrop for cherry cabinetry and white oak floors. Specialty lighting, handmade tile, and a slate clad corner fireplace further elevate the space. A new Trex deck with cable railing system connects the home to the outdoors.

Pergola and Stamped Concrete Patio in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Hyland Homes

Large beach style back ground level mixed railing terrace in Chicago with a fire feature and a pergola.

Kirkland Outdoor Kitchen

H2D Architecture + Design

Outdoor living space with fireplace. Design by: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com Built by: Crescent Builds Photos by: Julie Mannell Photography

Beach Style Deck

Nautical ground level mixed railing terrace in San Francisco with no cover.

Marin County Mediterranean Landscape

DIY Edible Gardens

Contemporary wire cable railing terrace in San Francisco with a pergola.

Asheville Residence

Young & Young Interiors

Design ideas for a contemporary wire cable railing terrace in Detroit with a fire feature.

Hilltop Backyard Retreat - Sue Oda Landscape Design

ilumus, llc.

Multi-tiered outdoor deck with hot tub feature give the owners numerous options for utilizing their backyard space.
Inspiration for a large classic back mixed railing terrace in San Francisco with a potted garden and a pergola.

Deck Design-Build | Custom AZEK Deck

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

Oh What A Ceiling!

Green Sheep Collective

‘Oh What A Ceiling!’ ingeniously transformed a tired mid-century brick veneer house into a suburban oasis for a multigenerational family. Our clients, Gabby and Peter, came to us with a desire to reimagine their ageing home such that it could better cater to their modern lifestyles, accommodate those of their adult children and grandchildren, and provide a more intimate and meaningful connection with their garden. The renovation would reinvigorate their home and allow them to re-engage with their passions for cooking and sewing, and explore their skills in the garden and workshop.

Multi-Level Radius Deck With Pergola

Advanced Deck Builders of Madison

Elegant and modern multi-level deck designed for a secluded home in Madison, WI. Perfect for family functions or relaxing with friends, this deck captures everything that an outdoor living space should have. Advanced Deck Builders of Madison - the top rated decking company for the Madison, Wisconsin & surrounding areas.

Baywood Trex Deck

L & L Home Restoration, LLC

The Trex Deck was a new build from the footers up. Complete with pressure treated framing, Trex decking, Trex Railings, Trex Fencing and Trex Lattice. And no deck project is complete without lighting: lighted stairs and post caps.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Collaborative Interior Design

The outdoor living room was designed to provide lots of seating. The insect screens retract, opening the space to the sun deck in the centre of the outdoor area. Beautiful furniture add style and comfort to the space for year round enjoyment. The shutters add privacy and a sculptural element to the space.

Nicholls

Canberra Decks

This is an example of a large contemporary back wire cable railing terrace in Canberra - Queanbeyan with a pergola.

Wire Cable Railing, Mixed Railing 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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