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Tracy Project
Tracy Project
Timberline Patio CoversTimberline Patio Covers
This project is a huge gable style patio cover with covered deck and aluminum railing with glass and cable on the stairs. The Patio cover is equipped with electric heaters, tv, ceiling fan, skylights, fire table, patio furniture, and sound system. The decking is a composite material from Timbertech and had hidden fasteners.
Bucktown Rooftop Living
Bucktown Rooftop Living
PITCH ConceptsPITCH Concepts
An intimate park-like setting with low-maintenance materials replaced an aging wooden rooftop deck at this Bucktown home. Three distinct spaces create a full outdoor experience, starting with a landscaped dining area surrounded by large trees and greenery. The illusion is that of a secret garden rather than an urban rooftop deck. A sprawling green area is the perfect spot to soak in the summer sun or play an outdoor game. In the front is the main entertainment area, fully outfitted with a louvered roof, fire table, and built-in seating. The space maintains the atmosphere of a garden with shrubbery and flowers. It’s the ideal place to host friends and family with a custom kitchen that is complete with a Big Green Egg and an outdoor television.
IQ Paihia - 3-4 Bed eco contianer home
IQ Paihia - 3-4 Bed eco contianer home
IQ Container Homes LtdIQ Container Homes Ltd
Hayden Spurdle and Lisa Clist
Photo of a modern terrace in Auckland.
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Griffith Extension and Remodel
Griffith Extension and Remodel
Build ProfessionalBuild Professional
Extension and remodel in Griffith, Canberra
This is an example of a large modern back terrace in Canberra - Queanbeyan with a potted garden and no cover.
Baltimore Fiberon deck
Baltimore Fiberon deck
Fine Decks Inc.Fine Decks Inc.
This is an example of a large modern back terrace in Baltimore with no cover.
Viewrail
Viewrail
ViewrailViewrail
Photo of a modern terrace in Other.
TimberTech
TimberTech
TimberTechTimberTech
Modern terrace in Chicago.
BH Deck Extension and Siding Replacement
BH Deck Extension and Siding Replacement
Joist Construction LLCJoist Construction LLC
Turning a small deck into a bigger and beautiful one: New decking boards, railings and a fence for privacy. Siding replaced with new vinyl sidings.
Medium sized modern back private and first floor wire cable railing terrace in DC Metro with no cover.
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
After Remodel - Exterior - Modern with Million Dollar Views
After Remodel - Exterior - Modern with Million Dollar Views
Interiors By BethanyInteriors By Bethany
New deck railing and a new color around the windows gives this gorgeous house a whole new fresh look, along with an addition to the deck with a fabulous seating area to kick back and take in those million dollar views.
Roswell Outdoor Living Space
Roswell Outdoor Living Space
Iroko Properties LLCIroko Properties LLC
Convert the existing deck to a new indoor / outdoor space with retractable EZ Breeze windows for full enclosure, cable railing system for minimal view obstruction and space saving spiral staircase, fireplace for ambiance and cooler nights with LVP floor for worry and bug free entertainment
Haus M am See
Haus M am See
Jacob&Spreng Architekten GmbHJacob&Spreng Architekten GmbH
Design ideas for a modern terrace in Munich.
VILLAS BY THE SEA
VILLAS BY THE SEA
PAT.PAT.
Facing the sea in Costa Smeralda, this private SPA is part of the huge project of reunification of 5 distinct properties into a single integrated work, designed for the use of a large extended family and their guests. The inner patio is an area of total privacy hidden from outside view. It welcomes 4 emotional showers with different jets, hot and cold water tubs, a Kneipp path, and behind a screen in iroko planks there is the massage bed with Vichy shower.
Screen Under Deck with Phantom Sliding
Screen Under Deck with Phantom Sliding
Deck & Drive SolutionsDeck & Drive Solutions
New Composite Timbertech Deck with Westbury Glass Railing, Below is with Trex Rain Escape and Azek Beadboard Ceiling, Phantom Sliding Screen Door, ScreenEze Screens
Montalivet - Terrasse bois
Montalivet - Terrasse bois
CréaTerrasseCréaTerrasse
Medium sized modern wood railing terrace in Bordeaux.
Mountain Modern Lake House
Mountain Modern Lake House
Judd BuildersJudd Builders
This is an example of a small modern back ground level wire cable railing terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Lake Modern - West
Lake Modern - West
Glas AssociatesGlas Associates
Beautiful craftsmanship on this modern stairway that walks down from the deck Photo by Ashley Avila Photography
Photo of a modern back metal railing terrace in Grand Rapids.
Surélévation Paris 15
Surélévation Paris 15
SQUARE RENOVATIONSQUARE RENOVATION
Design ideas for a large modern roof terrace in Paris with a potted garden and a roof extension.
Contemporary Custom Brick Home - Rossmoyne
Contemporary Custom Brick Home - Rossmoyne
Westmade HomesWestmade Homes
Modern terrace in Perth.

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.
2014 Hukanui Road Show Home (now closed)
2014 Hukanui Road Show Home (now closed)
David Reid Homes (Waikato) LtdDavid Reid Homes (Waikato) Ltd
This sunken deck was designed with entertaining in mind. Uplit, surround sound, outdoor TV, gas fire and all set on a gully backdrop
Large modern back terrace in Hamilton with a fireplace and a roof extension.
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