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Modern Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Modern Terrace
Modern Terrace
Inspiration for a modern terrace in London.
Custom Pergola
Custom Pergola
Nomad Remodeling & OutdoorsNomad Remodeling & Outdoors
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back ground level metal railing terrace in Dallas with a pergola.
Williamstown Addition & Whole-House Remodel
Williamstown Addition & Whole-House Remodel
Jack Miller ContractorsJack Miller Contractors
Wit McKay
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back terrace in Boston with no cover.
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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.
TimberTech
TimberTech
TimberTechTimberTech
Photo of a modern terrace in Chicago.
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.
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Photo: Caroline Allison
Inspiration for a modern terrace in Nashville.
The Lakehouse Retreat
The Lakehouse Retreat
Bright Ideas by MartinecBright Ideas by Martinec
This is a lake house deck addition our firm completed in the Finger Lakes Region of Upstate New York. Photos by Nick Marx, www.nickmarx.com
This is an example of a modern terrace in New York with a roof extension.
Conroe Lake House
Conroe Lake House
Kennedy ArchitectureKennedy Architecture
Inspiration for a large modern back ground level mixed railing terrace in Houston with a fire feature and a roof extension.
De Grey Ln
De Grey Ln
Colby Walding / Pool DesignColby Walding / Pool Design
Design ideas for a modern terrace in Dallas.
Kahua
Kahua
Seed Studio Landscape DesignSeed Studio Landscape Design
Design ideas for a small modern back terrace in San Francisco with a fire feature.
Accoya Color decking
Accoya Color decking
Accoya WoodAccoya Wood
Inspiration for a modern terrace in Dallas.
Haus M am See
Haus M am See
Jacob&Spreng Architekten GmbHJacob&Spreng Architekten GmbH
Design ideas for a modern terrace in Munich.
Montalivet - Terrasse bois
Montalivet - Terrasse bois
CréaTerrasseCréaTerrasse
Medium sized modern wood railing terrace in Bordeaux.
Roof terrace
Roof terrace
SKOLNICK Architecture & Design PartnershipSKOLNICK Architecture & Design Partnership
Modern terrace in New York.
Irvington Deck + Patio
Irvington Deck + Patio
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
We converted an underused back yard into a modern outdoor living space. A cedar soaking tub exists for year-round use, and a fire pit, outdoor shower, and dining area with fountain complete the functions. A bright tiled planter anchors an otherwise neutral space. The decking is ipe hardwood, the fence is stained cedar, and cast concrete with gravel adds texture at the fire pit. Photos copyright Laurie Black Photography.
Rooftop Spa Deck with shower and sauna off primary bedroom
Rooftop Spa Deck with shower and sauna off primary bedroom
Sloan Polish DesignSloan Polish Design
modern, zen retreat off the primary bedroom
This is an example of a medium sized modern roof first floor metal railing terrace in Raleigh with an outdoor shower and a pergola.
Whidbey Island Farmhouse
Whidbey Island Farmhouse
Dovetail General ContractorsDovetail General Contractors
View into the living room and kitchen.
Design ideas for a modern terrace in Seattle with a roof extension.
19th Street
19th Street
Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney ArchitectsEhrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects
Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects; Photo Credit: Matthew Millman
Photo of a modern terrace in Los Angeles.

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.
Daytime
Daytime
Water & Earth Landscape DesignWater & Earth Landscape Design
As with many completed outdoor living area, it doesnt really matter how great the design looks if the materials aren't exceptional. In the interest of getting some pop out of the composite decking we decided to use 4 different colors of the same collection from Timber Tech's Legacy line. Here you see the three browns we used as well as the grey.
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