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Rooftop Retreat
Rooftop Retreat
Landscape Design West, LLCLandscape Design West, LLC
Floating concrete deck and steps create a rooftop garden where initially there was only a parapet roof. This deck holds over 100 people at a time.
This is an example of a small retro roof rooftop metal railing terrace in Phoenix with a potted garden and no cover.
Pfeiffer Residence
Pfeiffer Residence
Ocelli DesignOcelli Design
Rivers Altieri
This is an example of an expansive retro terrace in Los Angeles.
Pool Deck - Southeast View
Pool Deck - Southeast View
Krueger ArchitectsKrueger Architects
Unlimited Style Photography
This is an example of a large midcentury back terrace in Los Angeles.
Bruce Carey Makeover Project
Bruce Carey Makeover Project
Stanley PhotoStanley Photo
Photo by Travis Stanley
Design ideas for a large retro terrace in Portland.
Dewey Beach Midcentury Remodel
Dewey Beach Midcentury Remodel
ROBERTS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLCROBERTS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLC
Expansive midcentury back terrace in Other.
West Kildare Five
West Kildare Five
Van Hardimon HomesVan Hardimon Homes
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury back ground level wood railing terrace in Atlanta with a roof extension.
Dwell Magazine Article
Dwell Magazine Article
Parco StudioParco Studio
Medium sized retro back ground level metal railing terrace in San Francisco with a water feature and a roof extension.
Rooftop Place de la Nation Paris
Rooftop Place de la Nation Paris
Paris TerrasseParis Terrasse
Design ideas for a large retro roof terrace in Paris with a living wall and a pergola.
Composite Decking
Composite Decking
ScotRuss BuildersScotRuss Builders
Inspiration for a large midcentury terrace in Other.
Seattle - Cypress Way Flip
Seattle - Cypress Way Flip
Chris R. AustinChris R. Austin
Photo of a medium sized midcentury back terrace in Seattle.
Mid-Century Deck Rebuild & Stain
Mid-Century Deck Rebuild & Stain
Delano DesignsDelano Designs
Rebuild & stain of a rotting deck
Photo of a small midcentury back ground level wire cable railing terrace in Atlanta with no cover.
Richmond Beach Addition
Richmond Beach Addition
TransArc DesignTransArc Design
This is an example of a large retro back terrace in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen and an awning.
Waukesha Cable Railing
Waukesha Cable Railing
Quigley DecksQuigley Decks
This was project where the homeowner had very poor views of their pool and patio area, and the beautiful surrounding countryside. Not anymore since the cable railing was installed on the deck
Composite Decking
Composite Decking
ScotRuss BuildersScotRuss Builders
Photo of a large retro terrace in Other.
Mid-Century Modern
Mid-Century Modern
Hey Nice GardenHey Nice Garden
Large retro back terrace in San Francisco.
Lake House
Lake House
Shantam InteriorsShantam Interiors
Jens Gaethje
Design ideas for an expansive midcentury terrace in Edmonton with a fire feature.
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.
八ヶ岳が一望の週末住宅｜蓼科高原の家
八ヶ岳が一望の週末住宅｜蓼科高原の家
中庭のある家｜水谷嘉信建築設計事務所中庭のある家｜水谷嘉信建築設計事務所
大開口を通して、八ケ岳のすがすがしい空気が住居全体にゆきわたります。内と外との境界がなくなり空気感や気配が感じられます。
Design ideas for a medium sized retro courtyard ground level metal railing terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Dewey Beach Midcentury Remodel
Dewey Beach Midcentury Remodel
ROBERTS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLCROBERTS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLC
Photo of an expansive midcentury back terrace in Other.
Pool house
Pool house
All About Construction, Inc.All About Construction, Inc.
Feeney Design Rail with Custom bent mahogany cap
Photo of a retro back terrace in New York with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.

Premium Midcentury 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 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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