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Amersham Entertaining Garden
Amersham Entertaining Garden
Chiltern Garden DesignChiltern Garden Design
Under a fully automated bio-climatic pergola, a dining area and outdoor kitchen have been created on a raised composite deck. The kitchen is fully equipped with SubZero Wolf appliances, outdoor pizza oven, warming drawer, barbecue and sink, with a granite worktop. Heaters and screens help to keep the party going into the evening, as well as lights incorporated into the pergola, whose slats can open and close electronically. A decorative screen creates an enhanced backdrop and ties into the pattern on the 'decorative rug' around the firebowl.
Contemporary Decks
Contemporary Decks
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
Elegant multi-level Ipe Deck features simple lines, built-in benches with an unobstructed view of terraced gardens and pool. (c) Decks by Kiefer ~ New jersey
Colorado Outdoor Living Room
Colorado Outdoor Living Room
Mosaic Outdoor Living & LandscapesMosaic Outdoor Living & Landscapes
A glass wall combined with outdoor heaters, fire place and cover allow for year-round use.
Design ideas for a large rustic back terrace in Denver with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Melba
Melba
Canberra DecksCanberra Decks
This project features a merbau deck, stairs & handrail with stainless steel wire infill. The pergola has been pitched off the external frame of the house using a Colorbond roof. The ceiling has been sheeted in Aquacheck gyprock with LED downlights.
Custom Design - Outdoor Living - The Ridges
Custom Design - Outdoor Living - The Ridges
Blue HeronBlue Heron
Inspiration for a large contemporary back terrace in Las Vegas with a roof extension.
Southern Living Idea House 2006
Southern Living Idea House 2006
INsite Architecture Inc.INsite Architecture Inc.
Southern Living and INsite Architecture
Design ideas for a country back terrace in Austin with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Cable Railings
Cable Railings
Nordic Builders IncNordic Builders Inc
powder coated aluminum railings, stainless steel cables
This is an example of a medium sized modern back terrace in Minneapolis.
Custom Lifted Wooden Deck
Custom Lifted Wooden Deck
All Points Construction Inc.All Points Construction Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Outdoor Dining Area
Outdoor Dining Area
Urbana Design StudioUrbana Design Studio
Outdoor dining and lounging area - redwood trellis and trex deck.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Other with an outdoor kitchen.
Decks by STL D&B
Decks by STL D&B
STL Design and Build, LLCSTL Design and Build, LLC
Photo of a medium sized back terrace in St Louis with no cover.
Outdoor Ceiling Fan
Outdoor Ceiling Fan
DeckTec Outdoor DesignsDeckTec Outdoor Designs
This full outdoor kitchen includes a roof and an outdoor ceiling fan to ensure you are always comfortable in your outdoor living space!
Design ideas for a modern back terrace in Denver with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Tigerwood Hillside Deck, Pasadena
Tigerwood Hillside Deck, Pasadena
YourDeckBuilder.comYourDeckBuilder.com
Photo of a medium sized rustic back terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.
4334 Rusk
4334 Rusk
Christian Chernock PropertiesChristian Chernock Properties
Photo of a contemporary back terrace in Dallas with no cover and fencing.
Decks
Decks
American Deck and PatioAmerican Deck and Patio
Craig Westerman
Large classic back mixed railing terrace in Baltimore.
Composite deck with finished living space under the deck
Composite deck with finished living space under the deck
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Deck, fire pit, gable roof cover
Design ideas for a large rustic back first floor metal railing terrace in Denver with a roof extension.
My Houzz: A Burst of Happy Colors in a Lakeside Missouri Home
My Houzz: A Burst of Happy Colors in a Lakeside Missouri Home
Jessica CainJessica Cain
Photo: Jessica Cain © 2018 Houzz
Medium sized bohemian back terrace in Kansas City with no cover.
Vaction at Home
Vaction at Home
Shannon Allen DesignShannon Allen Design
This is an example of a large traditional back terrace in Minneapolis with an awning.
Plymouth Bathroom Transitional Modern Update
Plymouth Bathroom Transitional Modern Update
MA Peterson Design Build, Inc.MA Peterson Design Build, Inc.
MA Peterson www.mapeterson.com We added a detached, exterior screened porch that connects to an existing, expansive deck wrapped around the back of the home. Textured landscaping and natural grasses provide a serene backdrop to the wooden frame, and iron balusters complete the railings with their contemporary look. Mounted on oversized beams that extend beyond the deck, the vibrant fabric roof color lends a cheerful, welcoming vibe. With the screened walls keeping bugs all at bay, this porch can easily be an all-hours destination for everyone in the family. A ceiling fan attached to the large wooden beams overhead helps stir the air on lazy summer evenings, and also includes a light that invites social entertaining or quiet reading long past dark. We chose cushioned, wicker swivel chairs to complement the full table and dining set, so there really is no excuse to rush out into the day. An extension to the remodeled home, this screened porch is everything the homeowners wanted: an exquisite respite for enjoying all the sights and sounds of great back yard living. Photo Credit: Todd Mulvihill Photography
Farm Field Pacific Rim
Farm Field Pacific Rim
Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape ArchitectureJeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture
Inspiration for a large contemporary back terrace in San Luis Obispo.
Beautiful Horse Farm in Central Oregon
Beautiful Horse Farm in Central Oregon
The Hidden TouchThe Hidden Touch
Outdoor entertainment area with pergola and string lights
Inspiration for a large rural back terrace in Other with a pergola and feature lighting.

Red Back 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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