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Rustic Terrace Ideas and Designs

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winter park mountain home
winter park mountain home
jennifer rhode designjennifer rhode design
Large rustic courtyard first floor metal railing terrace in Denver with a roof extension and a bbq area.
Multi-Level Deck in Leander, TX
Multi-Level Deck in Leander, TX
Archadeck of AustinArchadeck of Austin
Horizontal cedar deck skirting brings the space together from the ground to the roof. We included an access door for storage under the deck.
Inspiration for a large rustic back first floor metal railing terrace in Austin with a roof extension.
Composite Decks
Composite Decks
Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.
JS Photo FX
Photo of a rustic terrace in Atlanta with a fireplace and no cover.
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Composite deck with finished living space under the deck
Composite deck with finished living space under the deck
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Custom Gable roof cover, deck and fire pit
Photo of a medium sized rustic back first floor metal railing terrace in Denver with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Birds Eye
Birds Eye
Reid Smith ArchitectsReid Smith Architects
Photo of a rustic terrace in Other.
Backyard Spa Privacy Wall
Backyard Spa Privacy Wall
HideAway ScreensHideAway Screens
The homeowner wanted to create an enclosure around their built-in hot tub to add some privacy. The contractor, Husker Decks, designed a privacy wall with alternating materials. The aluminum privacy screen in 'River Rock' mixed with a horizontal wood wall in a rich stain blend to create a privacy wall that blends perfectly into the homeowner's backyard space and style.
Crenshaw Residence
Crenshaw Residence
Jordan Iverson Signature HomesJordan Iverson Signature Homes
Outdoor patio with gas fireplace that lives right off the kitchen. Perfect for hosting or being outside privately, as it's secluded from neighbors. Wood floors, cement walls with a cover.
Photo Gallery
Photo Gallery
Pro-Site Construction, IncPro-Site Construction, Inc
This is an example of a small rustic back terrace in Boston with no cover.
Дом в Горках
Дом в Горках
Владимир ЮзбашевВладимир Юзбашев
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Photo of a small rustic back first floor terrace in Moscow with no cover.
Экостиль в Барвихе
Экостиль в Барвихе
Фотограф Марк КожураФотограф Марк Кожура
Марк Кожура
Inspiration for a rustic back terrace in Moscow.
Not Your Average Log Home
Not Your Average Log Home
SISSON DUPONT & CARDER INCSISSON DUPONT & CARDER INC
Kurtis Miller Photography, kmpics.com Timbered Porch with wooden bed porch swing. Circle sawn roof decking, custom timber truss. All materials provided by Sisson Dupont and Carder. www.sdclogandtimber.com
Jackson Hole
Jackson Hole
Zoske ConstructionZoske Construction
Karl Neumann Photography
Large rustic back terrace in Other with a fire feature and no cover.
Washington DC Landscape and Backyard Play Project
Washington DC Landscape and Backyard Play Project
Molior ConstructionMolior Construction
Brian Landis Commercial Photography
Rustic back terrace in DC Metro with a fire feature.
Custom Deck
Custom Deck
Timberwolf ConstructionTimberwolf Construction
Photo of a large rustic back terrace in Sacramento with no cover.
Decks
Decks
The Reno KingThe Reno King
Large rustic back terrace in Vancouver with a water feature and no cover.
Tigerwood Hillside Deck, Pasadena
Tigerwood Hillside Deck, Pasadena
YourDeckBuilder.comYourDeckBuilder.com
Medium sized rustic back terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.
Necowa Lodge
Necowa Lodge
Modern Rustic HomesModern Rustic Homes
Tom Harper
Rustic terrace in Atlanta with a fire feature and a roof extension.
LakeSide Cottage at Lake Chatuge
LakeSide Cottage at Lake Chatuge
Brown Haven HomesBrown Haven Homes
KMPICS.COM
This is an example of a rustic back terrace in Atlanta with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Colorado Treehouse
Colorado Treehouse
Missy Brown DesignMissy Brown Design
Photo by David Patterson Photography www.davidpattersonphotography.com
Small rustic terrace in Denver with no cover.

Rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a rustic 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 rustic 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.
Hill Country View
Hill Country View
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
Photography by Steve Knetig ©2013
This is an example of a rustic terrace in Austin.
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