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Scandinavian Back Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Dovercourt
Dovercourt
Wanda Ely Architect Inc.Wanda Ely Architect Inc.
The deck becomes a natural extension of the living space when the large sliding door is open.
Photo of a small scandinavian back terrace in Toronto with a potted garden and a pergola.
Villa - Søsvinget
Villa - Søsvinget
kimthorsell architectskimthorsell architects
Design ideas for a scandi back terrace in Aarhus with no cover.
Villa
Villa
R2K ArchitecteR2K Architecte
Design ideas for a large scandi back terrace in Grenoble with a dock.
Дом в Горках
Дом в Горках
Владимир ЮзбашевВладимир Юзбашев
фото Владимир Юзбашев
Small scandi back terrace in Moscow with no cover.
holiday cottage in northern Jutland
holiday cottage in northern Jutland
LBB3LBB3
LBB3
This is an example of a large scandinavian back terrace in Aalborg.
Viewing Deck
Viewing Deck
Drake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden CenterDrake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden Center
Scandinavian back terrace in Portland.
Rørsangervej
Rørsangervej
Din MæglerDin Mægler
Medium sized scandinavian back terrace in Aalborg with no cover.
Scandinavian Style Home in a Pine Tree Forest
Scandinavian Style Home in a Pine Tree Forest
The Hidden TouchThe Hidden Touch
Hot tub on a large enclosed wooden deck
Photo of a large scandinavian back ground level and private wood railing terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Black Rock renovation
Black Rock renovation
Winston Design CollaborationWinston Design Collaboration
A spacious deck on the same level as the interior creates a sense of space and flow between inside and out. Builder: Chisholm Constructions Photography: Urban Angles
Black Rock renovation
Black Rock renovation
Winston Design CollaborationWinston Design Collaboration
A spacious deck on the same level as the interior creates a sense of space and flow between inside and out. Builder: Chisholm Constructions Photography: Urban Angles
Appartement avec terrasse
Appartement avec terrasse
Juliette BretonJuliette Breton
Appartement contemporain et épuré. Mobilier scandinave an matériaux naturels. Terrasse en Ipé, bardage en pin pour se cacher du voisinage et pour les plantes grimpantes. Treillage en osier. Des plantes en pot habillent les angles. Fauteuils et canapé Acapulco. Banc en Ipé.
episode 53 「Halekulani」
episode 53 「Halekulani」
（株）Life with Style（株）Life with Style
美しい眺望を望む広々とした空間創り　Photo by Hitomi Mese
Design ideas for a scandi back terrace in Other.
Collingwood Backyard Oasis
Collingwood Backyard Oasis
Williams Outdoors Inc.Williams Outdoors Inc.
Photo of a small scandinavian back terrace in Toronto with a pergola.
Villa In Monte
Villa In Monte
Sjöberg & TherméSjöberg & Thermé
Photo of a medium sized scandi back terrace in Stockholm with a pergola.
北欧 デッキ
北欧 デッキ
Photo of a scandinavian back terrace in Tokyo with no cover.
Appartement Airbnb
Appartement Airbnb
Camille Des AndesCamille Des Andes
La même terrasse aménagée et re-décorée avec plus de plantes et également un coin table pour profiter d'un repas au soleil.
Small scandinavian back first floor metal railing terrace in Brussels with a potted garden and no cover.
Contemporary Fresh
Contemporary Fresh
McMillan DesignMcMillan Design
Medium sized scandinavian back terrace in Other with a pergola.
Компактная дача в стиле барнхаус.
Компактная дача в стиле барнхаус.
St.PetrSt.Petr
Photo of a small scandinavian back terrace in Other.
Woodstock Decks
Woodstock Decks
Material Design BuildMaterial Design Build
We built the deck with STK-grade cedar that continuously wrap the sides and risers. Railings are 1" copper piping.
Design ideas for a large scandinavian back terrace in New York with no cover.
Skanlux Trend sommerhus 128 kvadratmeter med alkove
Skanlux Trend sommerhus 128 kvadratmeter med alkove
Skanlux byggefirma A/SSkanlux byggefirma A/S
Andre Fotografi
This is an example of a medium sized scandi back terrace in Other with a roof extension.

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

How do I decorate or design a Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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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