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Scandinavian Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Strathleven Road
Strathleven Road
GDL LondonGDL London
Scandinavian terrace in London with a bbq area.
Nordic Inspired New Build
Nordic Inspired New Build
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi terrace in Seattle with a fire feature and a roof extension.
North Fork Bluff House
North Fork Bluff House
Resolution: 4 ArchitectureResolution: 4 Architecture
Photographer: © Resolution: 4 Architecture
This is an example of a scandinavian terrace in New York with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
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Contemporary Fresh
Contemporary Fresh
McMillan DesignMcMillan Design
Medium sized scandinavian back terrace in Other with a pergola.
VIVIENDA CASTELLDEFELS
VIVIENDA CASTELLDEFELS
The Room StudioThe Room Studio
Proyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio Construcción: The Room Work Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
This is an example of a large scandi back terrace in Other with a potted garden and an awning.
宝塚仁川の家
宝塚仁川の家
一級建築士事務所シンクスタジオ一級建築士事務所シンクスタジオ
Design ideas for a scandinavian terrace in Osaka with no cover.
ELEGANTE Y SOFISTICADO
ELEGANTE Y SOFISTICADO
Slow & Chic - InteriorismoSlow & Chic - Interiorismo
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian roof terrace in Madrid with an awning.
Slope House
Slope House
Poulsom Middlehurst LtdPoulsom Middlehurst Ltd
Adam Scott Images
Photo of a small scandinavian terrace in London with no cover.
Trädgård med terrass
Trädgård med terrass
ZistO trädgårdsdesignZistO trädgårdsdesign
Scandi terrace in Malmo.
Skandinavisk Trädäck
Skandinavisk Trädäck
Photo of a large scandinavian back terrace in Stockholm.
Harmonia - Finland
Harmonia - Finland
Honka UK LtdHonka UK Ltd
This is an example of a scandi terrace in Devon with a roof extension and all types of cover.
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.
Inspiration for a large scandinavian back terrace in New York with no cover.
1HUS - ARKITEKTTEGNET TYPEHUS
1HUS - ARKITEKTTEGNET TYPEHUS
1HUS1HUS
Design ideas for a scandinavian terrace in Aarhus.
Sitzecke
Sitzecke
Wind und Wasser - Feng Shui BeratungWind und Wasser - Feng Shui Beratung
Eine gemütliche Sitzecke mit Decken, Kissen und Pflanzen im Außenbereich wurde geschaffen, um den goldenen Herbst in vollen Zügen genießen zu können.
大野の家 / House in Ohno
大野の家 / House in Ohno
AirhouseAirhouse
This is an example of a scandi back terrace in Other with no cover.
Decoración integral de apartamento en la playa
Decoración integral de apartamento en la playa
Home & Haus | Home Staging & FotografíaHome & Haus | Home Staging & Fotografía
This is an example of a medium sized scandinavian back private terrace in Other.
casetta546
casetta546
北村建築工房北村建築工房
Photo of a small scandi terrace in Other with a roof extension.
RENOVATION: Little Cove Reno 2
RENOVATION: Little Cove Reno 2
SX ConstructionsSX Constructions
Jason Smith Photography
This is an example of a scandinavian terrace in Sunshine Coast.
プライベートデッキで寛ぐ　薪ストーブのある暮らし
プライベートデッキで寛ぐ　薪ストーブのある暮らし
株式会社住工房スタイル株式会社住工房スタイル
Photo of a scandi terrace in Other.

Scandinavian 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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Fotograf Camilla RopersFotograf Camilla Ropers
Fotograf Camilla Ropers © Houzz 2018
Inspiration for a scandi terrace in Copenhagen.
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