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Twin Peaks Escape Pad
Twin Peaks Escape Pad
Knock Architecture and DesignKnock Architecture and Design
Design ideas for a small modern side terrace in San Francisco with an outdoor shower and no cover.
Deck with Pergola
Deck with Pergola
Bella Vita BuildersBella Vita Builders
Photo of a medium sized classic side private and ground level wood railing terrace in Denver with a pergola.
Grand balcon dans le Marais
Grand balcon dans le Marais
Christophe Courtois - Atelier CanopéeChristophe Courtois - Atelier Canopée
éclairage des jardinières avec lampes lucioles avec leds piquées dans les plantes
Design ideas for a small contemporary side terrace in Paris with a potted garden and an awning.
The Aurora : 2019 Clark County Parade of Homes : Outdoor BBQ Kitchen
The Aurora : 2019 Clark County Parade of Homes : Outdoor BBQ Kitchen
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Inspired by the majesty of the Northern Lights and this family's everlasting love for Disney, this home plays host to enlighteningly open vistas and playful activity. Like its namesake, the beloved Sleeping Beauty, this home embodies family, fantasy and adventure in their truest form. Visions are seldom what they seem, but this home did begin 'Once Upon a Dream'. Welcome, to The Aurora.
Carmel Point Residence Renovation
Carmel Point Residence Renovation
UserUser
Inspiration for a coastal side terrace in Other with a fire feature and no cover.
The Barefoot Bay Cottage
The Barefoot Bay Cottage
The DesignoryThe Designory
The Barefoot Bay Cottage is the first-holiday house to be designed and built for boutique accommodation business, Barefoot Escapes (www.barefootescapes.com.au). Working with many of The Designory’s favourite brands, it has been designed with an overriding luxe Australian coastal style synonymous with Sydney based team. The newly renovated three bedroom cottage is a north facing home which has been designed to capture the sun and the cooling summer breeze. Inside, the home is light-filled, open plan and imbues instant calm with a luxe palette of coastal and hinterland tones. The contemporary styling includes layering of earthy, tribal and natural textures throughout providing a sense of cohesiveness and instant tranquillity allowing guests to prioritise rest and rejuvenation. Images captured by Jessie Prince
Mill Valley Curb Appeal
Mill Valley Curb Appeal
SINGLEPOINT DESIGN BUILD INC.SINGLEPOINT DESIGN BUILD INC.
Batu decking
This is an example of a medium sized classic side terrace in San Francisco.
Black Mountain Estates Residence
Black Mountain Estates Residence
UserUser
Design ideas for a contemporary side terrace in Other with a roof extension.
守谷の家
守谷の家
R+houseR+house
Design ideas for a world-inspired side terrace in Tokyo with a pergola.
Caspian Residence
Caspian Residence
Kane ArchitectureKane Architecture
Photo of a rustic side terrace in Other with no cover.
Hemma hos chefredaktör Hanna Nova Beatrice
Hemma hos chefredaktör Hanna Nova Beatrice
ResidenceResidence
Foto: Mikael Axelsson. Styling: Josefin Hååg
Inspiration for a medium sized scandinavian side terrace in Stockholm with no cover.
Ipe deck with horizontal stainless steel cable
Ipe deck with horizontal stainless steel cable
Creative Fences & DecksCreative Fences & Decks
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary side terrace in Portland with no cover.
Deck
Deck
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
Three stories up in height, magnificent views of the surrounding city are captured in a relaxed outdoor living environment. Photo Credit: J. Michael Tucker
Baltimore Fiberon deck
Baltimore Fiberon deck
Fine Decks Inc.Fine Decks Inc.
Medium sized modern side terrace in Baltimore with no cover.
Montecito Remodel
Montecito Remodel
Barber BuildersBarber Builders
Medium sized farmhouse side terrace in Santa Barbara with a fire feature and no cover.
High Country Rustic
High Country Rustic
Studio Ridge ResidentialStudio Ridge Residential
Klassen Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic side terrace in Jackson with a roof extension.
Deck with Privacy Screens - Calgary
Deck with Privacy Screens - Calgary
UserUser
Deck with Privacy Screens, BBQ Cover, Arbor, and Cedar Gate in Southeast Calgary
Side terrace in Calgary.
Yoga Garden
Yoga Garden
Ninzan Studio, LLCNinzan Studio, LLC
Contemporary side terrace in Tampa with an outdoor shower and no cover.
Bozeman Farmhouse
Bozeman Farmhouse
North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.
Locati Architects, LongViews Studio
Design ideas for a medium sized country side terrace in Other with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Millwood
Millwood
Home 21Home 21
Design ideas for a small contemporary side terrace in London with a potted garden and no cover.

Side 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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