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Small Mixed Railing Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Azek Deck - Geneva, IL
Azek Deck - Geneva, IL
Carpentry with Integrity, Inc.Carpentry with Integrity, Inc.
This no-maintenance deck made from Azek composite materials sure turned out great! These homeowners are happy and will certainly enjoy their new space.
Notting Hill Roof Terrace
Notting Hill Roof Terrace
Harry Holding StudioHarry Holding Studio
A naturalistic planting scheme for a roof terrace in Notting Hill. The drought tolerant planting provides year round interest and is a fantastic source of food for pollinators.
Cedar wood deck with metal railings
Cedar wood deck with metal railings
JL ConstructionJL Construction
Custom designed and installed Cedar deck in Nanaimo. Whether your budget is big or small, our home improvement contractors specialize in building decks, pergolas, porches, patios and other carpentry projects that will make the outside of your home a pleasing place to relax.
Custom Built Deck/Patio
Custom Built Deck/Patio
SANBURY CONSTRUCTIONSANBURY CONSTRUCTION
Pewter Gray Deck Planks Accent Trim
This is an example of a small modern back first floor mixed railing terrace in Philadelphia.
Dachterrasse in Borgerhout: Über den Dächern der Stadt - Terrassendielen
Dachterrasse in Borgerhout: Über den Dächern der Stadt - Terrassendielen
CedralCedral
Anders als bei Balkonen handelt es sich bei Dachterrassen in der Regel nicht um vorspringende Bauten, was die Zulässigkeiten hinsichtlich des erfüllenden Brandschutzes für Gebäudeanschlüsse und Brandüberschläge im Sinne der Musterbauordnung (MBO) erst einmal vereinfacht.
Rooftop Deck
Rooftop Deck
CharmscapesCharmscapes
This compact rooftop deck features counter for high seating and a container garden that houses trees for shade and hardy plants.
Small classic roof mixed railing terrace in Baltimore with no cover and a fire feature.
CB/ Una casa affacciata sul Mediterraneo
CB/ Una casa affacciata sul Mediterraneo
Marta BenetMarta Benet
Ristrutturazione integrale di una casa tradizionale fronte al mare fra muri di confine. In questo progetto si sono volute mantenere le caratteristiche delle case mediterranea di questa zona: l'uso delle gelosie per filtrare la luce, cortili interni per creare privacy e favorire l'areazione e l'uso di finiture artigianali come i pavimenti in terracotta o le piastrelle fatte a mano.
A Midsummer Night's Dream in Mechanicsville
A Midsummer Night's Dream in Mechanicsville
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Inspiration for a small rustic back mixed railing terrace in Richmond with a potted garden.
DIY beautiful concrete deck tile accent deck
DIY beautiful concrete deck tile accent deck
DekTek TileDekTek Tile
This DIYer wanted to create an outdoor space that was quant, beautiful, and inviting. He built his deck using our DekTek Tile concrete deck tiles in the color Tuscan Medley. He already had a composite deck and added our concrete decking to give it that beautiful charm. Visit dektektile.com to learn more about our gorgeous tile decks.
Casa C-18
Casa C-18
DCA ArquitecturaDCA Arquitectura
Design ideas for a small modern roof rooftop mixed railing terrace in Other with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Miller Residence
Miller Residence
WLCdesignWLCdesign
Design ideas for a small classic back ground level mixed railing terrace in DC Metro with a potted garden.
Cedar Deck
Cedar Deck
Blue Bear Landscape ConstructionBlue Bear Landscape Construction
Cedar deck, with matching cedar BBQ storage box and cedar planter. Cedar is a warm, inviting look and creates a functional space for this small apartment garden.
Ipe Deck: Winter Build
Ipe Deck: Winter Build
Timber & Stone Outdoor SpacesTimber & Stone Outdoor Spaces
Design ideas for a small back ground level mixed railing terrace in Manchester.
Rooftop Deck
Rooftop Deck
CharmscapesCharmscapes
This compact rooftop deck features a gas firepit with lots of space for dining, dry storage under all the benches and a built-in cooler. The container garden houses trees for shade and hardy plants.
Penthouse Garden Makeover
Penthouse Garden Makeover
Xanadu Organic GardensXanadu Organic Gardens
Tropical arrangements in these custom fiber planters dress up corners of the deck seating area.
Design ideas for a small world-inspired roof rooftop mixed railing terrace in Bengaluru with a potted garden and no cover.
High Above the Huron
High Above the Huron
Meadowlark Design+BuildMeadowlark Design+Build
An exterior deck that was failing is replaced with a sleek new design that includes glass and metal railing that maximizes the beautiful surrounding views. Design and build by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Photography by Sean Carter.
DIY beautiful concrete deck tile accent deck
DIY beautiful concrete deck tile accent deck
DekTek TileDekTek Tile
This DIYer wanted to create an outdoor space that was quant, beautiful, and inviting. He built his deck using our DekTek Tile concrete deck tiles in the color Tuscan Medley. He already had a composite deck and added our concrete decking to give it that beautiful charm. Visit dektektile.com to learn more about our gorgeous tile decks.
Allen Deck
Allen Deck
Jessica Lehrbaum ArchitectJessica Lehrbaum Architect
This is an example of a small classic back private and first floor mixed railing terrace in San Luis Obispo with no cover.
BALCÓN CON VISTAS
BALCÓN CON VISTAS
Gema Rubert InteriorismoGema Rubert Interiorismo
EN ESTA TERRAZA DE PEQUEÑAS DIMENSIONES SE DISEÑO UNA TARIMA DE MADERA DE PINO TERMOTRATADA CON ALMACENAJE Y ZONA DE CHILLOUT CON COLCHONETA Y COJINES DE EXTERIOR
Deck Stain
Deck Stain
Next Gen Painting ProNext Gen Painting Pro
Washed, sanded and stained the deck to restore this outdoor living space. With a deck refresh it is more likely to last longer and get used more!
This is an example of a small modern back ground level mixed railing terrace in Toronto.

Small Mixed Railing 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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