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Small Side Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Oasis Tiny Home Outdoor Bar
Oasis Tiny Home Outdoor Bar
Paradise Tiny Homes LLCParadise Tiny Homes LLC
The awning windows in the kitchen blend the inside with the outside; a welcome feature where it sits in Hawaii. An awning/pass-through kitchen window leads out to an attached outdoor mango wood bar with seating on the deck. This tropical modern coastal Tiny Home is built on a trailer and is 8x24x14 feet. The blue exterior paint color is called cabana blue. The large circular window is quite the statement focal point for this how adding a ton of curb appeal. The round window is actually two round half-moon windows stuck together to form a circle. There is an indoor bar between the two windows to make the space more interactive and useful- important in a tiny home. There is also another interactive pass-through bar window on the deck leading to the kitchen making it essentially a wet bar. This window is mirrored with a second on the other side of the kitchen and the are actually repurposed french doors turned sideways. Even the front door is glass allowing for the maximum amount of light to brighten up this tiny home and make it feel spacious and open. This tiny home features a unique architectural design with curved ceiling beams and roofing, high vaulted ceilings, a tiled in shower with a skylight that points out over the tongue of the trailer saving space in the bathroom, and of course, the large bump-out circle window and awning window that provides dining spaces.
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.
Heron Cottage
Heron Cottage
Winkelman ArchitectureWinkelman Architecture
This is an example of a small rustic side terrace in Portland Maine with an outdoor shower.
Backyard Revamp
Backyard Revamp
UserUser
Campbell Landscape Bay Area's Landscape Design, Custom Construction & Management
Small classic side terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Gemütliche Sitzecke
Gemütliche 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.
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
Kensington Apartment
Kensington Apartment
Kia DesignsKia Designs
Anna Stathaki
Small eclectic side terrace in London with no cover and a potted garden.
Townhome Remodel - Aspen Leaf
Townhome Remodel - Aspen Leaf
Steamboat Interiors, Corp.Steamboat Interiors, Corp.
Even the coldest days, you can sit here and enjoy the outdoors.
This is an example of a small rustic side terrace in Denver with a fire feature and a roof extension.
SJW FuturePOD
SJW FuturePOD
St James WhittingSt James Whitting
Marian Riabic
This is an example of a small contemporary side terrace in Sydney with a potted garden and no cover.
Living Walls
Living Walls
Landscaping by Steve BlaumLandscaping by Steve Blaum
Design ideas for a small modern side terrace in Miami with a living wall and a pergola.
Private Residence Bull Mountain
Private Residence Bull Mountain
The WhiteHouse CollectionThe WhiteHouse Collection
Design ideas for a small classic side first floor glass railing terrace in Portland with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Railing
Railing
Clough ConstructionClough Construction
Glass railing on a small deck preserves light and the view.
This is an example of a small modern side ground level glass railing terrace in San Francisco.
Ballard Bungalow
Ballard Bungalow
Ore StudiosOre Studios
Andy Beers
Photo of a small classic side terrace in Seattle with no cover.
Dolores Street House
Dolores Street House
Winder Gibson ArchitectsWinder Gibson Architects
Photo of a small contemporary side terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Coveside Gem | Renovation
Coveside Gem | Renovation
My House Design/Build/TeamMy House Design/Build/Team
My House Design/Build Team | www.myhousedesignbuild.com | 604-694-6873 | Liz Dehn Photography
Design ideas for a small classic side terrace in Vancouver with an awning.
Asiatisch Terrasse
Asiatisch Terrasse
Inspiration for a small world-inspired side terrace in Berlin with a living wall.
Balcony
Balcony
Custom Carolina ConstructionCustom Carolina Construction
Design ideas for a small side terrace in Charleston with a roof extension.
Ellakroksvägen
Ellakroksvägen
dream design sthlmdream design sthlm
Michsignphotography
This is an example of a small country side terrace in Stockholm with a potted garden.
Marvelous Mid Century
Marvelous Mid Century
Ketti Kupper Conscious Life DesignKetti Kupper Conscious Life Design
Photo by Ketti Kupper
This is an example of a small midcentury side terrace in Los Angeles with a pergola.
Summer Cottage
Summer Cottage
Natale Design/BuildNatale Design/Build
Brad Smith Photography
Small nautical side terrace in Providence with a roof extension.

Small 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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