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Small Metal Railing Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Swim Spa Mezzanine
Swim Spa Mezzanine
Comfort Zones By Design LLCComfort Zones By Design LLC
Our handcrafted steel structure was meticulously welded then galvanized and powder coated for a finish that will last for generations. This platform will allow safe, easy and enjoyable access to any swim spa. Topped off with a horizontal cable rail this mezzanine is both modern and attractive.
Rooftop Deck Bench Sotrange
Rooftop Deck Bench Sotrange
CharmscapesCharmscapes
This compact rooftop deck features dry storage under all the benches and a built-in cooler.
Photo of a small classic roof metal railing terrace in Baltimore with no cover and a fire feature.
Albion Street, Denver, CO
Albion Street, Denver, CO
LAND BY DESIGNLAND BY DESIGN
2 level Trex deck, outdoor living and dining, zen fire pit, water feature, powder coated patterned steel screens, boulder seating. wood and steel screens, lighting.
Pinto Project
Pinto Project
SpaceTurtle ConstructionSpaceTurtle Construction
This is an example of a small traditional back first floor metal railing terrace in Minneapolis with skirting and no cover.
Federal Hill Rooftop Deck
Federal Hill Rooftop Deck
One Source ContractingOne Source Contracting
On this project, the client was looking to build a backyard parking pad to ease frustration over the endless search for city-parking spaces. Our team built an eclectic red brick 1.5 car garage with a rooftop deck featuring custom IPE deck tiles and a metal railing. Whether hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cup of coffee every morning, a rooftop deck is a necessity for city living.
La terrasse de Victor Hugo
La terrasse de Victor Hugo
Kevin Clare - PaysagisteKevin Clare - Paysagiste
This is an example of a small shabby-chic style roof private and rooftop metal railing terrace in Paris with no cover.
Olympic Manor
Olympic Manor
Tristan Gary DesignsTristan Gary Designs
A perfect spot to sit and enjoy the PNW views of the puget sound.
This is an example of a small retro back first floor metal railing terrace in Seattle.
Upper Level Screen Room Addition
Upper Level Screen Room Addition
Heartlands Building CompanyHeartlands Building Company
An upper level screen room addition with a door leading from the kitchen. A screen room is the perfect place to enjoy your evenings without worrying about mosquitoes and bugs.
Modern Bucktown Rooftop
Modern Bucktown Rooftop
Rooftopia, LLCRooftopia, LLC
Modern rooftop deck designed and installed by Rooftopia. Outdoor living spaces, gorgeous custom kitchen, privacy screens and a one of a kind steel pergola
ROOFTOP GARDEN
ROOFTOP GARDEN
O.A.I. Concept Interiors / ExteriorsO.A.I. Concept Interiors / Exteriors
Design ideas for a small contemporary roof rooftop metal railing terrace in Montreal with a potted garden and a pergola.
Lightfoot Farm
Lightfoot Farm
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
Open air deck, beyond the screen cage, overlooking wetland and lime stone fire pit.
Inspiration for a small country back ground level metal railing terrace in Other with a fire feature and no cover.
Hopewell Outdoor Escape
Hopewell Outdoor Escape
DES Home RenovationsDES Home Renovations
Design ideas for a small traditional back ground level metal railing terrace in Philadelphia with a fire feature and a pergola.
Terraza Barrio Salamanca
Terraza Barrio Salamanca
Emma Sánchez Miranda InteriorismoEmma Sánchez Miranda Interiorismo
Zona de relax en terraza de azotea con una tumbona en metal y tela de color blanco y silla de metal con mesita de madera. Maceteros de piedra sobre el muro de la azotea con distintas plantas
Honorable Mention - Dec 2021 - Sleek Railing for Tiny Backyard
Honorable Mention - Dec 2021 - Sleek Railing for Tiny Backyard
Feeney Inc.Feeney Inc.
Residential deck with DesignRail® provides more living space for a tiny backyard. Fascia mounted posts, DesignRail® aluminum railing with CableRail infill.
Federal Hill Rooftop Deck
Federal Hill Rooftop Deck
One Source ContractingOne Source Contracting
On this project, the client was looking to build a backyard parking pad to ease frustration over the endless search for city-parking spaces. Our team built an eclectic red brick 1.5 car garage with a rooftop deck featuring custom IPE deck tiles and a metal railing. Whether hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cup of coffee every morning, a rooftop deck is a necessity for city living.
Honorable Mention - Dec 2021 - Sleek Railing for Tiny Backyard
Honorable Mention - Dec 2021 - Sleek Railing for Tiny Backyard
Feeney Inc.Feeney Inc.
Residential deck with DesignRail® provides more living space for a tiny backyard. Fascia mounted posts, DesignRail® aluminum railing with CableRail infill.
Rincón de lectura exterior.
Rincón de lectura exterior.
La Reina Obrera - Arquitectura e InteriorismoLa Reina Obrera - Arquitectura e Interiorismo
Photo of a small modern metal railing terrace in Madrid with a potted garden.
Proyecto llave en mano en piso de lujo en Madrid - Jardín vertical
Proyecto llave en mano en piso de lujo en Madrid - Jardín vertical
Inspiracion al Cuadrado SLInspiracion al Cuadrado SL
El salón con grandes ventanales y una puerta de acceso a una hermosa terraza exterior abierta, totalmente acondicionada, y con vistas despejadas. La terraza cuenta con un jardín vertical, que le aporta mucha frescura.
Composite Spa Deck and Patio with Outdoor Kitchen Guilford County NC
Composite Spa Deck and Patio with Outdoor Kitchen Guilford County NC
Archadeck Piedmont TriadArchadeck Piedmont Triad
This spa deck is part of a beautiful and convenient outdoor living combination, which includes a screened in space, as well as a paver patio with outdoor kitchen. The spa deck is built with low-maintenance materials, and includes a built-in bench and riser lights for safe access after dark.
Rooftop Retreat
Rooftop Retreat
Landscape Design West, LLCLandscape Design West, LLC
Floating concrete deck and steps create a rooftop garden where initially there was only a parapet roof. This deck holds over 100 people at a time.
This is an example of a small retro roof rooftop metal railing terrace in Phoenix with a potted garden and no cover.

Small Metal 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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