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Small Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Broderick Builders LLCBroderick Builders LLC
This is an example of a small traditional back terrace in Salt Lake City with an outdoor shower and no cover.
Barrington - Renovation
Barrington - Renovation
Legacy ConstructionLegacy Construction
Bradley Ayres Photography
Inspiration for a small beach style back terrace in Providence with an outdoor shower.
Renovation for the Next 100 Years
Renovation for the Next 100 Years
Dovetail Group LLCDovetail Group LLC
AZEK Deck Railing and Decking
Small classic back terrace in Philadelphia.
The Deck That's High
The Deck That's High
Paul Lafrance DesignPaul Lafrance Design
Designed by Paul Lafrance and built on HGTV's "Decked Out" episode, "The Deck That's High".
Design ideas for a small classic back terrace in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen.
Fall Creek Residence
Fall Creek Residence
EK Reedy Interiors, Inc.EK Reedy Interiors, Inc.
Custom Home in Jackson Hole, WY Paul Warchol Photography
Small rustic back terrace in Other with a potted garden and no cover.
Modern Azek Deck
Modern Azek Deck
Creative Concepts & Design, LLCCreative Concepts & Design, LLC
Jennifer Sims
Inspiration for a small traditional back terrace in Kansas City with no cover.
Greenlake 2013
Greenlake 2013
Sound Painting Solutions, LLCSound Painting Solutions, LLC
Deck cleaning in Greenlake, Seattle, WA.
Small contemporary back terrace in Seattle with no cover.
Private residence - Toronto, Canada
Private residence - Toronto, Canada
RetractableAwnings.com Inc.RetractableAwnings.com Inc.
The architect requested an architecturally unique poolside guest retreat using a one span, 2-post waterproof patio cover system. The plan was to have rainwater drain in to the front beam and then through the internal invisible downspouts (in the posts) and exit through one small hole on one side of the unit. The purpose of the project was to design and cover a space adjacent to the architect client’s swimming pool, which can now be used year round as an outdoor guest retreat. Working with award winning designers Powell & Bonnell our contractor completely transformed a 1950s dilapidated summer pool side Cabana into an upscale modern all season guest house.
Mission Style Ipe deck with custom view privacy walls
Mission Style Ipe deck with custom view privacy walls
Deck Remodelers.comDeck Remodelers.com
This classically inspired mission design built in Ipe with its privacy walls the picture frame the view over looking Beautiful Lake Mohawk won NADRA NJ Deck of the year 2010 was designed and built by Deck Remodelers.com 973.729.2125
Eclectic retrospective
Eclectic retrospective
Garden Structures & MoreGarden Structures & More
The following many photos are a representative sampling of our past work.
Design ideas for a small rustic back terrace in Minneapolis with a pergola.
LONDON - Parsons Green
LONDON - Parsons Green
CityscapersCityscapers
Nigel Gomme
Design ideas for a small contemporary terrace in London.
Deck
Deck
Arch Studio, Inc.Arch Studio, Inc.
Arch Studio, Inc. designed a 730 square foot ADU for an artistic couple in Willow Glen, CA. This new small home was designed to nestle under the Oak Tree in the back yard of the main residence.
Hopewell Outdoor Escape
Hopewell Outdoor Escape
DES Home RenovationsDES Home Renovations
Inspiration for a small traditional back ground level metal railing terrace in Philadelphia with a fire feature and a pergola.
Composite Bench
Composite Bench
Pacific Northwest DecksPacific Northwest Decks
Composite Bench
Photo of a small modern back terrace in Other.
Irvington Deck + Patio
Irvington Deck + Patio
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
We converted an underused back yard into a modern outdoor living space. A cedar soaking tub provides year round soaking. The decking is ipe hardwood, the fence is stained cedar, and cast concrete with gravel adds texture at the fire pit. Photos copyright Laurie Black Photography.
The Oasis Tiny Home Outdoor Bar
The Oasis Tiny Home Outdoor Bar
Paradise Tiny Homes LLCParadise Tiny Homes LLC
This unique design wastes not an inch of the trailer it's built on. The shower is constructed in such a way that it extends outward from the rest of the bathroom and is supported by the tongue of the trailer. 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.
Greenpoint Secret Garden
Greenpoint Secret Garden
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
Photo of a small contemporary back terrace in New York with a potted garden.
Built Green Ravenna DADU
Built Green Ravenna DADU
Mighty House ConstructionMighty House Construction
photos by Brian Hartman
Small modern roof terrace in Seattle with no cover.
Sandy House- Deck
Sandy House- Deck
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: 41 Degrees North Construction, Inc. Landscape Architect: Wild Violets (Landscape and Garden Design on Martha's Vineyard) Photographer: Sean Litchfield Photography
Garages and Docks
Garages and Docks
Pine Creek HomesPine Creek Homes
Timber frame covered dock.
This is an example of a small coastal terrace in Other.

Small 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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