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Small World-Inspired Terrace Ideas and Designs

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British Virgin Islands Home
British Virgin Islands Home
AGS Stainless, Inc.AGS Stainless, Inc.
This is an example of a small world-inspired back terrace in Seattle with no cover.
A design with multiple personalities, Zen and religions
A design with multiple personalities, Zen and religions
Oliver Interior DesignOliver Interior Design
Oliver Chung, Ting Chung
Design ideas for a small world-inspired courtyard terrace in Other with no cover.
Composite Decking Floating Dock
Composite Decking Floating Dock
Gulfside DocksGulfside Docks
Floating dock with aluminum frame and Trex composite decking.
Design ideas for a small world-inspired back terrace in Tampa with a dock and no cover.
Planung eines Gartenteiches
Planung eines Gartenteiches
UserUser
Small world-inspired back terrace in Hanover with a water feature and no cover.
Queen Anne Upper Deck
Queen Anne Upper Deck
UserUser
Trio of matching containers in a tropical design.
Design ideas for a small world-inspired roof terrace in Seattle with a potted garden and no cover.
Outdoor
Outdoor
Laura Morton DesignLaura Morton Design
A generously sized natural wood slab table is right at home in this space. Tall timber bamboo and translucent plexi provide screening without bulk
Small world-inspired back terrace in Los Angeles with fencing.
Hidden Valley Tropical Oaisis
Hidden Valley Tropical Oaisis
Design Studio WestDesign Studio West
Imagine stepping into your and being greeted by a haven that seamlessly blends the built and natural worlds. Sunlight filters through verdant leaves overhead, dappling a red wood deck that envelopes the trunk of a magnificent tree. This is not just an outdoor space; it's an oasis, a sanctuary where the lines between indoors and outdoors blur, and the presence of nature takes center stage. At the heart of this oasis lies the existing tree, not merely an obstacle but the focal point, the star around which the entire design revolves. Built specifically to accommodate its presence, the cabinetry forms a sculptural embrace, wrapping around the base like a protective shroud. Crafted from weather resistant materials that echoes the tree's own earthy tones, the cabinetry blends seamlessly into the landscape. Design vision by Kristen Galli Interior Design. Cabinetry product and Execution by Design Studio West
La Forge Residence
La Forge Residence
So Green Canada (landscape design /build)So Green Canada (landscape design /build)
Design ideas for a small world-inspired back terrace in Toronto with a potted garden and no cover.
Patio Dining
Patio Dining
Outdoor LivingOutdoor Living
Photo of a small world-inspired terrace in Hawaii.
Architect's Modern Home in Makapala
Architect's Modern Home in Makapala
Beth Thoma Robinson R(B) Hawaii LifeBeth Thoma Robinson R(B) Hawaii Life
RealTours Hawaii
Photo of a small world-inspired terrace in Hawaii.
OPEN　HASAMI　撮影：Blitz STUDIO 石井紀久
OPEN　HASAMI　撮影：Blitz STUDIO 石井紀久
ヨシタケケンジ建築事務所ヨシタケケンジ建築事務所
撮影：Blitz STUDIO 石井紀久
This is an example of a small world-inspired back terrace in Fukuoka with a roof extension.
Tei
Tei
キリコ設計事務所キリコ設計事務所
Inspiration for a small world-inspired roof terrace in Other.
姶良の家Ⅲ
姶良の家Ⅲ
(有)千匠設計(有)千匠設計
This is an example of a small world-inspired back terrace in Other with a roof extension and an outdoor kitchen.
City roof terrace
City roof terrace
Diane Stein Design for Sheffield FurnitureDiane Stein Design for Sheffield Furniture
The perfect oasis in the city!
This is an example of a small world-inspired roof terrace in Philadelphia with a potted garden and no cover.
Apartamentos turísticos en Cuellar
Apartamentos turísticos en Cuellar
Comodoos InterioresComodoos Interiores
This is an example of a small world-inspired back ground level terrace in Other with a living wall and no cover.
В гостях: Дом-берлога с коллекцией насекомых и детским этажом
В гостях: Дом-берлога с коллекцией насекомых и детским этажом
Ольга Шангина | PhotographyОльга Шангина | Photography
Photo by: Ольга Шангина © 2017 Houzz Съемка для статьи: http://www.houzz.ru/ideabooks/77871096
Small Garden Projects
Small Garden Projects
David Bauer, Cornerstone Builders of SW FlDavid Bauer, Cornerstone Builders of SW Fl
Small 2-person Garden swing placed on a small deck to make a destination location in a large garden. Swing was landscaped with flowering vines to cover trellis tops allowing sun cover for full sun protection of its patrons. The Clients has been using it to relax at the end of a long day often enjoying each other company along with the sunset some hors d'oeuvres and cocktails
Piso en Nervión
Piso en Nervión
MakeHome Deco & Home StagingMakeHome Deco & Home Staging
La vivienda contaba con un pequeño balcón con vistas a la calle principal. Añadimos una pequeña mesa para que pudieran hacer uso de este magnífico espacio.
西洋から渡って来た文化も取り入れ
西洋から渡って来た文化も取り入れ
株式会社　滝本設計　一級建築士事務所株式会社　滝本設計　一級建築士事務所
アプローチに簡易茶室を設けました。
Small world-inspired courtyard ground level terrace in Kyoto.
Asiatisch Terrasse
Asiatisch Terrasse
Inspiration for a small world-inspired side terrace in Berlin with a living wall.

Small World-Inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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