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Porch and Deck
Porch and Deck
Deckscapes IncDeckscapes Inc
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Charlotte with a roof extension.
Modern Farmhouse in La Canada Flintridge
Modern Farmhouse in La Canada Flintridge
JAMES V. COANE & ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECTSJAMES V. COANE & ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECTS
Country terrace in Los Angeles.
Stainless Steel Rooftop Hot Tub
Stainless Steel Rooftop Hot Tub
Diamond SpasDiamond Spas
Stainless steel spa with a bucket seat, lounger seats and multiple depth seating. 84" x 96" x 36" Photographer: Eric Laignel
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York.
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Deck
Deck
UserUser
Nick Ryan
This is an example of a large traditional back terrace in New York with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Outdoor Kitchen with Concrete Countertops
Outdoor Kitchen with Concrete Countertops
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
This outdoor kitchen features concrete countertops with Ipe base, grill, sink, refrigerator and kegerator with a double tap.
This is an example of a large contemporary back terrace in Atlanta with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Industrial Terrace
Industrial Terrace
Inspiration for an urban terrace in Mumbai with feature lighting.
Paver Patio Beneath Deck
Paver Patio Beneath Deck
Twin Oaks Landscape, Inc.Twin Oaks Landscape, Inc.
Raised paver patio to encompass deck stairs and extend living and dining space beneath deck.
Medium sized traditional back terrace in Detroit with no cover.
Woodbine
Woodbine
Cynthia Hayes Interior DesignCynthia Hayes Interior Design
Classic back terrace in Providence with a pergola.
Family Friendly in Piedmont
Family Friendly in Piedmont
Rock Paper Scissors Landscape Design BuildRock Paper Scissors Landscape Design Build
Caroline Johnson Photography
Inspiration for a classic back terrace in San Francisco.
Hot Tubs
Hot Tubs
Prestige Pools & SpasPrestige Pools & Spas
Gazebo and hot tub combo from Catalina Spas, courtesy of Prestige Pools and Spas in St. Louis, MO.
This is an example of a back terrace in St Louis.
Custom
Custom
CLC Landscape DesignCLC Landscape Design
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back terrace in New York with a pergola.
Deck over the Desert
Deck over the Desert
Prideaux DesignPrideaux Design
Balfour Walker Photography
Contemporary terrace in Phoenix with a fire feature.
Deck Projects
Deck Projects
Prime ConstructionPrime Construction
Photo of a terrace in New York.
TimberTech
TimberTech
TimberTechTimberTech
This is an example of a nautical terrace in Chicago.
Sammamish Backyard Retreat
Sammamish Backyard Retreat
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Large traditional back terrace in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Terasse
Terasse
FRIDA plantFRIDA plant
Design ideas for a contemporary private metal railing terrace in Stuttgart.
La Jolla Project
La Jolla Project
Pomer ConstructionPomer Construction
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Los Angeles.
Nordic Inspired New Build
Nordic Inspired New Build
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi terrace in Seattle with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Un patio de ville
Un patio de ville
UserUser
Un projet de patio urbain en pein centre de Nantes. Un petit havre de paix désormais, élégant et dans le soucis du détail. Du bois et de la pierre comme matériaux principaux. Un éclairage différencié mettant en valeur les végétaux est mis en place.

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.
Henderson Bay House - Deck
Henderson Bay House - Deck
Metzdorf Designs and TCM BuiltMetzdorf Designs and TCM Built
Panorama views from a modern deck featuring a linear fire table, stainless steel cable railing and waterproof pedestal concrete decking.
Photo of a contemporary back terrace in Seattle with a fire feature and no cover.
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