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Cozy Corners
Cozy Corners
Jones Outdoor Living Ltd.Jones Outdoor Living Ltd.
Vancouver Landscaper Landscaping Backyard Renovation Frontyard patio deck design garden retaining wall Fence Brick Fire pit
Photo of a contemporary terrace in Vancouver.
East Hampton, NY
East Hampton, NY
Eisner Design LLCEisner Design LLC
Pergola
Photo of a contemporary terrace in New York with fencing.
AQUA 33
AQUA 33
Liquid InteriorsLiquid Interiors
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in Hong Kong with a bar area.
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Montana Modern
Montana Modern
James McNeal Architecture and DesignJames McNeal Architecture and Design
Built into the hillside, this industrial ranch sprawls across the site, taking advantage of views of the landscape. A metal structure ties together multiple ranch buildings with a modern, sleek interior that serves as a gallery for the owners collected works of art. A welcoming, airy bridge is located at the main entrance, and spans a unique water feature flowing beneath into a private trout pond below, where the owner can fly fish directly from the man-cave!
Rénovation d'un triplex en longueur
Rénovation d'un triplex en longueur
Entreprise AJM - Construction & RénovationEntreprise AJM - Construction & Rénovation
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in Other with a bbq area.
Terrasse rooftop - "La belle vie!"
Terrasse rooftop - "La belle vie!"
Erell et Rozanne - Jardins essentielsErell et Rozanne - Jardins essentiels
Inspiration for a classic terrace in Other.
Elwood
Elwood
Ben & BenBen & Ben
Photo of a contemporary terrace in Melbourne with feature lighting.
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Pool Side Deck, Under-Deck Living Space and Firepit Patio
Pool Side Deck, Under-Deck Living Space and Firepit Patio
Heartlands Building CompanyHeartlands Building Company
This outdoor area screams summer! Our customers existing pool is now complimented by a stamped patio area with a fire pit, an open deck area with composite decking, and an under deck area with a fireplace and beverage area. Having an outdoor living area like this one allows for plenty of space for entertaining and relaxing!
Beautiful Horse Farm in Central Oregon
Beautiful Horse Farm in Central Oregon
The Hidden TouchThe Hidden Touch
Outdoor entertainment area with pergola and string lights
Inspiration for a large rural back terrace in Other with a pergola and feature lighting.
Pergola and Stamped Concrete Patio in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Pergola and Stamped Concrete Patio in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Hyland HomesHyland Homes
Large beach style back ground level mixed railing terrace in Chicago with a fire feature and a pergola.
Bucktown Rooftop Living
Bucktown Rooftop Living
PITCH ConceptsPITCH Concepts
An intimate park-like setting with low-maintenance materials replaced an aging wooden rooftop deck at this Bucktown home. Three distinct spaces create a full outdoor experience, starting with a landscaped dining area surrounded by large trees and greenery. The illusion is that of a secret garden rather than an urban rooftop deck. A sprawling green area is the perfect spot to soak in the summer sun or play an outdoor game. In the front is the main entertainment area, fully outfitted with a louvered roof, fire table, and built-in seating. The space maintains the atmosphere of a garden with shrubbery and flowers. It’s the ideal place to host friends and family with a custom kitchen that is complete with a Big Green Egg and an outdoor television.
Pica
Pica
Burdge & Associates ArchitectsBurdge & Associates Architects
Inspiration for a coastal terrace in Los Angeles.
Base Camp | Mill Valley, CA residence
Base Camp | Mill Valley, CA residence
Markoff / Fullerton ArchitectsMarkoff / Fullerton Architects
Photo credit: Adam Potts | Photography
Contemporary terrace in San Francisco.
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Franktown
Franktown
Total Construction SolutionsTotal Construction Solutions
Photo of a large classic back terrace in Denver with a pergola.
Sammamish Backyard Retreat
Sammamish Backyard Retreat
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Large classic back terrace in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
My Houzz: Couple Put a Personal Stamp on Their Chicago Condo
My Houzz: Couple Put a Personal Stamp on Their Chicago Condo
Rachel Loewen PhotographyRachel Loewen Photography
Inspiration for a bohemian terrace in Chicago with no cover.
Custom Deck Update and Over Hang Roof
Custom Deck Update and Over Hang Roof
Zia Construction LLCZia Construction LLC
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in Seattle with a pergola.

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.
Ático Principal
Ático Principal
Egue y SetaEgue y Seta
Photo of a classic roof rooftop terrace in Barcelona with a roof extension and a bbq area.
Sonoma in the City
Sonoma in the City
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tony Soluri Photography
Photo of a contemporary back terrace in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen.
Contemporary Backyard Retreat
Contemporary Backyard Retreat
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
The upper level of this gorgeous Trex deck is the central entertaining and dining space and includes a beautiful concrete fire table and a custom cedar bench that floats over the deck. The dining space is defined by the stunning, cantilevered, aluminum pergola above and cable railing along the edge of the deck. Adjacent to the pergola is a covered grill and prep space. Light brown custom cedar screen walls provide privacy along the landscaped terrace and compliment the warm hues of the decking. Clean, modern light fixtures are also present in the deck steps, along the deck perimeter, and throughout the landscape making the space well-defined in the evening as well as the daytime.
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