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Wood Railing Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Stanhope Avenue
Stanhope Avenue
Iguana Architects & Interior DesignIguana Architects & Interior Design
Rear Extension and decking design with out door seating and planting design. With a view in to the kitchen and dinning area.
This is an example of a large contemporary back ground level wood railing terrace in London with no cover.
Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8
Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8
Jemimah BarnettJemimah Barnett
Green wall and all plantings designed and installed by Bright Green (brightgreen.co.uk) | Decking by Luxe Projects London | Nillo Grey/Taupe Outdoor rug from Benuta | Copa garden lounge furniture set & Sacha burnt orange garden stool, both from Made.com | 'Regent' raw copper wall lights & Fulbrook rectangular mirror from gardentrading.co.uk
Idlewylde
Idlewylde
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Small farmhouse back first floor wood railing terrace in Other with a pergola and fencing.
Aménagement paysager d'un rooftop à Paris 20ème...
Aménagement paysager d'un rooftop à Paris 20ème...
L'Aurey Des Jardins PaysagisteL'Aurey Des Jardins Paysagiste
Design ideas for a large mediterranean roof rooftop wood railing terrace in Paris with a potted garden and a pergola.
Brooklyn Heights Grotto
Brooklyn Heights Grotto
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
Medium sized modern back ground level wood railing terrace in New York with a water feature and no cover.
Skirted above-grade decks
Skirted above-grade decks
Epoch Construction LLCEpoch Construction LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized back wood railing terrace in Nashville with skirting and no cover.
Chelsea Penthouse
Chelsea Penthouse
NH Design StudiosNH Design Studios
Photo of a contemporary roof rooftop wood railing terrace in New York with no cover and a bbq area.
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.
Waterfront Rear Porch Deck
Waterfront Rear Porch Deck
GMF+ASSOCIATES architectsGMF+ASSOCIATES architects
Small beach style back private and first floor wood railing terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Outdoor Deck Living Space
Outdoor Deck Living Space
Memmo InteriorsMemmo Interiors
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back ground level wood railing terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Island Cove House
Island Cove House
Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.
Island Cove House keeps a low profile on the horizon. On the driveway side it rambles along like a cottage that grew over time, while on the water side it is more ordered. Weathering shingles and gray-brown trim help the house blend with its surroundings. Heating and cooling are delivered by a geothermal system, and much of the electricity comes from solar panels.
Sea Hawk
Sea Hawk
Surfside Home Co.Surfside Home Co.
Deck with fire pit and teak furniture.
This is an example of a medium sized beach style back first floor wood railing terrace in Other with a fire feature and no cover.
Treetop Retreat
Treetop Retreat
Shambhala LandscapesShambhala Landscapes
At the rear of the home, a two-level Redwood deck built around a dramatic oak tree as a focal point, provided a large and private space.
Medium sized contemporary back first floor wood railing terrace in San Francisco with no cover and fencing.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Keystone Custom Builders, Inc.Keystone Custom Builders, Inc.
Outdoor entertaining kitchen. Stamped stained concrete, granite top, Stainless Steel grill, outdoor refrigerator, and storage.
Design ideas for a large back first floor wood railing terrace in Denver with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Balmoral Renovation
Balmoral Renovation
MLDGMLDG
This is an example of a medium sized coastal back first floor wood railing terrace in Brisbane with a pergola.
Outdoor Living Space
Outdoor Living Space
Paul Thomas Designs, LLCPaul Thomas Designs, LLC
Photo of a large traditional back wood railing terrace with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Armour Heights - Cozy Backyard
Armour Heights - Cozy Backyard
Infinite Possibilities Landscape & DesignInfinite Possibilities Landscape & Design
Photo of a medium sized classic back first floor wood railing terrace in Toronto with skirting and a pergola.
Création d'une terrasse sur le toit avec cuisine d'été
Création d'une terrasse sur le toit avec cuisine d'été
ZOOM RENOVZOOM RENOV
Travaux sur le toit terrasse d'un immeuble parisien : - aménagement et habillage des mur - pose de cumaru au sol avec éclairage d'ambiance au sol - fabrication d'une cabane de rangement avec potager et petit coin cuisine pour les apéritifs dossier
Greenpoint Oasis Terrace
Greenpoint Oasis Terrace
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
Photo of a medium sized modern roof rooftop wood railing terrace in New York with a potted garden and no cover.
Deck and Porch Installation in Natick
Deck and Porch Installation in Natick
M&M American Builders of NH, LLCM&M American Builders of NH, LLC
This is an example of a medium sized classic back first floor wood railing terrace in Boston with no cover.

Wood 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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