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Terrace with a Living Wall and Skirting Ideas and Designs

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Composite Timbertech Deck with Under Deck Skirting
Composite Timbertech Deck with Under Deck Skirting
Deck & Drive SolutionsDeck & Drive Solutions
Timbertech PVC Capped Composite Deck with Westbury Full Aluminum Railing with under Deck Skirting
Large back terrace in Other with no cover and skirting.
Modern: McKinney Avenue
Modern: McKinney Avenue
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
Harold Leidner Landscape Architects
Photo of a medium sized contemporary terrace in Dallas with a living wall, feature lighting and a pergola.
Une nouvelle cour-jardin
Une nouvelle cour-jardin
MAXIME ARNOUX - Paysagiste-ConcepteurMAXIME ARNOUX - Paysagiste-Concepteur
Photo of a medium sized traditional back first floor wood railing terrace in Paris with a living wall and a pergola.
Contemporary Coastal Design/Build/Style
Contemporary Coastal Design/Build/Style
Turnstyle LivingTurnstyle Living
Pictured is the North side of the property and the only side of the house that is accessible. There is a generous front yard and small back yard so we really wanted to utilise this space as best as we could within the budget. Decking and privacy screens were a must for this zone as it is quite built up either side of the property and there are now two entertaining zones outside for lounging, dining or a dry bar. French doors were installed to the laundry and double French doors to the dining room for access to the clothes line, backyard and entertaining deck with added natural light. The screening doubles as an opportunity to add some greenery and that's exactly what we did so that inside the laundry and dining room, the view out will eventually be cascading green leaves connected between the wall pots. We changed up the cladding and colour to add a bit of interest and vertical lines on the facade and down 1/3 of the side. Front and rear fencing with pedestrian gates were installed so the yard is secure and private. In addition to a tall lap and cap timber fence at the rear, we also added Himalayan weeping bamboo along the fence line that continued to meet the side deck for extra sound proofing and privacy from the busy road beyond. Previously the front door faced East and rear door faced West but it made more sense to flip it aound due to the driveway access and the highway. Eaves, doors and screens in 'Ornamental Pearl' by Taubmans. Weathertex clad in 'Minearl Salt' by British Paints. Matrix clad in 'Aqua Queen' by Taubmans. Deck stain by Cabots. Roofing in 'Basalt' by Colorbond. Paint by Wattyl. Photo by Shannon Male.
Cole Valley deck
Cole Valley deck
GM ConstructionGM Construction
Gabriel Mena
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with a living wall.
Comfort of Modern. Private apartments in Monaco
Comfort of Modern. Private apartments in Monaco
NG-STUDIO Interior Design. SanremoNG-STUDIO Interior Design. Sanremo
© NG-STUDIO snc. Photo by Rosa Amato. All Rights Reserved
Contemporary terrace in Other with a living wall and an awning.
Proyecto llave en mano en piso de lujo en Madrid - Jardín vertical
Proyecto llave en mano en piso de lujo en Madrid - Jardín vertical
Inspiracion al Cuadrado SLInspiracion al Cuadrado SL
El salón con grandes ventanales y una puerta de acceso a una hermosa terraza exterior abierta, totalmente acondicionada, y con vistas despejadas. La terraza cuenta con un jardín vertical, que le aporta mucha frescura.
Celosia
Celosia
Jordi Pujol JardinerJordi Pujol Jardiner
Design ideas for a small traditional side terrace in Barcelona with a living wall and a roof extension.
Celebrity IOU Deck Featuring Rustic Walnut and A310 Aluminum Railing
Celebrity IOU Deck Featuring Rustic Walnut and A310 Aluminum Railing
Envision Outdoor Living ProductsEnvision Outdoor Living Products
This backyard deck was featured on Celebrity IOU and features Envision Outdoor Living Products. The composite decking is Rustic Walnut from our Distinction Collection. The deck railing is Matte White A310 Aluminum Railing with Horizontal Cable infill.
Colorado Decks
Colorado Decks
K&A ConstructionK&A Construction
K&A Construction has completed hundreds of decks over the years. This is a sample of some of those projects in an easy to navigate project. K&A Construction takes pride in every deck, pergola, or outdoor feature that we design and construct. The core tenant of K&A Construction is to create an exceptional service and product for an affordable rate. To achieve this goal we commit ourselves to exceptional service, skilled crews, and beautiful products.
2018 Kips Bay Decorator Showcase
2018 Kips Bay Decorator Showcase
Rikki SnyderRikki Snyder
Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2018 Houzz
Design ideas for a bohemian roof rooftop terrace in New York with a living wall and no cover.
Surry Hills House
Surry Hills House
Angus Mackenzie ArchitectAngus Mackenzie Architect
A tiny 65m site with only 3m of internal width posed some interesting design challenges. The Victorian terrace façade will have a loving touch up, however entering through the front door; a new kitchen has been inserted into the middle of the plan, before stepping up into a light filled new living room. Large timber bifold doors open out onto a timber deck and extend the living area into the compact courtyard. A simple green wall adds a punctuation mark of colour to the space. A two-storey light well, pulls natural light into the heart of the ground and first floor plan, with an operable skylight allowing stack ventilation to keep the interiors cool through the Summer months. The open plan design and simple detailing give the impression of a much larger space on a very tight urban site. Photography by Huw Lambert
The Triangle Deck
The Triangle Deck
Paul Lafrance DesignPaul Lafrance Design
Designed by Paul Lafrance and built on HGTV's "Decked Out" episode, "The Triangle Deck".
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Toronto with a living wall and no cover.
6 warri way eco home
6 warri way eco home
DJG Projects pty ltdDJG Projects pty ltd
This is an example of a contemporary back terrace in Gold Coast - Tweed with a living wall and a roof extension.
Artist Studio
Artist Studio
OPRCHOPRCH
Photo Credit: Warren Patterson
Photo of a small contemporary roof first floor terrace in Boston with a living wall and no cover.
Haus WH
Haus WH
Ferreira | Verfürth ArchitektenFerreira | Verfürth Architekten
Fotos: Julia Vogel, Köln
Photo of a medium sized contemporary side terrace in Dusseldorf with a roof extension and a living wall.
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.
Central Park West
Central Park West
christophermichaelmyerschristophermichaelmyers
Simple and elegant club chairs without any cushions.
Design ideas for a small scandinavian roof terrace in Jacksonville with a living wall and no cover.
Umbau und Aufstockung eines EFH aus den 1960er Jahren
Umbau und Aufstockung eines EFH aus den 1960er Jahren
s.a.r.architekturs.a.r.architektur
Terrassenbegrenzung aus Naturstein
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary back terrace in Dusseldorf with a living wall.
Ravenswood Hidden Garden
Ravenswood Hidden Garden
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Dave Slivinski
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional roof terrace in Chicago with a living wall and a pergola.

Terrace with a Living Wall and Skirting 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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