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Terrace with a Water Feature and a Dock Ideas and Designs

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Lake House Addition
Lake House Addition
KohlMark Architects and BuildersKohlMark Architects and Builders
Greg Hadley Photography
Design ideas for a traditional back terrace in DC Metro with a water feature and a roof extension.
Manalapan Deck & Patio
Manalapan Deck & Patio
New Outlooks ConstructionNew Outlooks Construction
Why pay for a vacation when you have a backyard that looks like this? You don't need to leave the comfort of your own home when you have a backyard like this one. The deck was beautifully designed to comfort all who visit this home. Want to stay out of the sun for a little while? No problem! Step into the covered patio to relax outdoors without having to be burdened by direct sunlight. Photos by: Robert Woolley , Wolf
Floating Docks
Floating Docks
Landmark Horticultural ManagementLandmark Horticultural Management
Photo of a rustic back terrace in New York with a dock.
Paradise
Paradise
Greif Architects + LIVING ARCHITECTUREGreif Architects + LIVING ARCHITECTURE
Aaron Leitz
Inspiration for an expansive world-inspired back terrace in Hawaii with a water feature and a roof extension.
Japanese Hot Tub and Deck
Japanese Hot Tub and Deck
B. Jane GardensB. Jane Gardens
Ryann Ford
Photo of a modern back terrace in Austin with a water feature.
huntington harbour waterfront contemporary
huntington harbour waterfront contemporary
Moss Yaw Design studioMoss Yaw Design studio
indoor outdoor living is seamless with a fleetwood muli-slide door system and generous tiled waterfront deck
Photo of a large coastal back ground level glass railing terrace in Orange County with a dock and no cover.
Sunset Blvd
Sunset Blvd
Michele Bohbot Design and ArchitectureMichele Bohbot Design and Architecture
Inspiration for a mediterranean back terrace in Los Angeles with a water feature and no cover.
2 Story Deck
2 Story Deck
UserUser
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired back terrace in Orlando with a dock and no cover.
Williams Bentwater Home
Williams Bentwater Home
LaMay DesignsLaMay Designs
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Houston with a roof extension and a dock.
Kenneth Lynch & Associates AIA
Kenneth Lynch & Associates AIA
Kenneth Lynch & Associates AIAKenneth Lynch & Associates AIA
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in Atlanta with a dock and a roof extension.
Spa Deck, Patio w/ Fire Pit, and Screen Porch in North Chicago Suburbs
Spa Deck, Patio w/ Fire Pit, and Screen Porch in North Chicago Suburbs
Archadeck of ChicagolandArchadeck of Chicagoland
This stunning outdoor living space is a true backyard retreat. The custom screened porch, designed to look original to the home, exits to a deck and patio, creating smooth transition from home to yard. The wood deck design incorporates an inset hot tub with additional built-in storage. The storage cabinet sits along one side of the hot tub, creating a place to rest food, drinks, or candles while enjoying the water. The outdoor lighting built into the stair risers create a soft, ambient glow while providing a safe environment for people to move about the deck after the sun goes down. The Unilock patio features Holland Stone pavers in Autumn Red and a built-in Brussel Dimensional Stone fire pit in Limestone color. The triangular shape provides a unique look for the wood burning fire pit., and the placement offers warmth and ambiance for anyone in the hot tub or gathered around fire.
Hayden Haven
Hayden Haven
Clearwater Summit GroupClearwater Summit Group
Clearwater Summit Group, Inc.
Photo of a rustic terrace in Seattle with a water feature and a pergola.
East Village Roof Garden
East Village Roof Garden
pulltabpulltab
Photo: Bilyana Dimitrova
This is an example of a large contemporary roof terrace in New York with a water feature.
Contemporary Patio
Contemporary Patio
This is an example of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Melbourne with a water feature.
Ipe Dock and Boathouse Lake Butler, FL
Ipe Dock and Boathouse Lake Butler, FL
ElementLumber.comElementLumber.com
Beautiful Ipe dock, boathouse, bench, posts, and stairs into water in Lake Butler, FL
This is an example of a large contemporary back terrace in Other with a dock and a roof extension.
Rehoboth Beach House
Rehoboth Beach House
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Outdoor Deck with bridge leading to the beach, with Keuka Studios Annodized Aluminum cable railing system, and wood top rail. Railings By Keuka Studios
Lake Tuscaloosa Project
Lake Tuscaloosa Project
Jeanette Remaley DesignsJeanette Remaley Designs
Large rustic back terrace in Orange County with a water feature and no cover.
SAGOLIKT VACKERT BELÄGET PÅ HALVÖ MELLAN DALARÖ & NYNÄSHAMN
SAGOLIKT VACKERT BELÄGET PÅ HALVÖ MELLAN DALARÖ & NYNÄSHAMN
Skeppsholmen Sotheby's International RealtySkeppsholmen Sotheby's International Realty
Inspiration for a medium sized nautical terrace in Stockholm with a water feature.
Planung eines Gartenteiches
Planung eines Gartenteiches
UserUser
Small world-inspired back terrace in Hanover with a water feature and no cover.
Modern Northwoods Residence Lakefront Dock & Boathouse
Modern Northwoods Residence Lakefront Dock & Boathouse
Amy Carman DesignAmy Carman Design
A quiet moment at the lakefront. The serene setting of our Modern Northwoods Cabin project.
This is an example of a large contemporary back ground level metal railing terrace in Other with a dock and no cover.

Terrace with a Water Feature and a Dock 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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