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Traditional Black Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8
Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8
Jemimah BarnettJemimah Barnett
Trees, wisteria and all other plantings designed and installed by Bright Green (brightgreen.co.uk) | Decking and pergola built by Luxe Projects London | Concrete dining table from Coach House | Spike lights and outdoor copper fairy lights from gardentrading.co.uk
Wandsworth Bridge Road
Wandsworth Bridge Road
GOATER JONES London LtdGOATER JONES London Ltd
Roof terrace
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional roof rooftop glass railing terrace in London with a roof extension and feature lighting.
Boston rooftop garden
Boston rooftop garden
Jacalyn Gould Landscape ArchitectJacalyn Gould Landscape Architect
Genevieve de Manio Photography
This is an example of an expansive classic roof rooftop terrace in Boston with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
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.
French Country Renovation
French Country Renovation
Alto DesignAlto Design
Jeffrey Jakucyk: Photographer
Photo of a large classic back terrace in Cincinnati with a roof extension and feature lighting.
Traditional Deck
Traditional Deck
Design ideas for a traditional roof rooftop terrace in Boston with a potted garden.
Trex Transcend
Trex Transcend
TREX COMPANY INCTREX COMPANY INC
Designed using Trex Transcend decking in Spiced Rum – a warm, earthy umber featuring subtle shading and natural shade variations creating distinctive hardwood-like streaking and intense, tropical hues that will retain its lush looks for decades and Vintage Lantern – a deep-burnished bronze with Old World elegance. Additional Trex products featured include Trex Transcend railing, Trex Pergola, Trex Elevations and Trex Outdoor Lighting.
Historic Inspiration
Historic Inspiration
Welsh Construction, Inc.Welsh Construction, Inc.
Photo of a classic terrace in Other with feature lighting.
729 Deck Rebuild
729 Deck Rebuild
Pikes Peak Construction CompanyPikes Peak Construction Company
Rear patio deck reconstruction using Trex Select decking in Saddle color. Trex Transcend railing system using white 6x6 posts sleeves, caps & skirts. Trex Transcend railings in Vintage Lantern top and bottom rails with charcoal black round balusters.
Elmhurst Multi-Level Deck with Outdoor Kitchen
Elmhurst Multi-Level Deck with Outdoor Kitchen
Imperial Kitchens and Baths, Inc.Imperial Kitchens and Baths, Inc.
Kaskel Photography
Inspiration for an expansive classic back terrace in Chicago with a fire feature and a pergola.
Cool Composite Deck with Fire Pit
Cool Composite Deck with Fire Pit
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Central fire pit on composite deck
Inspiration for a large classic back metal railing terrace in Denver with a fire feature and an awning.
North York Swim Spa
North York Swim Spa
BonaVista LeisureScapesBonaVista LeisureScapes
This is an example of a large traditional back terrace in Toronto with an awning.
Hilltop Backyard Retreat - Sue Oda Landscape Design
Hilltop Backyard Retreat - Sue Oda Landscape Design
ilumus, llc.ilumus, llc.
Outdoor living room designed by Sue Oda Landscape Architect. Photo: ilumus photography & marketing
Design ideas for a large traditional back terrace in San Francisco with a fire feature and a pergola.
Monroe Trex decking with vinyl railings and LED lightning
Monroe Trex decking with vinyl railings and LED lightning
Deck GuardianDeck Guardian
Medium sized traditional back terrace in New York with no cover.
Whelon Deck
Whelon Deck
Boyce RenovationsBoyce Renovations
Photo of a large traditional back terrace in Baltimore with no cover.
Carnegie Hill Town House
Carnegie Hill Town House
Timothy Whealon Inc.Timothy Whealon Inc.
Max Kim-Bee
Photo of a classic roof rooftop terrace in New York with an awning.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Affordable Views By RJB Construction INC.Affordable Views By RJB Construction INC.
Medium sized traditional back terrace in Denver with no cover.
Multi Level Deck Redo
Multi Level Deck Redo
Carroll Landscaping, Inc.Carroll Landscaping, Inc.
This multi level deck was originally all wood and failing. We kept the foot print and upgraded materials for longevity and low maintenance.
Design ideas for a classic terrace in Baltimore.
Fairway Deck
Fairway Deck
Total Construction SolutionsTotal Construction Solutions
Photo of a large classic back terrace in Denver with no cover.
Kiawah Island
Kiawah Island
Beth Webb InteriorsBeth Webb Interiors
Emily Followill
This is an example of a traditional back terrace in Atlanta with a roof extension and feature lighting.

Traditional Black 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 traditional 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 traditional design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a traditional 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 traditional 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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