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Traditional Blue Terrace Ideas and Designs

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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.
BBQ Deck Project
BBQ Deck Project
Stumpff HomeWorks, LLCStumpff HomeWorks, LLC
Medium sized traditional back terrace in Kansas City with a pergola and a bbq area.
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.
Luxury Boston Rooftop Deck
Luxury Boston Rooftop Deck
BSA ConstructionBSA Construction
Photo of a traditional roof rooftop metal railing terrace in Boston with no cover.
London and Surrounding Area
London and Surrounding Area
Shubrook Construction Ltd.Shubrook Construction Ltd.
This is an example of a large classic back terrace in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
The Heritage Haven 2016 Salt Lake Award Winning Parade Home
The Heritage Haven 2016 Salt Lake Award Winning Parade Home
Alair Homes - Salt LakeAlair Homes - Salt Lake
Brad Montgomery tym Homes
Photo of an expansive traditional back terrace in Salt Lake City with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Our Home
Our Home
Rachael Honner StylingRachael Honner Styling
Our deck / My hubby is quite the handyman, he completed our deck extension all by himself. It's not quite finished just yet as we have some painting left to do but so proud of him! Photography and Styling Rachael Honner
Decking
Decking
Renaissance Roofing, Exteriors, & RemodelingRenaissance Roofing, Exteriors, & Remodeling
www.renaissance-exteriors.com
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in Grand Rapids with no cover.
Kelsey Property
Kelsey Property
Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior DesignParadise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
ambiance lighting, Arbors, cedar fencing, decking, outdoor cookstation, outdoor kitchen, outdoor lighting, outdoor living space, outdoor seating, pergolas,
Outdoor Spaces
Outdoor Spaces
Albrecht Wood InteriorsAlbrecht Wood Interiors
Winner Photography
Inspiration for a traditional terrace in Cincinnati with feature lighting.
El Camino Condo
El Camino Condo
Dennis Mayer - PhotographerDennis Mayer - Photographer
Dennis Mayer Photography
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in San Francisco with a pergola and a bar area.
Decks and Railing
Decks and Railing
Heartlands Building CompanyHeartlands Building Company
With the addition of retractable screen walls and an under deck drainage system, this deck becomes not only a sun deck, but it's patio beneath, a screened room.
Green Lake Classic Craftsman
Green Lake Classic Craftsman
RW Anderson HomesRW Anderson Homes
Traditional craftsman home with covered back patio.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back terrace in Seattle with a roof extension and feature lighting.
My Houzz: Clean and contemporary style for a renovated Montreal factory condo
My Houzz: Clean and contemporary style for a renovated Montreal factory condo
Laura GarnerLaura Garner
Photo: Laura Garner Design & Realty © 2016 Houzz
Medium sized classic roof rooftop terrace in Montreal with a pergola.
Schunk Deck with Screened Patio
Schunk Deck with Screened Patio
Comfort Zones By Design LLCComfort Zones By Design LLC
Large family deck that offers ample entertaining space and shelter from the elements in the lower level screened in porch. Watertight lower space created using the Zip-Up Underedecking system. Decking is by Timbertech/Azek in Autumn Chestnut with Keylink's American Series aluminum rail in Bronze.
Norlyn - Transitional Kitchen
Norlyn - Transitional Kitchen
In the DeetsIn the Deets
Transitional kitchen with farmhouse touches featuring shaker white and navy cabinetry, quartz counter tops, subway backsplash, and engineered wood flooring. Custom accordion window to backyard for the perfect entertaining setup.
Mountain Outdoor Kitchen
Mountain Outdoor Kitchen
Artisan Outdoor KitchensArtisan Outdoor Kitchens
Stainless Steel Outdoor Kitchens - Powder Coat Finish
Traditional terrace in Denver.

Traditional Blue 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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