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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.
Notting Hill Extension and Full Renovation
Notting Hill Extension and Full Renovation
Aflux DesignsAflux Designs
Classic terrace in London.
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
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Transitional Terrace
Transitional Terrace
Design ideas for a classic terrace in Sussex.
Residential Resort
Residential Resort
Southwest Fence & DeckSouthwest Fence & Deck
Design ideas for a traditional back terrace in Dallas with a fire feature and a pergola.
Sammamish Outdoor Living and Backyard Makeover
Sammamish Outdoor Living and Backyard Makeover
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Jimmy White Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional back terrace in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Covered Deck
Covered Deck
TJ Bush Enterprises, IncTJ Bush Enterprises, Inc
Medium sized classic back terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Cat Mountain View (Composite Deck)
Cat Mountain View (Composite Deck)
TimberTownTimberTown
This custom composite deck on Cat Mountain offers incredible views from every angle. Designed & built by Jim Odom at Archadeck Austin. Photo Credit: Kristian Alveo & TimberTown
SJM22
SJM22
CALMA estudio de arquitecturaCALMA estudio de arquitectura
Photo of a small traditional roof rooftop mixed railing terrace in Valencia with feature lighting.
Casa Modernista
Casa Modernista
Sans JardinersSans Jardiners
Photo of a classic terrace in Barcelona.
Fox Backyard
Fox Backyard
Green Dove Construction, LLCGreen Dove Construction, LLC
The Fox family wanted to have plenty of entertainment space in their backyard retreat. We also were able to continue using the landscape lighting to help the steps be visible at night and also give a elegant and modern look to the space.
Award-winning aMbooo Entertainment Deck (detail, Live Edge Bar Top)
Award-winning aMbooo Entertainment Deck (detail, Live Edge Bar Top)
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
A live edge cypress slab is incorporated into the design as a bar top.
Design ideas for a large classic back wire cable railing terrace in Other with a roof extension and a bar area.
Valley View Home
Valley View Home
Jordan Iverson Signature HomesJordan Iverson Signature Homes
Upper deck living space with breathtaking views of the Willamette Valley and Eugene city center.
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in Other with a fire feature and no cover.
Wexford Covered Deck and Patio
Wexford Covered Deck and Patio
Darrell C Kauric Architect LLCDarrell C Kauric Architect LLC
Photo of a medium sized traditional back terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Franktown
Franktown
Total Construction SolutionsTotal Construction Solutions
Design ideas for a large traditional back terrace in Denver with a pergola.
Heights Outdoor Addition
Heights Outdoor Addition
Sneller Custom Homes and Remodeling, LLCSneller Custom Homes and Remodeling, LLC
Design ideas for a traditional terrace in Houston with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Cranberry Township Deck
Cranberry Township Deck
J. Francis Company LLCJ. Francis Company LLC
The pergola and small grilling area are located right off the house's kitchen and dining area inside. A small area cantilevered from the main deck serves to accommodate the owner's grill. New stairs descend to the level of the garage and driveway below.
Old Town Charm
Old Town Charm
Cynthia Lynn PhotographyCynthia Lynn Photography
Photo of a traditional terrace in Chicago with a potted garden and a pergola.
BBQ Deck Project
BBQ Deck Project
Stumpff HomeWorks, LLCStumpff HomeWorks, LLC
Photo of a medium sized traditional back terrace in Kansas City with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.

Traditional 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.
Containers
Containers
Artistry In PlantsArtistry In Plants
Inspiration for a small traditional back terrace in Raleigh with no cover.
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