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Traditional Terrace with a Roof Extension 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.
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.
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.
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.
LAKEVIEW [reno]
LAKEVIEW [reno]
Omega Construction and Design, Inc.Omega Construction and Design, Inc.
© Greg Riegler
Large traditional back terrace in Other with a roof extension and a bbq area.
Brittany Pool
Brittany Pool
Gasper Landscape Design and ConstructionGasper Landscape Design and Construction
This covered deck overlooks a beautiful pool with spa. Photo by Rob Cardillo
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back terrace in Philadelphia with a roof extension.
Fiberon Composite Decking
Fiberon Composite Decking
Fiberon DeckingFiberon Decking
photo courtesy of Clemens Jellema, Fine Decks, Inc. This covered outdoor living space is a true extension of the home. Not only is it wired for music, but the outdoor lighting allows you to entertain even after the sun goes down. The Fiberon composite deck overlooks a pool and landscaped grounds as well.
External & Landscape Works To 1930s Art Deco Queenslander
External & Landscape Works To 1930s Art Deco Queenslander
Dion Seminara ArchitectureDion Seminara Architecture
External & Landscape Works To 1930s Art Deco Queenslander
Design ideas for a large traditional back terrace in Brisbane with a roof extension.
Decks & Patios
Decks & Patios
All Inclusive ConstructionAll Inclusive Construction
This is an example of a large classic back terrace in New York with a roof extension.
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Phoenix Patio Systems (Patio Partners)Phoenix Patio Systems (Patio Partners)
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Phoenix with a roof extension.
Covered Deck
Covered Deck
TJ Bush Enterprises, IncTJ Bush Enterprises, Inc
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Lake Norman Outdoor Living Space
Lake Norman Outdoor Living Space
Distinctive Design / Build / Remodel, LLC.Distinctive Design / Build / Remodel, LLC.
An expansive deck with built-in hot tub overlooks Lake Norman. Fiberon deck boards are a low-maintenance answer for people who want to spend more time relaxing on their deck than scraping and painting or staining it.
TimberTech
TimberTech
TimberTechTimberTech
Photo of a medium sized classic back terrace in Chicago with a roof extension.
Brooks Project
Brooks Project
The DeckspertsThe Decksperts
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back terrace in Boston with a roof extension.
Lanais
Lanais
American Deck & Sunroom Co.American Deck & Sunroom Co.
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Affordable Views By RJB Construction INC.Affordable Views By RJB Construction INC.
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in Denver with a roof extension.
Screened Porch Ferrisburgh
Screened Porch Ferrisburgh
Lewis Creek BuildersLewis Creek Builders
This is an example of a classic terrace in Burlington with a roof extension.
Asheville 1267 Model Home
Asheville 1267 Model Home
AR Homes by American Eagle BuildersAR Homes by American Eagle Builders
Deck of the Arthur Rutenberg Homes Asheville 1267 model home built by Greenville, SC home builders, American Eagle Builders.
This is an example of a large classic back terrace in Other with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Covered Deck with Fireplace
Covered Deck with Fireplace
KNK Construction, LLCKNK Construction, LLC
BrandonCPhoto
Design ideas for a large classic back terrace in Baltimore with a roof extension and skirting.
Four Generations in Manoa
Four Generations in Manoa
Nancy Schnur of Universal Interiors, LLCNancy Schnur of Universal Interiors, LLC
This covered lanai, as it is called in Hawaii, has lighting and music along with all of the comforts of the living room inside. It expands the living space when entertaining and provides a cool place to rest on warm afternoons. Rick Doyle Photography

Traditional Terrace with a Roof Extension 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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