Traditional Terrace Ideas and Designs

Monroe Trex decking with vinyl railings and LED lightning

Deck Guardian

Design ideas for a medium sized classic back terrace in New York with no cover.

Screened Porch with Composite Decking

Archadeck of Nova Scotia

At Archadeck of Nova Scotia we love any size project big or small. But, that being said, we have a soft spot for the projects that let us show off our talents! This Halifax house was no exception. The owners wanted a space to suit their outdoor lifestyle with materials to last far into the future. The choices were quite simple: stone veneer, Timbertech composite decking and glass railing. What better way to create that stability than with a solid foundation, concrete columns and decorative stone veneer? The posts were all wrapped with stone and match the retaining wall which was installed to help with soil retention and give the backyard more definition (it’s not too hard on the eyes either). A set of well-lit steps will guide you up the multi-level deck. The built-in planters soften the hardness of the Timbertech composite deck and provide a little visual relief. The two-tone aesthetic of the deck and railing are a stunning feature which plays up contrasting tones. From there it’s a game of musical chairs; we recommend the big round one on a September evening with a glass of wine and cozy blanket. We haven’t gotten there quite yet, but this property has an amazing view (you will see soon enough!). As to not spoil the view, we installed TImbertech composite railing with glass panels. This allows you to take in the surrounding sights while relaxing and not have those pesky balusters in the way. In any Canadian backyard, there is always the dilemma of dealing with mosquitoes and black flies! Our solution to this itchy problem is to incorporate a screen room as part of your design. This screen room in particular has space for dining and lounging around a fireplace, perfect for the colder evenings! Ahhh…there’s the view! From the top level of the deck you can really get an appreciation for Nova Scotia. Life looks pretty good from the top of a multi-level deck. Once again, we installed a composite and glass railing on the new composite deck to capture the scenery. What puts the cherry on top of this project is the balcony! One of the greatest benefits of composite decking and railing is that it can be curved to create beautiful soft edges. Imagine sipping your morning coffee and watching the sunrise over the water. If you want to know more about composite decking, railing or anything else you’ve seen that sparks your interest; give us a call! We’d love to hear from you.

The Heritage Haven 2016 Salt Lake Award Winning Parade Home

Alair 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.

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Whelon Deck

Boyce Renovations

Photo of a large traditional back terrace in Baltimore with no cover.

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Large traditional back terrace in Baltimore with no cover.

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Timothy Whealon Inc.

Max Kim-Bee
Photo of a classic roof rooftop terrace in New York with an awning.

Lake of The Woods

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Darryl Palapuz
Design ideas for a classic terrace in Other with no cover.

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Matthies Landscape Inc.

This is an example of a large classic back terrace in Chicago with a pergola.

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itsmyhelper.com

Mario B.
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Affordable Views By RJB Construction INC.

Medium sized traditional back terrace in Denver with no cover.

Traditional Deck

Inspiration for a traditional back terrace in San Francisco with a fire feature and a pergola.

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ROYAL Decks and Landscapes

Inspiration for a medium sized classic back terrace in Toronto with no cover.

Multi Level Deck Redo

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.

Bella Vista Homes

Bella Vista Homes LLC

Inspiration for a large traditional back terrace in Atlanta with a pergola.

Custom Multi-Level Deck with Screen Room

Back To Nature Decks

Medium sized classic back terrace in Philadelphia with a fire feature and no cover.

Milwauki Trex Select decking "Saddle"

Nw Outdoor Living and Renovation LLC

This is a Trex Select deck with cedar rails
Traditional terrace in Portland.

Raised Deck above Patio (detail)

Decks by Kiefer LLC

Photo of a large traditional back terrace in New York.

Seattle Solid-Stain Deck 2015

Sound Painting Solutions, LLC

Handrails and lattice stained in Sikkens Cetol SRD stain. Deck stained in Benjamin Moore Solid-Body ARBORCOAT stain.
This is an example of a medium sized classic back terrace in Seattle with no cover.

Robbinsville Deck Reconstruction

New Outlooks Construction

Have fun grilling and enjoying your family & friends with your own backyard deck. Our Robbinsville deck project is the perfect addition to your backyard!

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.

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Studio Munroe

Studio Munroe, Photography by Thomas Kuoh
This is an example of a medium sized classic terrace in San Francisco.

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