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Walkout Basement Grilling Paradise
Walkout Basement Grilling Paradise
Premier Outdoor SpacePremier Outdoor Space
Aluminum stairs
Inspiration for a large classic back ground level metal railing terrace in Louisville.
Boulos
Boulos
Kehoe Kustom, LLCKehoe Kustom, LLC
Bob Skinner
Large traditional back terrace in New York with no cover.
Fiberon Deck in Salisbury, North Carolina
Fiberon Deck in Salisbury, North Carolina
Fiberon DeckingFiberon Decking
Fiberon ProTect Advantage Composite Decking in Chestnut and Horizon Railing built in Salisbury, North Carolina by Deckscapes (Pineville, North Carolina).
Trex Composite Decking.
Trex Composite Decking.
American Deck and PatioAmerican Deck and Patio
Built in Winchester, VA for the Trex Company. Low level deck allows for alternate design elements such as wide cascading steps, planter boxes, and custom benches. Notice use of mutiple material colors.
Outdoor Living with Style
Outdoor Living with Style
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Medium sized traditional terrace in Seattle.
Denver Outdoor Living
Denver Outdoor Living
Colorado Native General ContractingColorado Native General Contracting
Enclosed hot tub with outdoor shower. Built with Trex Decking.
Photo of a medium sized traditional back ground level wire cable railing terrace in Denver with a roof extension.
une terrasse foisonnante!
une terrasse foisonnante!
L'esprit au vertL'esprit au vert
This is an example of a medium sized traditional roof private terrace in Paris.
stamped concrete patio and deck 0032
stamped concrete patio and deck 0032
HaiJoe Stamped Concrete Patios and DecksHaiJoe Stamped Concrete Patios and Decks
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back terrace in Other.
Outdoor Living Space
Outdoor Living Space
Community Builders, LLCCommunity Builders, LLC
Added new composite (Azek) deck with hidden fasteners, built in bench, step lighting, new lighting fixtures, new sliding glass door off dining room, Covered area with skylights and recessed lighting, tongue and groove cedar ceiling and cedar post and beam wraps.
Landscapes
Landscapes
MayCreek LandscapingMayCreek Landscaping
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Farmhouse deck
Farmhouse deck
Miles Deck ConstructionMiles Deck Construction
Farmhouse deck with gray decking and white rails to compliment the existing home finish. Stone veneer to match the existing foundation finish.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back terrace in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen.
Sandy Springs - Atlanta, GA
Sandy Springs - Atlanta, GA
Outback Deck, Inc.Outback Deck, Inc.
Photo of a large classic back terrace in Atlanta with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
14th & McDonald Renovation
14th & McDonald Renovation
Wismer & Mathieson Projects Ltd.Wismer & Mathieson Projects Ltd.
Exterior update with porcelain tile decking finish, clear cedar soffit, black trim, heritage rock-dash stucco, and custom privacy screen.
Photo of a medium sized classic back terrace in Vancouver with no cover.
Hayfield Covered Patio & Pool
Hayfield Covered Patio & Pool
Gasper Landscape Design and ConstructionGasper Landscape Design and Construction
Rob Cardillo
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Philadelphia with a roof extension and a bar area.
AZEK/TIMBERTECH DECKS
AZEK/TIMBERTECH DECKS
Mentor Installed ServicesMentor Installed Services
Large traditional back terrace in Cleveland with a fire feature and no cover.
Parade of Homes Columbus OH
Parade of Homes Columbus OH
The Stairway ShopThe Stairway Shop
Photo of a large traditional roof terrace in San Diego with no cover.
Hilltop Backyard Retreat - Sue Oda Landscape Design
Hilltop Backyard Retreat - Sue Oda Landscape Design
ilumus, llc.ilumus, llc.
Multi-tiered outdoor deck with hot tub feature give the owners numerous options for utilizing their backyard space.
Inspiration for a large classic back mixed railing terrace in San Francisco with a potted garden and a pergola.
Full Home Remodel
Full Home Remodel
Pearl RemodelingPearl Remodeling
This house was only 1,100 SF with 2 bedrooms and one bath. In this project we added 600SF making it 4+3 and remodeled the entire house. The house now has amazing polished concrete floors, modern kitchen with a huge island and many contemporary features all throughout.
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.
Deck - Traditional - 1
Deck - Traditional - 1
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back terrace in Manchester with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.

Premium 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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