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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.
Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8
Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8
Jemimah BarnettJemimah Barnett
Trees, wisteria and all other plantings designed and installed by Bright Green (brightgreen.co.uk) | Decking and pergola built by Luxe Projects London | Concrete dining table from Coach House | Spike lights and outdoor copper fairy lights from gardentrading.co.uk
Notting Hill Extension and Full Renovation
Notting Hill Extension and Full Renovation
Aflux DesignsAflux Designs
Classic terrace in London.
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Transitional Terrace
Transitional Terrace
Design ideas for a classic terrace in Sussex.
Contemporary Decked Garden
Contemporary Decked Garden
Pippa Schofield Garden DesignPippa Schofield Garden Design
Pippa Schofield
This is an example of a small classic terrace in London with a potted garden.
Screened Porch Replacement in Potomac, MD
Screened Porch Replacement in Potomac, MD
Design Builders, Inc.Design Builders, Inc.
Design ideas for a large traditional back terrace in DC Metro with no cover.
Deck rebuild and louver privacy wall.
Deck rebuild and louver privacy wall.
BONEHEAD STRUCTUREBONEHEAD STRUCTURE
1200 sq. ft. deck rebuild. New construction of custom louvered privacy wall.
Photo of a traditional terrace in New Orleans.
JD Garden, Hillsborough
JD Garden, Hillsborough
Steve Masley Consulting and DesignSteve Masley Consulting and Design
The garden 3 weeks after planting, on a foggy day. Photo by Steve Masley
Traditional terrace in San Francisco with a potted garden.
Contemporary Decks
Contemporary Decks
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
Elegant multi-level Ipe Deck features simple lines, built-in benches with an unobstructed view of terraced gardens and pool. (c) Decks by Kiefer ~ New jersey
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.
Sammamish Backyard Retreat
Sammamish Backyard Retreat
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Design ideas for a large traditional back terrace in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Beautiful Privacy Wall above Deck Railing on Raised Deck
Beautiful Privacy Wall above Deck Railing on Raised Deck
FlexfenceFlexfence
Linda, Pete Wodzinski Construction
This is an example of a medium sized classic back terrace in Toronto with fencing.
Wrap Around Deck -- Envision Distinction Spiced Teak composite deck
Wrap Around Deck -- Envision Distinction Spiced Teak composite deck
Envision Outdoor Living ProductsEnvision Outdoor Living Products
This balcony deck features Envision Outdoor Living Products. The composite decking is Spiced Teak from the Distinction Collection.
This is an example of a large classic back first floor terrace in Other with a fireplace.
DUPLEX EN MURCIA
DUPLEX EN MURCIA
Alberto García Diseño InteriorAlberto García Diseño Interior
Photo of a medium sized traditional back terrace in Other with a living wall and an awning.
Deck & Pergola w/ Privacy Wall for Hot Tub: Marion, TX
Deck & Pergola w/ Privacy Wall for Hot Tub: Marion, TX
Diamond DecksDiamond Decks
Diamond Decks can make your backyard dream a reality! It was an absolute pleasure working with our client to bring their ideas to life. Our goal was to design and develop a custom deck, pergola, and privacy wall that would offer the customer more privacy and shade while enjoying their hot tub. Our customer is now enjoying their backyard as well as their privacy!
Patio Planters
Patio Planters
Deco PlantersDeco Planters
Taupe Planter
Medium sized traditional back terrace in New York with no cover and a potted garden.
MIller Rd HIstoric restoration
MIller Rd HIstoric restoration
Lancor Construction Group, Inc.Lancor Construction Group, Inc.
Classic terrace in New York with no cover and a bbq area.
Quinn Project
Quinn Project
The DeckspertsThe Decksperts
This is an example of a large traditional back terrace in Boston with a fire feature and no cover.
Covered Deck with Fireplace
Covered Deck with Fireplace
KNK Construction, LLCKNK Construction, LLC
BrandonCPhoto
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in Baltimore with a fire feature and a roof extension.

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.
National Awarding Winning Deck 2014! Franklin Lakes Nj Outdoor Living Space
National Awarding Winning Deck 2014! Franklin Lakes Nj Outdoor Living Space
Deck Remodelers.comDeck Remodelers.com
Franklin Lakes NJ. Outdoor Great room with covered structure. A granite topped wet bar under the tv on the mahogany paneled wall. This fantastic room with a tigerwood cieling and Ipe columns has two built in heaters in the cieling to take the chill off while watching football on a crisp fall afternoon or dining at night. In the first picture you can see the gas fire feature built into the round circular bluestone area of the deck. A perfect gathering place under the stars. This is so much more than a deck it is year round outdoor living.
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