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Traditional Terrace with All Types of Cover Ideas and Designs

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Cedar Deck with a Lattice Privacy Fence and Mini Arbor - San Antonio, TX
Cedar Deck with a Lattice Privacy Fence and Mini Arbor - San Antonio, TX
Diamond DecksDiamond Decks
Small classic back terrace in Other with a pergola.
Ken Caryl wrap around Deck
Ken Caryl wrap around Deck
A Deck Company, A Basement CompanyA Deck Company, A Basement Company
Photo of a large classic back terrace in Denver with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Shoal Lookout - Balcony
Shoal Lookout - Balcony
Emerge Design, Inc.Emerge Design, Inc.
Inspiration for a large traditional back terrace in Vancouver with a roof extension.
Deck and Pergola on Vintage Austin, TX, Home
Deck and Pergola on Vintage Austin, TX, Home
Archadeck of AustinArchadeck of Austin
Archadeck of Austin offers a choice of standard or premium pergolas, and this client selected the premium pergola, our most popular option. For our premium pergolas, we use 4×12″ beams, 6×6″ posts and 2×10″ boards for the rafters with 16” on center spacing. In contrast, our competition uses 2×8″ beams and posts and 2×8″ rafters that are 24” on center, resulting in a pergola that is less sturdy and provides less shade. The Archadeck of Austin premium pergola looks beefier, is stronger and will last longer than those built by our competition. Plus, our 16” on center spacing provides the optimum amount of shade on a hot Texas day. Photos courtesy Archadeck of Austin.
Hayfield Covered Patio & Pool
Hayfield Covered Patio & Pool
Gasper Landscape Design and ConstructionGasper Landscape Design and Construction
Rob Cardillo
Photo of a medium sized traditional back terrace in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Ocean Front Custom Home
Ocean Front Custom Home
Bunting Construction Co.Bunting Construction Co.
Photo of a large classic back terrace in Atlanta with a roof extension.
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.
Decks
Decks
Custom Home Specialties Inc.Custom Home Specialties Inc.
Design ideas for a small traditional back terrace in San Diego with a pergola.
Jackson
Jackson
Landmark LandscapingLandmark Landscaping
Medium sized traditional back terrace in San Diego with a pergola.
Sunrooms/ Screened Rooms
Sunrooms/ Screened Rooms
American Deck & Sunroom Co.American Deck & Sunroom Co.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back terrace in Louisville with a roof extension.
TimberTech
TimberTech
TimberTechTimberTech
Photo of a medium sized classic back terrace in Chicago with a roof extension.
Porches and Decks
Porches and Decks
Brothers Services CompanyBrothers Services Company
This deck addition has indoor/ outdoor features that gives you the best of both worlds. A screened in area with large windows and an upper and lower level duradeck, outside.
Covered Outdoor Living Fireplace
Covered Outdoor Living Fireplace
Worthington Design & RemodelingWorthington Design & Remodeling
A fireplace was added to allow the space to be enjoyed on cool evenings or winter months. New outdoor furniture, wood ceiling, and a TV above the fireplace finished the look and created a very homey feel.
Kiawah Classic updated Shingle Style oceanfront home
Kiawah Classic updated Shingle Style oceanfront home
Christopher A Rose AIA, ASIDChristopher A Rose AIA, ASID
Holger Obenaus Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back terrace in Charleston with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Covered Deck with Fireplace
Covered Deck with Fireplace
KNK Construction, LLCKNK Construction, LLC
BrandonCPhoto
This is an example of a large classic back terrace in Baltimore with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Bellevue
Bellevue
Johnbuildsv LLCJohnbuildsv LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back terrace in Seattle with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Kiawah Island
Kiawah Island
Beth Webb InteriorsBeth Webb Interiors
Emily Followill
This is an example of a traditional back terrace in Atlanta with a roof extension and feature lighting.
Decks
Decks
Inside Out Design and ConstructionInside Out Design and Construction
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back terrace in New York with a pergola.
Cedar Pergola
Cedar Pergola
Ralston ExteriorsRalston Exteriors
Design ideas for a small traditional back terrace in Other with a pergola.
Patios and Decks
Patios and Decks
Treehouse WoodworksTreehouse Woodworks
This is an example of a large classic back terrace in Oklahoma City with a pergola.

Traditional Terrace with All Types of Cover 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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