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Trex Deck
Trex Deck
Hughes LandscapingHughes Landscaping
Ground view of deck. Outwardly visible structural elements are wrapped in pVC. Photo Credit: Johnna Harrison
Large traditional back terrace in DC Metro with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Arbors
Arbors
Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.
Custom pergola designed and built by Atlanta Decking & Fence.
Design ideas for a small classic back terrace in Atlanta with a pergola.
Decks
Decks
American Deck and PatioAmerican Deck and Patio
Craig Westerman
Photo of a large classic back terrace in Baltimore with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Redwood Deck and Pergola, Hollywood Hills
Redwood Deck and Pergola, Hollywood Hills
YourDeckBuilder.comYourDeckBuilder.com
Photo of a small classic back terrace in Los Angeles with a potted garden and a pergola.
Boathouse
Boathouse
Scott W Bartholomew ArchitectureScott W Bartholomew Architecture
J Weiland
This is an example of a medium sized traditional side terrace in Other with a dock and a roof extension.
Napa Retreat
Napa Retreat
IrekoIreko
Jim Rascoe
Inspiration for a medium sized classic roof terrace in San Francisco with a roof extension.
Multilevel Ipe Deck w/stone inlay Randolph NJ
Multilevel Ipe Deck w/stone inlay Randolph NJ
Deck Remodelers.comDeck Remodelers.com
Gorgeous multilevel Ipe hardwood deck with stone inlay in sunken lounge area for fire bowl, Custom Ipe rails with Deckorator balusters, Our signature plinth block profile fascias. Our own privacy wall with faux pergola over eating area. Built in Ipe planters transition from upper to lower decks and bring a burst of color. The skirting around the base of the deck is all done in mahogany lattice and trimmed with Ipe. The lighting is all Timbertech. Give us a call today @ 973.729.2125 to discuss your project Sean McAleer
Modern Decking
Modern Decking
Heath CarpentryHeath Carpentry
redwood deck with steps
Medium sized classic back terrace in Los Angeles with a potted garden and a pergola.
Trex Composite Decking
Trex Composite Decking
American Deck and PatioAmerican Deck and Patio
Trex decking is curved. 16' x 14' functional space screen porch uses DreamScreen Motorized screen panels that retract vertically into attractive housing with remote control. Copper roof is beautiful accent to house.
Green Lake Classic Craftsman
Green Lake Classic Craftsman
RW Anderson HomesRW Anderson Homes
Traditional craftsman home with covered back patio.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back terrace in Seattle with a roof extension and feature lighting.
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.
Hudson Valley Views
Hudson Valley Views
Orange County Deck Co.Orange County Deck Co.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back first floor mixed railing terrace in New York with an awning.
Bexley Outdoor Kitchen & StruXure Motorized Pergola
Bexley Outdoor Kitchen & StruXure Motorized Pergola
Epic Group OhioEpic Group Ohio
All the details! Lights, fans, heaters, and don't forget the pizza oven! This outdoor living space lacked any sense of comfort, shade or luxury (see "Before" photo") prior to this renovation and now provides plenty of both for this family to relax, grill out, dine and make home made pizza in the oven...all while sitting under a motorized pergola that opens and closes at the touch of a button! Want to see it move? See more at www.struxure.com
Retractable Shade, Scarborough
Retractable Shade, Scarborough
ShadeFXShadeFX
Looking to cover an area not protected by foliage, Royal Decks continued their partnership with ShadeFX by installing a 14X14 retractable shade on these homeowner’s raised deck.
Sunset Idea House
Sunset Idea House
TimberTechTimberTech
William Short Photography For a third year in a row, AZEK® Building Products is proud to partner with Sunset magazine on its inspirational 2018 Silicon Valley Idea House, located in the beautiful town of Los Gatos, California. The design team utilized Weathered Teak™ from AZEK® Deck's Vintage Collection® to enhance the indoor-outdoor theme of this year's home. It's featured in three locations on the home including the front porch, back deck and lower-level patio. De Mattei Construction also used AZEK's Evolutions Rail® Contemporary and Bronze Riser lights to complete the stunning backyard entertainment area.
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.
Elmhurst Multi-Level Deck with Outdoor Kitchen
Elmhurst Multi-Level Deck with Outdoor Kitchen
Imperial Kitchens and Baths, Inc.Imperial Kitchens and Baths, Inc.
Kaskel Photography
Inspiration for an expansive traditional back terrace in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
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.
Outdoor Fixtures
Outdoor Fixtures
BLACK ROCK HOMES INCBLACK ROCK HOMES INC
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back terrace in Salt Lake City with a pergola.
Cool Composite Deck with Fire Pit
Cool Composite Deck with Fire Pit
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Central fire pit on composite deck
Inspiration for a large classic back metal railing terrace in Denver with a fire feature and an awning.

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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