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Notting Hill Extension and Full Renovation
Notting Hill Extension and Full Renovation
Aflux DesignsAflux Designs
Classic terrace in London.
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
Transitional Terrace
Transitional Terrace
Design ideas for a classic terrace in Sussex.
Find the right local pro for your project
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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.
Whole house renovation - Chapel Hill NC
Whole house renovation - Chapel Hill NC
Steven Paul Whitsitt PhotographySteven Paul Whitsitt Photography
©StevenPaulWhitsitt_Photography New deck - built to face into back garden with direct access to newly redesigned main floor living areas. Design & Construction by Cederberg Kitchens and Additions http://www.cederbergkitchens.com/
Pittsford Deck stain
Pittsford Deck stain
M.B. LIND PAINTINGM.B. LIND PAINTING
Fineshed deck
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back terrace in New York with a potted garden and no cover.
Franktown
Franktown
Total Construction SolutionsTotal Construction Solutions
Photo of a large classic back terrace in Denver with a pergola.
Custom Deck Update and Over Hang Roof
Custom Deck Update and Over Hang Roof
Zia Construction LLCZia Construction LLC
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in Seattle with 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.
Beacon Hill Flat
Beacon Hill Flat
Carpenter & MacNeilleCarpenter & MacNeille
Michael J. Lee Photography
Design ideas for a classic terrace in Boston with no cover.
VS#1
VS#1
Vision Scapes & AssociatesVision Scapes & Associates
Inspiration for a large classic back terrace in San Francisco with a pergola and fencing.
Trex Composite Deck
Trex Composite Deck
Rock Star Construction LLCRock Star Construction LLC
Large traditional back terrace in Cleveland with no cover.
Getting all decked out. The latest in decking materials.
Getting all decked out. The latest in decking materials.
Southern SupplySouthern Supply
Duralife Siesta Decking, Golden Teak
This is an example of a large classic back terrace in Other with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Stone House
Stone House
KohlMark Architects and BuildersKohlMark Architects and Builders
Greg Hadley Photography
Photo of a traditional back terrace in DC Metro with no cover and skirting.
AZEK Deck Acacia and AZEK Deck Kona
AZEK Deck Acacia and AZEK Deck Kona
TimberTechTimberTech
Low maintenance, stain- and scratch-resistant AZEK Deck carries a limited lifetime warranty and is designed to last beautifully. Available in 17 colors and several grain textures, AZEK Deck has a color to complement any housing exterior. Shown here is AZEK Deck in Acacia with AZEK Deck in Kona used as a border. Offering easy living at its finest, AZEK Deck lets you enhance your backyard experience. With superior workability, AZEK Deck is perfect to create complete outdoor spaces with built-in benches, planters, and even works great around hot tubs and pools.
Cragmont Deck
Cragmont Deck
ilumus, llc.ilumus, llc.
Sue Oda - Landscape Architect Andrew Gregor - Blue Dog Renovation & Construction Ramona d'Viola - ilumus photography
This is an example of a large traditional back terrace in San Francisco with a potted garden and no cover.
Bernardsville, NJ TimberTech Deck with Fiberon Railings
Bernardsville, NJ TimberTech Deck with Fiberon Railings
Deck ProsDeck Pros
This large deck in Bernardsville, NJ features low maintenance TimberTech decking and a Fiberon rail with black round aluminum balusters. The rail also features low voltage LED post caps. The underside of the deck is waterproofed to create a dry space for entertainment. A gutter is hidden inside the beam wrap to carry water away from the house. The underside of the stairs are enclosed for storage.
Composite Deck with Vinyl Pergola & Outdoor Fireplace in Bolingbrook, IL
Composite Deck with Vinyl Pergola & Outdoor Fireplace in Bolingbrook, IL
Archadeck of ChicagolandArchadeck of Chicagoland
Stunning outdoor living space includes a low maintenance TimberTech deck, a custom vinyl pergola, and a grand outdoor fireplace. A pergola for shade and a fireplace for warmth extends the time you can enjoy your outdoor living space. http://chicagoland.archadeck.com/
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.

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.
Traditional Deck
Traditional Deck
Design ideas for a classic terrace in Montreal.
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