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World-Inspired Green Terrace Ideas and Designs

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jeevanand by preethi architects
jeevanand by preethi architects
Kiran Nama PhotographyKiran Nama Photography
kiran nama
Photo of a world-inspired roof rooftop terrace in Bengaluru with a pergola and feature lighting.
緑の家
緑の家
大槻　茂大槻　茂
Inspiration for a world-inspired terrace in Other with an awning.
Magical Oasis at Montage Residences
Magical Oasis at Montage Residences
Bassman Blaine HomeBassman Blaine Home
Medium sized world-inspired roof rooftop terrace in Hawaii with a roof extension and an outdoor kitchen.
CHEZ BEATRICE
CHEZ BEATRICE
Jours & NuitsJours & Nuits
Jours & Nuits © 2017 Houzz
This is an example of a world-inspired terrace in Montpellier.
Kayak rack Fish River
Kayak rack Fish River
UserUser
Built to last! Custom kayak rack made out of Epay wood from Brazil. This tropical hardwood will not rot or splinter. Designed and made in our shop. Photo by Mo Fitzgerald
Kauai Lake Front Estate
Kauai Lake Front Estate
Tropical Architecture Group, Inc.Tropical Architecture Group, Inc.
Inspiration for a world-inspired terrace in Hawaii with a potted garden.
Outdoor Spaces
Outdoor Spaces
Lowe's Home ImprovementLowe's Home Improvement
Build this low deck for entertaining or relaxing in your yard. Attatch a pergola and some white outdoor curtains for a truly Zen experience.
Inspiration for a world-inspired terrace in Charlotte.
Mid-Century Backyard
Mid-Century Backyard
Pacific Garden DesignPacific Garden Design
While these homeowners' 1966 Asian-inspired rancher was built for entertaining, the backyard wasn't living up to its potential. A combination of crumbling composite and wood decks wasn't functional and had become an eyesore, so they were replaced with an expanded single-level PVC deck. A new paver patio features a sunken fire pit and inset bench rocks, providing further space for entertaining. Additionally, a paver path wraps around the existing retaining wall and ramps up to the deck, providing a barrier-free entry to the house that will enable the homeowners to age in place.
折れ屋根の家
折れ屋根の家
株式会社岸研一建築設計事務所株式会社岸研一建築設計事務所
World-inspired terrace in Other with feature lighting.
Natural Waterfall & Tropical Gardens
Natural Waterfall & Tropical Gardens
Coastal Gardens Landscape Services, Inc.Coastal Gardens Landscape Services, Inc.
Design ideas for a world-inspired back terrace in Tampa with a water feature and no cover.
Dallington Terrace
Dallington Terrace
Nick Leith-Smith Architecture + DesignNick Leith-Smith Architecture + Design
Photographer Clive Nichols
Inspiration for a world-inspired terrace in London.
A design with multiple personalities, Zen and religions
A design with multiple personalities, Zen and religions
Oliver Interior DesignOliver Interior Design
Oliver Chung, Ting Chung
Design ideas for a small world-inspired courtyard terrace in Other with no cover.
Villa DC
Villa DC
Arnaud GallouArnaud Gallou
Thomas Dupaigne
This is an example of a large world-inspired back terrace in Bordeaux with a potted garden and no cover.
志太の家
志太の家
鍋田さつき設計事務所　一級建築士事務所鍋田さつき設計事務所　一級建築士事務所
室内とつながるデッキ
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired terrace in Other.
Hamptons Country House
Hamptons Country House
CezignCezign
Photo of a world-inspired terrace in New York.
An Apartment, Surat
An Apartment, Surat
Aangan ArchitectsAangan Architects
World-inspired terrace in Other.
Tiki Bar/Hut
Tiki Bar/Hut
WSL IncWSL Inc
Inspiration for an expansive world-inspired back terrace in Other.
Bondi garden
Bondi garden
Quercus GardensQuercus Gardens
Corrie Bond
This is an example of a world-inspired back terrace in Sydney with no cover.
Vivienda en la Costa Brava
Vivienda en la Costa Brava
Tinda's Project S.L.Tinda's Project S.L.
Proyecto de estilo mediterráneo en el Corazón de la Costa Brava. · Interiorismo realizado por Tinda's Project.
Inspiration for a world-inspired terrace in Barcelona.
Sage Residence
Sage Residence
HABITAT Landscape ArchitectureHABITAT Landscape Architecture
Connected by a series of boardwalks and surrounded by a sea of Blue Oat Grass a small deck protected by an existing fence invites one for solitary contemplation.

World-Inspired Green 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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