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World-Inspired Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Architect's Modern Home in Makapala
Architect's Modern Home in Makapala
Beth Thoma Robinson R(B) Hawaii LifeBeth Thoma Robinson R(B) Hawaii Life
RealTours Hawaii
Photo of a small world-inspired terrace in Hawaii.
The Barefoot Bay Cottage
The Barefoot Bay Cottage
The DesignoryThe Designory
The Barefoot Bay Cottage is the first-holiday house to be designed and built for boutique accommodation business, Barefoot Escapes (www.barefootescapes.com.au). Working with many of The Designory’s favourite brands, it has been designed with an overriding luxe Australian coastal style synonymous with Sydney based team. The newly renovated three bedroom cottage is a north facing home which has been designed to capture the sun and the cooling summer breeze. Inside, the home is light-filled, open plan and imbues instant calm with a luxe palette of coastal and hinterland tones. The contemporary styling includes layering of earthy, tribal and natural textures throughout providing a sense of cohesiveness and instant tranquillity allowing guests to prioritise rest and rejuvenation. Images captured by Jessie Prince
RAJ RESIDENCE
RAJ RESIDENCE
CynosureCynosure
YOGESH RAVICHANDRAN
Photo of a world-inspired terrace in Chennai.
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haus-flow/地域のオアシスとしての平屋中庭付き住宅
haus-flow/地域のオアシスとしての平屋中庭付き住宅
一級建築士事務所haus一級建築士事務所haus
haus-flow　Photo by 森本大助
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired courtyard terrace in Other with a roof extension.
CHEZ CATHERINE
CHEZ CATHERINE
Jours & NuitsJours & Nuits
Jours & Nuits © 2017 Houzz
Design ideas for a world-inspired terrace in Paris with a pergola.
回廊平家
回廊平家
アーキテクチャーリンクライフ株式会社アーキテクチャーリンクライフ株式会社
中庭、ウッドデッキ、平屋
Inspiration for a world-inspired courtyard ground level terrace in Kyoto with no cover and feature lighting.
Queen Anne Upper Deck
Queen Anne Upper Deck
UserUser
Trio of matching containers in a tropical design.
Design ideas for a small world-inspired roof terrace in Seattle with a potted garden and no cover.
courthouse in 加古川
courthouse in 加古川
田中一郎建築事務所田中一郎建築事務所
中庭を通して各部屋が緩やかにつながりますphoto KazushiHirano
Design ideas for a world-inspired courtyard terrace in Kobe with no cover and feature lighting.
Exotique Terrasse En Bois Et Balcon
Exotique Terrasse En Bois Et Balcon
Nicolas Matheus PhotographeNicolas Matheus Photographe
Photo of a world-inspired terrace in Paris with a potted garden.
Old Naples
Old Naples
Design Studio by RaymondDesign Studio by Raymond
Exterior Andersen French Doors.
World-inspired terrace in Miami.
Japanese Garden Deck
Japanese Garden Deck
SD Independent ConstructionSD Independent Construction
Ipe hardwood deck and potting bench; Photo-Mark Edgar
Photo of a world-inspired terrace in San Diego with a water feature.
Pagoda
Pagoda
Otoniel Solis Inc.Otoniel Solis Inc.
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired back terrace in Los Angeles with a pergola.
Kauai lake one
Kauai lake one
Tropical Architecture Group, Inc.Tropical Architecture Group, Inc.
Tropical resort style estate home
Inspiration for a world-inspired terrace in Hawaii.
Bali Style Retreat
Bali Style Retreat
ecodesign Pty Ltdecodesign Pty Ltd
Images By Peter Brennan Integrated outdoor sitting room with outdoor fireplace. Three blocks of Bifold doors link the indoor living areas and invite you out onto the hardwood decking with linear pond with fountain bubblers. Privacy created with tiger grass and stylised bamboo laser cut steel panel screens timber battens are also used.
Orchid
Orchid
Blackband DesignBlackband Design
Interior Design: Blackband Design Build: Patterson Custom Homes Architecture: Andrade Architects Photography: Ryan Garvin
This is an example of a large world-inspired roof rooftop terrace in Orange County with a fire feature and no cover.
Maui Meadows Residence
Maui Meadows Residence
ARQUITECTURAARQUITECTURA
Architect- Marc Taron Contractor- 3D Builders Photography- Dan Cunningham
Design ideas for a large world-inspired wire cable railing terrace in Hawaii with a roof extension.
house-04 renovation
house-04 renovation
dwarfdwarf
This is an example of a world-inspired side terrace in Other with a roof extension.
Outdoor Kitchen and Redwood Deck
Outdoor Kitchen and Redwood Deck
Creative Zen, Inc. Landscape Designer & ContractorCreative Zen, Inc. Landscape Designer & Contractor
Elevated redwood deck and custom built-in bbq counter with concrete countertop.
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired back terrace in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Classical Japanese Meets American Techno-Luxe
Classical Japanese Meets American Techno-Luxe
UserUser
Photo of a large world-inspired back terrace in San Francisco with no cover.

World-Inspired 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.
Exotic Decking, Stairs, and Privacy Screen
Exotic Decking, Stairs, and Privacy Screen
Kayu Canada Inc.Kayu Canada Inc.
A Red Balau Batu deck and privacy screen might be what your backyard needs. The exotic hardwood really makes your yard feel like a tropical paradise. Located in Calgary, Alberta Supplied by Kayu Canada Inc.
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