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Affordable Contemporary Terrace Ideas and Designs

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StruXures Pergola
StruXures Pergola
EdgeWork Design BuildEdgeWork Design Build
StruXures pergola system with power operated louvred ceiling. Change from open air to covered in a matter of seconds.
Deck Addition
Deck Addition
SM Architecture StudioSM Architecture Studio
Upper East Side Contemporary Terrace Garden Design
Upper East Side Contemporary Terrace Garden Design
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
What a difference a day makes! In one day, we totally transformed this terrace from barren to beautiful. Playing on a contemporary Zen theme, we planted bamboo, a weeping cherry, a crape myrtle, hydrangeas, petunias, feather grasses, and creeping Jenny. We recommended a contemporary looking seating arrangement with red chairs for a pop of bright color. Even a small space like this feels totally different with the addition of lush plantings. The bamboo really helps to soften the view of a nearby building. While it’s almost impossible to have complete privacy in a space like this, the plantings create enough of a buffer to make the space feel more intimate and enclosed than it did previously. See more of our projects at www.amberfreda.com.
Midcentury Modern Outdoor Spaces
Midcentury Modern Outdoor Spaces
exactly.exactly.
CJ South
Vinyl Covered Decks
Vinyl Covered Decks
Mountain View Sun Decks Ltd.Mountain View Sun Decks Ltd.
Louvered Roofs
Louvered Roofs
Aesthetic Design & Build LlcAesthetic Design & Build Llc
This Des Peres, Missouri deck project features both an under deck ceiling and an opening and closing louvered roof. Fans can be installed for additional comfort, and the adjustable roof moves to allow any amount of sunlight you desire.
Villa for sale in Santa Ponsa
Villa for sale in Santa Ponsa
HEIMBURGERHEIMBURGER
Outdoor Living Room
Outdoor Living Room
SD Independent ConstructionSD Independent Construction
Custom Trex deck with cedar framed stainless steel cable railings. Custom shade sail and cedar framed structure provide shade for this outdoor dining space. Brown trex was used to cap off the natural wood railings for durability and ease of maintenance.
Vertical Cable Railing
Vertical Cable Railing
East Coast Cable SolutionsEast Coast Cable Solutions
Contemporary outdoor vertical cable railing for an unobstructed garden view. Photo: Ted Ruben J&L Building Products
Horizontal Deck Railing In Bloomfield Hills
Horizontal Deck Railing In Bloomfield Hills
Great Lakes Metal FabricationGreat Lakes Metal Fabrication
The home’s modest proportions call for appropriate deck treatment. But discreet pops of color hint at an exciting interior. In the same way, the horizontal metal rail fades at distances but up close makes a statement.

To read more about this project, click here or start at the Great Lakes Metal Fabrication metal railing page.
Smart Home 2KR
Smart Home 2KR
in_design architekturin_design architektur
Alexandra Lechner
Fence with double gate
Fence with double gate
Megorden ConstructionMegorden Construction
powder coated stainless steel double gate with stainless steel cable
02-27- Loft Lorraine
02-27- Loft Lorraine
Studio d'Architecture Nadege ChoffelStudio d'Architecture Nadege Choffel
Indoor-Outdoor Living - Santa Cruz Deck Addition
Indoor-Outdoor Living - Santa Cruz Deck Addition
Shannon DemmaShannon Demma
Beautiful deck & trellis project that connects to the kitchen and dining room for an amazing indoor - outdoor connection.
Multi-level composite deck
Multi-level composite deck
Stump's Decks and PorchesStump's Decks and Porches
Steps off of a 45 degree corner eliminates the "boxed" look. This shot demonstrates the good looks of black balusters and white/tan railing combination.
Williamstown house
Williamstown house
rosstang architectsrosstang architects
Arcadia Louvered Roofs for decks
Arcadia Louvered Roofs for decks
Adjustable Patio Covers, NE, LLCAdjustable Patio Covers, NE, LLC
Arcadia Louvered Roofs give you more enjoyment of the deck with protection from hot sun, rain and snow.
Boise Residence
Boise Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Deck at dusk. Photo by Clark Dugger
Greenlake 2013
Greenlake 2013
Sound Painting Solutions, LLCSound Painting Solutions, LLC
Deck cleaning in Greenlake, Seattle, WA.
Ipe multi-level deck in Greenwich, CT
Ipe multi-level deck in Greenwich, CT
Archadeck of Fairfield & Westchester CountiesArchadeck of Fairfield & Westchester Counties
Ipe multi-level deck by Archadeck of Southern Fairfield and Westchester Counties, Stamford, CT 06902

Affordable Contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a contemporary 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 contemporary 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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