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Trex Deck with Outdoor Kitchen and Pavilion
Trex Deck with Outdoor Kitchen and Pavilion
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Trex Deck with pavilion, Napoleon wood burning fireplace and Twin Eagles outdoor kitchen.
Animal Cribs on Animal Planet Bathroom Project
Animal Cribs on Animal Planet Bathroom Project
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Premier Outdoor Living
Premier Outdoor Living
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Finished Projects
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The Bridge House
The Bridge House
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Contemporary Terrace
Contemporary Terrace
New Buffalo Lake House Exterior Deck and Outdoor Shower
New Buffalo Lake House Exterior Deck and Outdoor Shower
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CHEZ CATHERINE
CHEZ CATHERINE
Jours & NuitsJours & Nuits
Jours & Nuits © 2017 Houzz
61st Street
61st Street
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Peabody Napavine Deck
Peabody Napavine Deck
Total Construction ConsultantsTotal Construction Consultants
Round Hill, Virginia
Round Hill, Virginia
TREX COMPANY INCTREX COMPANY INC
Trex Select railing in Classic White and Pebble Grey cocktail rail. This deck also features Square LED Post Cap Lights and Stair Riser Lights from the Trex Deck Lighting collection.
Cool Composite Deck with Fire Pit
Cool Composite Deck with Fire Pit
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Central fire pit on composite deck
Mahogany Deck Restoration
Mahogany Deck Restoration
Color Brite PaintingColor Brite Painting
Inside Outside
Inside Outside
Bright Green GardenBright Green Garden
A lower deck, further down the garden, provides a shady spot to sit among the plants. © Deb Cass
LEED-Certified Greenwich Modern
LEED-Certified Greenwich Modern
HOBBS INCHOBBS INC
Architect: Amanda Martocchio Architecture & Design Photography: Michael Moran Project Year:2016 This LEED-certified project was a substantial rebuild of a 1960's home, preserving the original foundation to the extent possible, with a small amount of new area, a reconfigured floor plan, and newly envisioned massing. The design is simple and modern, with floor to ceiling glazing along the rear, connecting the interior living spaces to the landscape. The design process was informed by building science best practices, including solar orientation, triple glazing, rain-screen exterior cladding, and a thermal envelope that far exceeds code requirements.
Gold Stream Custom Deck Build
Gold Stream Custom Deck Build
Little Star RenovationsLittle Star Renovations
1005
1005
Moore Design WorksMoore Design Works
The roof deck reclaimed the outdoor space needed for the addition and provided new views for a client quickly being surrounded by tall, modern townhouses.
Decks
Decks
Montell ConstructionMontell Construction
deck projects
Retractable Awning over Deck
Retractable Awning over Deck
Majestic OutdoorMajestic Outdoor
Roof Mounted 20 x 16 ft. projection awning cowering a deck in Lincroft NJ
Fire Magic Grills
Fire Magic Grills
Fire Magic Grills - Robert H Peterson CompanyFire Magic Grills - Robert H Peterson Company

Back 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 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 design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a 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 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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