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Back Terrace Ideas and Designs

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bepflanzte Cortenstahlkübel
bepflanzte Cortenstahlkübel
Gärten von HeiningerGärten von Heininger
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Custom Deck with Kiva Fireplace
Custom Deck with Kiva Fireplace
Conant Construction LLCConant Construction LLC
This two tiered deck is built with composite decking material and includes a cedar pergola with custom rafter tails. The cedar fence ensures privacy while the custom kiva fireplace adds comfort to a cool evening.
Transitional Deck
Transitional Deck
Screened Porch Replacement in Potomac, MD
Screened Porch Replacement in Potomac, MD
Design Builders, Inc.Design Builders, Inc.
Rockridge Redux - Extending an Elegant Home Outdoors
Rockridge Redux - Extending an Elegant Home Outdoors
Ian Moore DesignIan Moore Design
This Ipe privacy screen - enclosed stair connects the deck above with the side yard hot tub area below. The custom gate integrates seamlessly with the surrounding privacy screens and keeps rambunctious pets on the desired level - up or down. All metal work and custom Ipe milling completed by Ian Moore Design, Inc. Photo: Ian Moore Design, Inc.
Cedar Deck with a Lattice Privacy Fence and Mini Arbor - San Antonio, TX
Cedar Deck with a Lattice Privacy Fence and Mini Arbor - San Antonio, TX
Diamond DecksDiamond Decks
Decks & Arbors
Decks & Arbors
Like Father Like Son ConstructionLike Father Like Son Construction
Two-Tone Trex Deck
Two-Tone Trex Deck
Square Deal Construction Company, LLCSquare Deal Construction Company, LLC
Ipe Rooftop Deck with Stainless Steel Railing
Ipe Rooftop Deck with Stainless Steel Railing
Decking Solutions, LLCDecking Solutions, LLC
Pergola and Outdoor Kitchen
Pergola and Outdoor Kitchen
GJK Building & RemodelingGJK Building & Remodeling
Ipe Deck Overlooking Manhattan (detail, with fire pit and built-in seating)
Ipe Deck Overlooking Manhattan (detail, with fire pit and built-in seating)
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
Meranti bench on ipe deck with staircase, situated opposite an open fire pit and flanked on either side by built-in planters
Custom Home Build
Custom Home Build
America Green BuildersAmerica Green Builders
Island Retreat
Island Retreat
Bromley Caldari Architects PCBromley Caldari Architects PC
Corey's Fence
Corey's Fence
UserUser
Stained Cedar Wood Fence shown after two coats. The WoodScapes water-based semi-transparent stain is "3502 Mission Wall" from Sherwin Williams. The stain itself has a 5-year warranty.
Privacy Screen
Privacy Screen
Longboard Architectural ProductsLongboard Architectural Products
ERIC DEMY - AMABOIS - LEGE CAP FERRET
ERIC DEMY - AMABOIS - LEGE CAP FERRET
RODOLPHE ROBINRODOLPHE ROBIN
IMAGES DU JOUR / RODOLPHE ROBIN
Tracy Project
Tracy Project
Timberline Patio CoversTimberline Patio Covers
This project is a huge gable style patio cover with covered deck and aluminum railing with glass and cable on the stairs. The Patio cover is equipped with electric heaters, tv, ceiling fan, skylights, fire table, patio furniture, and sound system. The decking is a composite material from Timbertech and had hidden fasteners.
Trex "Spice Rum" deck - Prescott AZ
Trex "Spice Rum" deck - Prescott AZ
Chalk Hill LLCChalk Hill LLC
Covered composite patio deck with recessed lighting and "cocktail rail". Pet friendly with easy cleanup! sedonadecks.com
Deck - Traditional - 3
Deck - Traditional - 3
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
Tree Top Escape
Tree Top Escape
CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTSCHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS

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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