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Budget Small Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Roof Deck Addition
Roof Deck Addition
Archology, LLCArchology, LLC
We had to remove a very 70's roof line and a falling apart addition and we replaced it with a new kitchen, roof deck, and a pergola over half.
Cedar Deck with cable railing
Cedar Deck with cable railing
Home Restoration Services, Inc.Home Restoration Services, Inc.
This table was built by the homeowner using Redwood salvaged from the original deck. Designed, built and photographed by Donn McLellan.
Railings
Railings
Viewpoint Decking LtdViewpoint Decking Ltd
The Lido Deck Refuge
The Lido Deck Refuge
Eurodale Developments IncEurodale Developments Inc
Andrew Snow Photography
Staircase with New Aluminum Railing
Staircase with New Aluminum Railing
Tri-City Cedar Inc.Tri-City Cedar Inc.
Brown Pressure Treated stairs
Cedar Deck Stain Novi MI
Cedar Deck Stain Novi MI
Apex Deck and Surface RestorationApex Deck and Surface Restoration
Corey Miller
Chris Bell Landscaping
Chris Bell Landscaping
Chris Bell LandscapingChris Bell Landscaping
Courtyard with Rock
Courtyard with Rock
Sandrin Leung Inc.Sandrin Leung Inc.
This house was designed to capitalize on the incredible rock bluff at the rear of the property. The living room encloses a portion of the bluff inside while windows in the bedroom and shower look onto its rough and quiet surface. The home is organized with active living on the left, serene courtyard in the middle, and private bedrooms in the right wing. A stair is designed to go up the rock bluff to a 20 ft x 20 ft platform with a firepit and hot tub. Climbing higher is more of a challenge but is well rewarded with a view to the ocean to the east and the inlet to the west. (photo by Ana Sandrin)
Burke House
Burke House
Holbrook Custom DesignsHolbrook Custom Designs
After
Pi7
Pi7
Tomás da SilvaTomás da Silva
Tomás da Silva
Compact Deck Design
Compact Deck Design
FlexfenceFlexfence
Terrific design for a compact deck! Designed by Karen Cawthra, built by Oliver Gillis from Halifax, NS.
Front Porch Remodel
Front Porch Remodel
UserUser
A new front porch remodel to an existing house. Materials include ipe stairs and landing, stainless steel cable rail, polycarbonate canopy.
Backyard Renovation
Backyard Renovation
Braverman DesignBraverman Design
SIMLA GEEBUNG
SIMLA GEEBUNG
Ivy Rose Interior DesignIvy Rose Interior Design
Entry Stairway on a Slope
Entry Stairway on a Slope
Freeman Construction LtdFreeman Construction Ltd
Freeman Construction Ltd
Inner South - Outdoor Living
Inner South - Outdoor Living
Plan It GreenPlan It Green
The Solarspan floating roof provided a covered external area and required minimal integration with the existing roof which greatly reduced costs. The 'edeck' premium Jarrah decking and screens creates a warm and inviting outdoor space. Claudine Thornton - 4 Corners Photo
Fall Containers
Fall Containers
Smalls LandscapingSmalls Landscaping
Sitting on the back deck watching the leaves turn colors. Why not add a colorful Fall container to bring some life into the mix while the leaves fall and landscapes start to go into Winter mode.
Claustra et terrasse en bois
Claustra et terrasse en bois
Arbo PaysagesArbo Paysages
extension de la terrasse existante en pin marron et pose de claustra bois
Arbor
Arbor
UserUser
Historisches Reihenhaus, Sanierung in Eckernförde
Historisches Reihenhaus, Sanierung in Eckernförde
schulteplanschulteplan

Budget Small 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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