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Contemporary Cable Railing Deck with Spiral Staircase
Contemporary Cable Railing Deck with Spiral Staircase
Core Outdoor LivingCore Outdoor Living
Beautiful upper and lower deck with Trex Rain Escape under the upper level. A spiral staircase was used to maximize space and aesthetics. Composite deck flooring is TimberTech Earthwood Evolutions Legacy with a cable railing. Located in Gainesville, VA
St Mary`s Place, Weybridge
St Mary`s Place, Weybridge
Concept InteriorsConcept Interiors
Trellis & Firepit Area - Northeast View
Trellis & Firepit Area - Northeast View
Krueger ArchitectsKrueger Architects
Unlimited Style Photography
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Greenfield Elevated Deck and Pergola
Greenfield Elevated Deck and Pergola
Fiano LandscapesFiano Landscapes
Not everyone has the backyard that suits a hardscape patio. Those situations sometimes call for a different approach....especially in this case! We built a second-level deck and pergola for this family outside of Greenfield. Cedar all around! They also wanted to retain their beautiful views. So we used a cable railing system that is safe and effective at preventing falls, but also perfect for maximizing those views. I think it turned out well, don't you? Sun-Dried tomatoes anyone?
Neubau Wohnhaus in Dresden
Neubau Wohnhaus in Dresden
Hildebrandt ArchitektenHildebrandt Architekten
Jan Rieger Werbefotografen Dresden
Project of the Month: August 2015
Project of the Month: August 2015
TCP Custom Outdoor LivingTCP Custom Outdoor Living
This stunning ceiling is a clear, smooth cedar with a natural finish. That finish was chosen to highlight the natural color variation in the cedar. The ceiling was framed to allow for the change in directions of the ceiling finish. The center was vaulted for the placement of an impressive chandelier and some indirect lighting. The vaulted area is finished with decorative tin.
TriBeCa, NYC Rooftop Terrace Landscaping
TriBeCa, NYC Rooftop Terrace Landscaping
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
Custom lattices with English ivy growing up brick wall.
Cheyne Terrace, Chelsea
Cheyne Terrace, Chelsea
Randle SiddeleyRandle Siddeley
Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Michael Norpell's Wall To WallMichael Norpell's Wall To Wall
Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan
Stairways
Stairways
Classical Stairways Inc.Classical Stairways Inc.
Manalapan Deck & Patio
Manalapan Deck & Patio
New Outlooks ConstructionNew Outlooks Construction
Why pay for a vacation when you have a backyard that looks like this? You don't need to leave the comfort of your own home when you have a backyard like this one. The deck was beautifully designed to comfort all who visit this home. Want to stay out of the sun for a little while? No problem! Step into the covered patio to relax outdoors without having to be burdened by direct sunlight. Photos by: Robert Woolley , Wolf
Penthouse - West Hampstead
Penthouse - West Hampstead
Wickenden HutleyWickenden Hutley
Stainless Steel Rooftop Hot Tub
Stainless Steel Rooftop Hot Tub
Diamond SpasDiamond Spas
Stainless steel spa with a bucket seat, lounger seats and multiple depth seating. 84" x 96" x 36" Photographer: Eric Laignel
Garden Design in Wandsworth, South West London
Garden Design in Wandsworth, South West London
Kate Eyre Garden DesignKate Eyre Garden Design
Kate Eyre Garden Design
garden roof penthouse
garden roof penthouse
Metroarea ArchitettiMetroarea Architetti
Marco Ravo
Roof Terrace at New Concordia Wharf
Roof Terrace at New Concordia Wharf
The Garden BuildersThe Garden Builders
Photography by John Bloom
superba avenue renovation VENICE
superba avenue renovation VENICE
mox construction incmox construction inc
Mox Meschler
Roswell Trex Deck
Roswell Trex Deck
DecksouthDecksouth
Outdoor Living - Ipe Deck
Outdoor Living - Ipe Deck
T.R. Builder, Inc.T.R. Builder, Inc.
Craig Davenport, ARC Imaging

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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