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Contemporary Terrace with a Fire Feature Ideas and Designs

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Hearthstead Exterior
Hearthstead Exterior
Structural Dimensions, Inc.Structural Dimensions, Inc.
Pacific Heights
Pacific Heights
Studio TerpelukStudio Terpeluk
Courtyard House
Courtyard House
Lloyd ArchitectsLloyd Architects
photo: Mark Weinberg
1780 Ridgecrest Drive
1780 Ridgecrest Drive
Stoneridge Custom DevelopmentStoneridge Custom Development
Spin Photography
Two-Story Custom Deck with Fire Pit
Two-Story Custom Deck with Fire Pit
Orange County Deck Co.Orange County Deck Co.
The goal for this custom two-story deck was to provide multiple spaces for hosting. The second story provides a great space for grilling and eating. The ground-level space has two separate seating areas - one covered and one surrounding a fire pit without covering.
Logan Square Rooftop Deck
Logan Square Rooftop Deck
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Dave Slivinski
LED Light Detail
LED Light Detail
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Matt Sener
Ipe Deck Overlooking Manhattan (view at dusk)
Ipe Deck Overlooking Manhattan (view at dusk)
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
Revelry at the penthouse
Revelry at the penthouse
Chicago Green Design Inc.Chicago Green Design Inc.
Dual Fire-tables to match the dual Umbrellas. We pierced the furniture with the mast of the Umbrella to create this custom look and to provide even shade. All this plus just an earshot away is a waterfall which adds the perfect touch to an already tricked out space!
Stunning & Luxurious Mercer Island Home
Stunning & Luxurious Mercer Island Home
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
John Wilbanks
Barton Hills Residence
Barton Hills Residence
A Parallel ArchitectureA Parallel Architecture
Topher Ayrhart
Modern Gold
Modern Gold
ID.ology Interiors & DesignID.ology Interiors & Design
Telegraph Hill Townhouse
Telegraph Hill Townhouse
Matarozzi Pelsinger BuildersMatarozzi Pelsinger Builders
Joe Fletcher
Harewood Residence
Harewood Residence
Texture Landscapes: a division of Texture GroupTexture Landscapes: a division of Texture Group
Lumo Photography
Upper East Side Penthouse
Upper East Side Penthouse
Cooper RobertsonCooper Robertson
Cedar Deck
Cedar Deck
Artistic Concrete SurfacesArtistic Concrete Surfaces
Lindsey Denny
Composite Deck with Bench
Composite Deck with Bench
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Bench with composite decking
Lake2018
Lake2018
Cooke Interiors StudioCooke Interiors Studio
Deck Addition
Deck Addition
SM Architecture StudioSM Architecture Studio
Firepits
Firepits
Gravel and GreenGravel and Green

Contemporary Terrace with a Fire Feature 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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