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Fiberon / Deckorators Deck in Summit, NJ
Fiberon / Deckorators Deck in Summit, NJ
Deck ProsDeck Pros
This beautiful backyard oasis resides in Summit, NJ. As you can see, the Fiberon Ipe color decking has quite a bit of variation to make it look more like real wood. A spa is built in next to the house. There is an access panel built into the decking. The black Deckorators CXT rail is accented with stainless steel balusters. The stairs and posts are lit with LED low voltage lighting.
Our Typical Project
Our Typical Project
christophermichaelmyerschristophermichaelmyers
To Just Terraces designer Christopher Myers, outdoor spaces on rooftops are like yacht gardens. They are limited by space and each element, from a spa seating area, to dining and bars but look incredible and be able to serve many purposes and layouts based on needs. Materials should vary in color and texture to keep the space interesting and uniquely desirable to those who will use it.
Fairfield
Fairfield
Nicholson CompaniesNicholson Companies
The ease and elegance of single level indoor-outdoor living, fusing stone, wood & natural light; and showcasing the striking Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island views just beyond the soft harmony of the bubbling Corten Steel water feature. Artisanal craftsmanship by luxury home builder Nicholson Companies.
Fresko Edward Allington
Fresko Edward Allington
Texturwerk WandgestaltungTexturwerk Wandgestaltung
Hoch über den Dächern der Metropole Frankfurt liegt zwischen der Skyline und dem Dom eine kleine Perle versteckt. Im Rahmen des spektakulären Baus der sogenannten Neuen Altstadt wurde dem Herz Frankfurts mit viel Liebe zum Detail sein Puls zurückgegeben. Das wohl schönste und aufwendigste Haus am Platz ist die Goldene Waage, ein Fachwerkhaus mit Renaissancefassade, das ursprünglich 1619 errichtet wurde. Im Dachgarten, dem sogenannten Belvederchen, hat Texturwerk mit unglaublicher Liebe zum Detail und höchstem technischen Aufwand ein echtes Deckenfreko gemalt, welches das Vermächtnis von Edward Allingtons letztem Kunstwerk darstellt.
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
Courtice Vacation Property
Courtice Vacation Property
Paradisaic Building Group Inc.Paradisaic Building Group Inc.
Western Red Cedar deck with LED lights and full landscaping. Notice the stone planter box within the deck. Designed by Benjamin Shelley of Paradisaic Creative Decks RAD Photography
Divine deck
Divine deck
Red House Design BuildRed House Design Build
With a nearly unusable screened in sunroom, a tiny deck & tall stairs to the backyard, this project started with a lot of room for improvement! Red House helped to design a more contemporary sunroom with floor to ceiling windows, air-conditioning, and mahogany interior trim; and we tied this together with a multi-level deck that gracefully transitions between the inside and outside experience. Cable railing, Cumaru decking, food prep area, and a sunken hot tub help to complete the detailing on this space. Justin Zeller RI Photo by kd@redhouse Instagram: @redhousedesignbuild
Moderner Garten
Moderner Garten
Gartenarchitektin Christine Keetman-HübschGartenarchitektin Christine Keetman-Hübsch
modern porch with waterfall, moderne Terrasse mit Wasserfall
modern porch with waterfall, moderne Terrasse mit Wasserfall
Stefan Wentzel – Neues GartendesignStefan Wentzel – Neues Gartendesign
Resort style
Resort style
Despina DesignDespina Design
Apart from the feel and enjoyment of the alfresco area, we designed this water feature and resort alfresco, to provide a much needed vista from the house, which is situated in a small block. If your garden is small, go big on features! Interior design and pre-start selections- Despina Design.Photography - Pearlin, design and photography. Builder - Princy homes.
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Sonnenschutz
SonnenschutzSonnenschutz
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Concrete Waterfall
Concrete Waterfall
Boulevard ConcreteBoulevard Concrete
A custom made concrete waterfall ledge creates a flowing sheet of water.
MARSEILLE - Piscine et Terrasse. Aménagements en bois.
MARSEILLE - Piscine et Terrasse. Aménagements en bois.
VAIREO SARL - Aménagements Piscines et JardinsVAIREO SARL - Aménagements Piscines et Jardins
JCourcoux
Central Park West Penthouse Terrace
Central Park West Penthouse Terrace
New York DecksNew York Decks
Grüne Terrasse
Grüne Terrasse
grasgrau - GARTENDESIGNgrasgrau - GARTENDESIGN
Outdoor Living - Pool Deck/Fire Pit
Outdoor Living - Pool Deck/Fire Pit
1STRUCT Building & Renovation1STRUCT Building & Renovation
House Guru - Scott Rumler
Hillside Home - Buderim
Hillside Home - Buderim
Soul SpaceSoul Space
New Hillside home on the Sunshine Coast designed around an elevated pool overlooking the distant ocean views.
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
Contemporary style pool with silver travertine deck and custom water feature
Contemporary style pool with silver travertine deck and custom water feature
Thrasher Pool and SpaThrasher Pool and Spa
Fairfield
Fairfield
Nicholson CompaniesNicholson Companies
The ease and elegance of single level indoor-outdoor living, fusing stone, wood & natural light; and showcasing the striking Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island views just beyond the soft harmony of the bubbling Corten Steel water feature. Artisanal craftsmanship by luxury home builder Nicholson Companies.

Contemporary Terrace with a Water 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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