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Expansive Rustic Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Deck Remodel
Deck Remodel
Jud ConstructionJud Construction
Deck restructure with roofs and outdoor kitchen. Photos by Jared Price Photography
Exterior Railing Projects
Exterior Railing Projects
CanGlassCanGlass
Front of Home Deck Addition in North Shelby County, AL
Front of Home Deck Addition in North Shelby County, AL
Archadeck of BirminghamArchadeck of Birmingham
The new deck really opens up the transition for guests and serves as a tranquil destination where the homeowners have added seating and plants for even more potential outdoor living space. The deck is built using all pressure-treated wood and was built in a way that meets the structural needs of adding a roof in the future to convert the deck into a porch.
Bobcat Lodge
Bobcat Lodge
Ludwig DesignLudwig Design
The main deck is nestled against the building and faces out to the lake. It has space for multiple dining and gathering activities. The exterior stone wainscot was carefully detailed to provide required moisture control and ventilation wile retaining the visual heft and integration with the land at grade. This project was undertaken while I was the Senior Design Associate at Polsky Architects in Larkspur, CA
Front of Home Deck Addition in North Shelby County, AL
Front of Home Deck Addition in North Shelby County, AL
Archadeck of BirminghamArchadeck of Birmingham
Archadeck of Birmingham was able to design a simple, yet effective front entry deck that adds all the functionality they needed and the beauty they craved! We designed a spacious L-shaped deck that encompasses an 8-foot wide area leading all the way from the driveway to the front door.
Idyllwild Luxury Home
Idyllwild Luxury Home
Ginger Rabe Designs, LLCGinger Rabe Designs, LLC
Luxury mountain home located in Idyllwild, CA. Full home design of this 3 story home. Luxury finishes, antiques, and touches of the mountain make this home inviting to everyone that visits this home nestled next to a creek in the quiet mountains.
Deck Remodel
Deck Remodel
Jud ConstructionJud Construction
Deck restructure with roofs and outdoor kitchen. Photos by Jared Price Photography
Timber Ridge Custom Home
Timber Ridge Custom Home
VPC Builders, LLCVPC Builders, LLC
Photography by Bernard Russo
Tennessee Cabin
Tennessee Cabin
Innovative Custom Homes, Inc.Innovative Custom Homes, Inc.
Mission Grand
Mission Grand
Lacey Construction Ltd.Lacey Construction Ltd.
Photo by Brice Ferre. Mission Grand - CHBA FV 2021 Finalist Best Custom Home
A Private Idaho
A Private Idaho
Tracy Murdock Allied ASIDTracy Murdock Allied ASID
Railings
Railings
Viewpoint Decking LtdViewpoint Decking Ltd
Exterior Railing Projects
Exterior Railing Projects
CanGlassCanGlass
Rustic Renovation in Shelby
Rustic Renovation in Shelby
R+R DesignR+R Design
View of the dining room from the golf course. Custom rail detailing to go along with the timber framing on window and entry surrounds.
WSK Rustic Lake Home
WSK Rustic Lake Home
L M Cline's LLCL M Cline's LLC
Lisa M. Cline
Deck Staining
Deck Staining
Tightline Quality PaintingTightline Quality Painting
A beautiful log home we recently refinished along with staining the decks
Deck Remodel
Deck Remodel
Jud ConstructionJud Construction
Deck restructure with roofs and outdoor kitchen. Photos by Jared Price Photography
Windermere Deck & Gazebo
Windermere Deck & Gazebo
Millennial ContractingMillennial Contracting
Exterior Railing Projects
Exterior Railing Projects
CanGlassCanGlass
Mulberry Place Custom Lodge
Mulberry Place Custom Lodge
VPC Builders, LLCVPC Builders, LLC
Photography by Bernard Russo

Expansive Rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a rustic 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 rustic 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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