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Gravillion
Gravillion
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Taking into account the client’s lifestyle, needs and vision, we presented a contemporary design with an industrial converted-warehouse feel inspired by a photo the clients love. The showpiece is the functioning garage door which separates a 3-season room and open deck. While, officially a 3-season room, additional features were implemented to extend the usability of the space in both hot and cold months. Examples include removable glass and screen panels, power screen at garage door, ceiling fans, a heated tile floor, gas fire pit and a covered grilling station complete with an exterior-grade range hood, gas line and access to both the 3-season room and new mudroom. Photography: John Cole
Cat Mountain Pool & Double Decker (Azek, Fortress)
Cat Mountain Pool & Double Decker (Azek, Fortress)
TimberTownTimberTown
Steel posts and treated glulam beams will keep this expansive deck sturdy for decades to come. Vertical cable rail panels allow you to take in the view without the risk of small children trying to climb the cables. Built by Castle Crafters, LLC.
Bauhausvilla München
Bauhausvilla München
2P Raum Architekten2P Raum Architekten
Nico Hensel
Haus BB
Haus BB
Ferreira | Verfürth ArchitektenFerreira | Verfürth Architekten
Lot 25 Boxwood Road
Lot 25 Boxwood Road
3rd Generation Homes3rd Generation Homes
Project Outdoor Sauna + Outdoor Shower
Project Outdoor Sauna + Outdoor Shower
Alpha Wellness SensationsAlpha Wellness Sensations
Alpha Wellness Sensations is the world's leading manufacturer of custom saunas, luxury infrared cabins, professional steam rooms, immersive salt caves, built-in ice chambers and experience showers for residential and commercial clients. Our company is the dominating custom wellness provider in Europe for more than 35 years. All of our products are fabricated in Europe, 100% hand-crafted and fully compliant with EU’s rigorous product safety standards. We use only certified wood suppliers and have our own research & engineering facility where we developed our proprietary heating mediums. We keep our wood organically clean and never use in production any glues, polishers, pesticides, sealers or preservatives.
Sammamish Deck Remodel
Sammamish Deck Remodel
Wight's Deck + DesignWight's Deck + Design
This is a deck remodel we installed. Azek Mahogany decking. Hidden fasteners. Azek Evolutions Contemporary railing. Cedar posts and enclosed staircase. We had a blast with this project.
Our Work
Our Work
Squareroot ConstructionSquareroot Construction
Portfolio
Portfolio
Action BuildersAction Builders
Simple Sophistication
Simple Sophistication
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Modernes Einfamilienhaus
Modernes Einfamilienhaus
GODELMANN GmbH & Co. KGGODELMANN GmbH & Co. KG
Fairgate Project
Fairgate Project
Highline: Design & BuildHighline: Design & Build
Walk out covered deck with plenty of space and a separate hot tub area. Stone columns, a fire pit, custom wrought iron railing and and landscaping round out this project.
Columns
Columns
PCF Construction GroupPCF Construction Group
Lakeside Cottage
Lakeside Cottage
Wydeven Architects LLCWydeven Architects LLC
Edmund Studios Photography
Millwood
Millwood
SURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + ConstructionSURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + Construction
Landscape Architect: Chad Talton, Surrounds Inc.
Shapiro Project
Shapiro Project
The DeckspertsThe Decksperts
Deck | Custom Composite Deck With Covering | Santa Fe, TN
Deck | Custom Composite Deck With Covering | Santa Fe, TN
Troys Outdoor ServicesTroys Outdoor Services
Raised pool Aerial View
Raised pool Aerial View
Thrasher Pool and SpaThrasher Pool and Spa
Roof Top Retreat
Roof Top Retreat
Charlie Day Garden DesignCharlie Day Garden Design
A very challenging site 5 stories up with no lift. We were instructed to provide a vertical garden to screen a wall as well provide a seating area full of English country garden flowering plants.
Ken Caryl wrap around Deck
Ken Caryl wrap around Deck
A Deck Company, A Basement CompanyA Deck Company, A Basement Company

Green Terrace with a Roof Extension 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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