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Ground Level Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Charming Hideaway Features Modern, Industrial Touches
Charming Hideaway Features Modern, Industrial Touches
TREX COMPANY INCTREX COMPANY INC
This charming, country cabin effortlessly blends vintage design and modern functionality to create a timeless home. The stainless-steel crosshatching of Trex Signature® mesh railing gives it a modern, industrial edge that fades seamlessly into the surrounding beauty. Complete with Trex Select® decking and fascia in Saddle, this deck is giving us all the farmhouse feels.
Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living
Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living
Collaborative Interior DesignCollaborative Interior Design
Outdoor dining and living rooms accessed from the central sundeck. Retractable screens were installed on both of the living room openings so the space can be fully connected to the sundeck when they are opened.
C-J
C-J
HaiJoe Stamped Concrete Patios and DecksHaiJoe Stamped Concrete Patios and Decks
Clam shell trex deck.
Deck Addition - Wappingers Falls
Deck Addition - Wappingers Falls
Built Better ConstructionBuilt Better Construction
New Deck, Removed Two Windows and installed Sliding Glass door with Built-in Blinds
Friends in the space are safely protected from the low sun and western winds
Friends in the space are safely protected from the low sun and western winds
Douglas | Outdoor & Textile InnovationDouglas | Outdoor & Textile Innovation
With the screens down, people in the space are safely protected from the low setting sun and western winds With the screens down everyone inside is protected, while still being able to see the space outside.
Cedar Poolside Deck in Zilker Park
Cedar Poolside Deck in Zilker Park
Archadeck of AustinArchadeck of Austin
We used two types of wood for this custom deck project. The deck surface is made of beautiful cedar, and the substructure is made of pressure-treated pine. Each requires specific treatment to ensure the wood is protected from rot and other damage.
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.
Swim Spa Mezzanine
Swim Spa Mezzanine
Comfort Zones By Design LLCComfort Zones By Design LLC
Our handcrafted steel structure was meticulously welded then galvanized and powder coated for a finish that will last for generations. This platform will allow safe, easy and enjoyable access to any swim spa. Topped off with a horizontal cable rail this mezzanine is both modern and attractive.
Irvington Deck + Patio
Irvington Deck + Patio
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
We converted an underused back yard into a modern outdoor living space. A bright tiled planter anchors an otherwise neutral space. The decking is ipe hardwood, the fence is stained cedar, and cast concrete with gravel adds texture at the fire pit. Photos copyright Laurie Black Photography.
Deck Projects
Deck Projects
CitiBuilt ConstructionCitiBuilt Construction
Cottonwood Residence
Cottonwood Residence
Studio ArchitectsStudio Architects
Marrickville
Marrickville
Dovetail Design GroupDovetail Design Group
Delaware Street
Delaware Street
darren reno DESIGN, Inc.darren reno DESIGN, Inc.
Decking - TimberTech Pro Terrain Series (Sandy Birch & Rustic Elm) Lighting - TimberTech Low Voltage LED Step Lighting
Atlanta Backyard Retreat
Atlanta Backyard Retreat
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
The custom concrete water feature, with its smooth finish and Mexican beach pebble interior is a stunning focal point for the lower deck. The upper concrete basin of the water feature has a clean, stylish spillover that cascades into a lower basin creating peaceful, soothing sounds of falling water setting a Zen-like atmosphere for the entire deck.
Mid Century Modern Gem
Mid Century Modern Gem
Urban Oasis Landscape DesignUrban Oasis Landscape Design
The steel and willow roofed pergola creates a shady dining "room" and some respite from the sun.
Projet Symphonie
Projet Symphonie
TERRIBLEMENT DÉCOTERRIBLEMENT DÉCO
Church
Church
Daniela Fulford PhotographyDaniela Fulford Photography
Magnifique aménagement d'un jardin
Magnifique aménagement d'un jardin
Terrasse et Jardin de ParisTerrasse et Jardin de Paris
création d'une terrasse sur mesure avec un travail important pour aménager un espace salle à manger à l'abris du soleil. Installation d'une pergola design au multiples fonctionnalités, s'incline en fonction des rayons du soleil grâce à ses détecteurs. Du mobilier outdoor au couleurs fines minutieusement choisies et l'installation d'un miroir pour un effet de profondeur et un agrandissement de l'espace de vie.
Award-winning Multi-level Ipe Deck
Award-winning Multi-level Ipe Deck
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
A square deck doesn’t have to be boring – just tilt the squares on an angle. This client had a big wish list: A screen porch was created under an existing elevated room. A large upper deck for dining was waterproofed with EPDM roofing. This made for a large dry area on the lower deck furnished with couches, a television, spa, recessed lighting, and paddle fans. An outdoor shower is enclosed under the stairs. For code purposes, we call it a rinsing station. A small roof extension to the existing house provides covering and a spot for a hanging daybed. The design also includes a live edge slab installed as a bar top at which to enjoy a casual drink while watching the children in the yard. The lower deck leads down two more steps to the fire pit.
Pickford Residence
Pickford Residence
AAHA StudioAAHA Studio
Backyard Deck Design

Ground Level 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 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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