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Large Contemporary Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Resort Contemporary
Resort Contemporary
Alm ArchitectsAlm Architects
Waterloo Backyard
Waterloo Backyard
The Works Building ContractorsThe Works Building Contractors
Enhancing views
Enhancing views
Bekom DesignBekom Design
Designers: Revital Kaufman-Meron & Susan Bowen Photos: LucidPic Photography - Rich Anderson Staging: Karen Brorsen Staging, LLC
Madrona Pacific Northwest Modern
Madrona Pacific Northwest Modern
Suidman Design LLCSuidman Design LLC
Charlie Schuck
Wolfe Deck
Wolfe Deck
RMI RemodelingRMI Remodeling
Joshua Tree Origin
Joshua Tree Origin
Blu HomesBlu Homes
House on Great Pond
House on Great Pond
BERG DESIGN ARCHITECTUREBERG DESIGN ARCHITECTURE
Ipe decks
Ipe decks
Danny Deck Construction, Inc.Danny Deck Construction, Inc.
Danny Deck
Large roof terrace in London
Large roof terrace in London
Town and Country GardensTown and Country Gardens
This is a larger roof terrace designed by Templeman Harrsion. The design is a mix of planted beds, decked informal and formal seating areas and a lounging area.
MAISON DEDANS-DEHORS
MAISON DEDANS-DEHORS
JOSE MARCOS MAÎTRE D'OEUVREJOSE MARCOS MAÎTRE D'OEUVRE
CONCEPT DEDANS-DEHORS ENTRE LA PIÈCE À VIVRE ET LA TERRASSE BOIS DE MÊME NIVEAU
Cedar Deck
Cedar Deck
Artistic Concrete SurfacesArtistic Concrete Surfaces
Lindsey Denny
Urban Rooftop
Urban Rooftop
PITCH ConceptsPITCH Concepts
Chicago Home Photos
National Award Winning Deck 2014! Outdoor Elegance in Randolph, NJ
National Award Winning Deck 2014! Outdoor Elegance in Randolph, NJ
Deck Remodelers.comDeck Remodelers.com
Multi-level deck with a curved, lower lounge area with thermal Bluestone decking and built-in stone planters. Custom fabricated rails in a textured black finish. Lighting on Stairs and rails. There is a shady relaxation area under a custom matching pergola. This deck is perfect for entertaining and relaxing!
Shawnee, KS home
Shawnee, KS home
Cornelius Homes, Inc.Cornelius Homes, Inc.
Gary Rohmans
Green Fin House
Green Fin House
RKD Architects, IncRKD Architects, Inc
Back porch with curved, outward leaning window walls framing the space. Photo: Jill Greer
Modern Mountain - Lake Tahoe
Modern Mountain - Lake Tahoe
IMI Design, LLCIMI Design, LLC
Anita Lang - IMI Design - Scottsdale, AZ
Urban Rooftop in Lakeview
Urban Rooftop in Lakeview
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Cedar Deck with cable railing
Cedar Deck with cable railing
Home Restoration Services, Inc.Home Restoration Services, Inc.
Photos by Greg Schmidt. Deck design: Ian McLellan, Associate AIA.
Exterior Spaces
Exterior Spaces
Tandem Architecture & ConstructionTandem Architecture & Construction
Photo Credit: E. Gualdoni Photography, Landscape Architect: Hoerr Schaudt
Farm Field Pacific Rim
Farm Field Pacific Rim
Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape ArchitectureJeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture

Large Contemporary 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 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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