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Pacific Heights
Pacific Heights
Studio TerpelukStudio Terpeluk
LEED-Certified Greenwich Modern
LEED-Certified Greenwich Modern
HOBBS INCHOBBS INC
Architect: Amanda Martocchio Architecture & Design Photography: Michael Moran Project Year:2016 This LEED-certified project was a substantial rebuild of a 1960's home, preserving the original foundation to the extent possible, with a small amount of new area, a reconfigured floor plan, and newly envisioned massing. The design is simple and modern, with floor to ceiling glazing along the rear, connecting the interior living spaces to the landscape. The design process was informed by building science best practices, including solar orientation, triple glazing, rain-screen exterior cladding, and a thermal envelope that far exceeds code requirements.
Patio and Multi-Level Deck
Patio and Multi-Level Deck
J. M. Bryson Construction Management Inc.J. M. Bryson Construction Management Inc.
Upper and lower level deck
Atrium
Atrium
Niedermaier Gärten & FreiräumeNiedermaier Gärten & Freiräume
Ridge Rock
Ridge Rock
LS3P LivingLS3P Living
This lovely outdoor deck space makes use of the kitchen proximity to serve as an outdoor wet bar. Exterior | Custom home Studio of LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. | Photo by Inspiro8 Studio.
Inglenook Grove
Inglenook Grove
Riverwood Homes of ColoradoRiverwood Homes of Colorado
Pensacola
Pensacola
Follyn Builders & DevelopersFollyn Builders & Developers
A house and garage in Chicago's Lincoln Square neighborhood are joined by a sunlight filled structure incorporating a mudroom, sunroom, potting shed and hallway. When construction was underway, the project grew to include a custom roof top deck with pergola and screening. A custom addition to a new home.
Hilltop Backyard Retreat - Sue Oda Landscape Design
Hilltop Backyard Retreat - Sue Oda Landscape Design
ilumus, llc.ilumus, llc.
Outdoor living room designed by Sue Oda Landscape Architect. Photo: ilumus photography & marketing Model: The Mighty Mighty Mellow, Milo McPhee, Esq.
Adirondack Mountain Rustic Home
Adirondack Mountain Rustic Home
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Stone pilars wood beams and cable railings by Keuka Studios. Photos by Don Cochran photography
Full Home Remodel
Full Home Remodel
Pearl RemodelingPearl Remodeling
This house was only 1,100 SF with 2 bedrooms and one bath. In this project we added 600SF making it 4+3 and remodeled the entire house. The house now has amazing polished concrete floors, modern kitchen with a huge island and many contemporary features all throughout.
Allen Outdoor Luxury Patio
Allen Outdoor Luxury Patio
Melody Jurick Designs, LLCMelody Jurick Designs, LLC
Jewel Tones on a Steep Slope
Jewel Tones on a Steep Slope
Rock Paper ClippersRock Paper Clippers
Layers of different materials and artful plantings bring this space to life.
Looking west, the home includes a fire pit fueled by propane.
Looking west, the home includes a fire pit fueled by propane.
FabCabFabCab
Photography by Dale Lang
Small!
Small!
Ottaviano CiabattiOttaviano Ciabatti
Alberto Ferrero
Louvered Roofs
Louvered Roofs
Aesthetic Design & Build LlcAesthetic Design & Build Llc
Looking to escape the heat? Close the louvered roof and enjoy the shade. Want to feel the warmth of summer? Open the louvered roof and feel the sun. An adjustable pergola is the perfect solution for your outdoor seating area.
Una casa luminosa
Una casa luminosa
Silvio Maglione architettiSilvio Maglione architetti
Foto Alberto Ferrero Terrazza con piante e protezione al sole scorrevole
Mangaris Custom Deck, Lounge Bed, and Fire Pit Seating
Mangaris Custom Deck, Lounge Bed, and Fire Pit Seating
Outside InStyleOutside InStyle
Contemporary custom Mangaris wood "wave deck" with built in cement fire pit. Blue fire glass as water symbol. Formed round pavers to match beach wave motif. Mangaris wood skids over cement seat and connecting Mangaris wood lounge bed add warmth. Photo by Katrina Coombs
Blick duch den Sichtschutz im Abendschein
Blick duch den Sichtschutz im Abendschein
Gärten von HeiningerGärten von Heininger
Foto von Miquel Tres
Our Products
Our Products
Clean Sweep The Fireplace ShopClean Sweep The Fireplace Shop
Park Residence
Park Residence
Keystone Custom DecksKeystone Custom Decks
This custom outdoor living space is built using TImberTech Teak decking and white radiance rail. The space showcases a custom built in grill and bar area with a vinyl pergola above. The project also features an octagon with wrap around steps in a lower level. The space has an extensive lighting package that includes deck lights, riser lights and, lantern lights. The Keystone Team completed this project in December 2015. Photography by: Keystone Custom Decks

Large 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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