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Luxury Traditional Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Pool Pavilion
Pool Pavilion
Gregory Thomas, Architect, AKBD, CG&S Design-BuildGregory Thomas, Architect, AKBD, CG&S Design-Build
The original house was far above and not well connected to the back yard below. A series of steps connect the house level to an intermediate deck and then the pool deck below. This project was beautifully built by CG&S Design-Build in Austin. Photos © Jonathan Jackson Photography
Cumming Covered Deck
Cumming Covered Deck
dB Atlanta | Direct Build of AtlantadB Atlanta | Direct Build of Atlanta
Craftsman Covered Deck with beautiful attention to detail in craftsmanship. Ipe decking, stairs, and top rail. Dressed Western Red Cedar posts, top & bottom rails, and exposed rafters. Southern Yellow Pine T&G exposed roof decking. Architectural metal bracing & bracket hardware. A beautiful covered deck with a high level of customization and finish detailing.
Poolside Entertainment
Poolside Entertainment
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
photography by photography by Andrea Calo
Roswell Trex Deck
Roswell Trex Deck
DecksouthDecksouth
Decks
Decks
American Deck and PatioAmerican Deck and Patio
Craig Westerman
Lanam Ridge Deck
Lanam Ridge Deck
DHM RemodelingDHM Remodeling
Fiberon decking, Twin Eagles grill center, low voltage and accent lighting, floating tables and pit group seating around firepit by DHM Remodeling
Roswell Trex Deck
Roswell Trex Deck
DecksouthDecksouth
Cranston Deck Calgary
Cranston Deck Calgary
Envision Custom RenovationsEnvision Custom Renovations
The couple wanted an outdoor retreat that was an extension of their home. We designed and built a large 500 square feet upper and lower Trex deck. The upper deck is trimmed with privacy glass that ties into brick in the BBQ area. A casual sitting area is complete with glass railing to the lower deck to maintain the flow between the two spaces. Custom vinyl privacy highlighted with LED accent lighting on the posts line the lower deck with a stunning brick focal in the center. The lighting continues on the stairs to allow for the tranquil space to be utilized day or night!
Howe Residence
Howe Residence
National Association of Home BuildersNational Association of Home Builders
The garage roof deck has a modern design gas fireplace and clear glass railings overlooking the rear terrace and Kitchen / Great Room. Photography by Herbie Roopai
The Heritage Haven 2016 Salt Lake Award Winning Parade Home
The Heritage Haven 2016 Salt Lake Award Winning Parade Home
Alair Homes - Salt LakeAlair Homes - Salt Lake
Brad Montgomery tym Homes
Roof Decks
Roof Decks
Middlefork Development LLCMiddlefork Development LLC
A variety of customized outdoor spaces...from back yards to roof decks four-stories above ground. Nathan Kirkman
Basking Ridge Ipe and Cedar Deck with Hot Tub
Basking Ridge Ipe and Cedar Deck with Hot Tub
Deck ProsDeck Pros
This expansive multilevel Ipe and Cedar deck is located in Basking Ridge, NJ. It features a built in spa/hot tub, cedar privacy walls and cedar lattice. The steps to the spa do double duty as a cover for the spa access area.
Mountain Star Custom Home
Mountain Star Custom Home
Sarah Carr DesignSarah Carr Design
Ric Stovall
Deck Retreat Featuring Fireplace and Outdoor Kitchen
Deck Retreat Featuring Fireplace and Outdoor Kitchen
The Stone ManThe Stone Man
Holiday Residence
Holiday Residence
Keystone Custom DecksKeystone Custom Decks
Outdoor Dining Dream
Outdoor Dining Dream
Cutting Edge Homes Inc.Cutting Edge Homes Inc.
All your backyard events will be a hit around the dining table with great food, company, and a view like this! • Whole Home Renovation, 1927 Built Home West Newton, MA
Deck View
Deck View
Robbins ContractingRobbins Contracting
Concrete deck above placed on structural steel pan and beams.
Jarratt Avenue Historic Landmark
Jarratt Avenue Historic Landmark
Avenue B DevelopmentAvenue B Development
C. L. Fry Photo
Lakefront Lodge
Lakefront Lodge
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
Rasber Exterior
Rasber Exterior
Benoah Renovations IncBenoah Renovations Inc
Multi-level deck with metal spiral stairs, trimmed posts and columns, with metal rails.

Luxury Traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a traditional 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 traditional 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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