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Full size twin mattress on outdoor porch swing--a perfect place to take a nap! Photo credits to Juli Leonard
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Revived Deck in Liberty Township, OH
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Decks and Patios
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Slim Outdoor Showcase
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Here are some wonderful images of Slim's outdoor furniture.
Outdoor Kitchens - Canyon Meadows Contemporary
Outdoor Kitchens - Canyon Meadows Contemporary
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Surrounded by 30 year old trees, the homeowners were looking for an organic, modern, low maintenance finish to their outdoor environment. Utilizing the pre-existing mature apple tree in the backyard VisionScapes developed a tranquil retreat that extended the sq.ft of the home through a series of terraced concrete and wood decks. Pathways and patio systems were locally sourced from a quarry on the edge of the Rocky Mountains. Photo credit: Jamen Rhodes
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John Caswell Photography
Entertainment Deck with Pergola
Entertainment Deck with Pergola
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This photo is from one of our award-winning projects. The deck serves as a transition area between the house and patio, and features an overhead pergola supported by four large columns... Photo courtesy of Frank Gensheimer, Montclair New Jersey
12 Redondo
12 Redondo
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Coastal Elegance – Deerfield Beach, Florida
Coastal Elegance – Deerfield Beach, Florida
Interiors By Shelly PreziosiInteriors By Shelly Preziosi
Sammamish custom deck using Wolf decking
Sammamish custom deck using Wolf decking
Lakevue RenovationsLakevue Renovations
Ground Level Pool Deck
Ground Level Pool Deck
Back To Nature DecksBack To Nature Decks
Nantucket Lake Front
Nantucket Lake Front
Scorziell Development, Inc.Scorziell Development, Inc.
Decks and Patios
Decks and Patios
Apple Creek Remodeling LLCApple Creek Remodeling LLC
Outdoor Pavilion with Aluminum Shutters
Outdoor Pavilion with Aluminum Shutters
Weatherwell Elite - Aluminum ShuttersWeatherwell Elite - Aluminum Shutters
The owners of the pavilion needed protection from the weather on one side so used folding aluminum shutters with operable louvers in white.
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Hot Tub Deck (Long Island/NY):
Best Hot Tubs "Hot Tub and Spa Experts"Best Hot Tubs "Hot Tub and Spa Experts"
When building the new deck, a platform was made to hold the hot tub at a height conducive to regular use. When dining or lounging, the inviting hot tub is just steps away: ready and waiting. www.longislandhottub.com
Beautiful Cedar Deck
Beautiful Cedar Deck
DRD Home ServicesDRD Home Services
Completed Cedar Deck with decorative iron slats
Trellis & Deck Area - Southwest View
Trellis & Deck Area - Southwest View
Krueger ArchitectsKrueger Architects
Unlimited Style Photography
Eclectic Whitefish Bay Backyard
Eclectic Whitefish Bay Backyard
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Tia Brindel of Little Giant Photography
DC ROOF DECK
DC ROOF DECK
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Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Michael Norpell's Wall To WallMichael Norpell's Wall To Wall
Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan

Medium Sized and Small 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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