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Medium Sized Traditional Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Dock & Walkway
Dock & Walkway
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Finished walkway and railings lead out to covered boat lift & activity deck.
Ground Force
Ground Force
Ground Force PropertiesGround Force Properties
Monroe Trex decking with vinyl railings and LED lightning
Monroe Trex decking with vinyl railings and LED lightning
Deck GuardianDeck Guardian
Portfolio
Portfolio
Affordable Views By RJB Construction INC.Affordable Views By RJB Construction INC.
Perfect home living extension - two tiered cedar deck
Perfect home living extension - two tiered cedar deck
ROYAL Decks and LandscapesROYAL Decks and Landscapes
Custom Multi-Level Deck with Screen Room
Custom Multi-Level Deck with Screen Room
Back To Nature DecksBack To Nature Decks
Crisp
Crisp
Studio MunroeStudio Munroe
Studio Munroe, Photography by Thomas Kuoh
Seattle Solid-Stain Deck 2015
Seattle Solid-Stain Deck 2015
Sound Painting Solutions, LLCSound Painting Solutions, LLC
Handrails and lattice stained in Sikkens Cetol SRD stain. Deck stained in Benjamin Moore Solid-Body ARBORCOAT stain.
Outdoor deck
Outdoor deck
Defining Style InteriorsDefining Style Interiors
Bright colors in outdoor rug ties nature to deck. Comfortable seating for relaxing and entertaining.
Deck
Deck
DMC Home ImprovementDMC Home Improvement
New cedar deck with dark stain, iron balusters and under deck area finished with stone pavers.
Gallery
Gallery
Deck CrownDeck Crown
Structures
Structures
Landscape Expressions LLCLandscape Expressions LLC
Landscape Expressions
Patio & Deck - Bowie, MD
Patio & Deck - Bowie, MD
LiveWell OutdoorsLiveWell Outdoors
After - completed deck steps using Fiberon composite decking; white vinyl railing and posts; black balusters; looks great with the white vinyl fence; client chose great furniture and colors; patio and wall using Belgard Hardscapes Photo by Matchbook Productions
Our Home
Our Home
Rachael Honner StylingRachael Honner Styling
Our deck / My hubby is quite the handyman, he completed our deck extension all by himself. It's not quite finished just yet as we have some painting left to do but so proud of him! Photography and Styling Rachael Honner
Awesome Cedar Deck
Awesome Cedar Deck
Superior Home ImprovementSuperior Home Improvement
Decks and Patios - Outdoor Lighting
Decks and Patios - Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives Of New JerseyOutdoor Lighting Perspectives Of New Jersey
New Jersey deck, patio and backyard lighting lets you enjoy your outdoor spaces long after the sun goes down. Entertain, rest peacefully, watch the stars, the choice is yours and... so is the enjoyment!
Fiberon Composite Pool Deck Salem, NH
Fiberon Composite Pool Deck Salem, NH
Lenzi Construction & Remodeling LLCLenzi Construction & Remodeling LLC
Fiberon Horizon Decking "IPE" and Fiberon Mission White Railings WE WARRANTY ALL OUR WORK FOR 5 YEARS!
Beach Drive Beauty
Beach Drive Beauty
Alan D. Holt, A.S.L.A., Landscape ArchitectAlan D. Holt, A.S.L.A., Landscape Architect
Alan D Holt ASLA Landscape Architect Note the adjustable curtains on the side of the deck for privacy.
Green Island Design
Green Island Design
Green Island DesignGreen Island Design
Outdoor Kitchen, Composite Deck
Crystal Springs Road
Crystal Springs Road
Dennis Mayer - PhotographerDennis Mayer - Photographer
Dennis Mayer Photographer

Medium Sized 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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