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San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
Kathy Kuo Designs IncKathy Kuo Designs Inc
A chic outdoor home bar adds luxury to this deck space.
Laurelhurst Mid Century Modern
Laurelhurst Mid Century Modern
Darren Patt ConstructionDarren Patt Construction
Emerald Street Residence
Emerald Street Residence
studioWTAstudioWTA
Neil Alexander
Mid-Century Modern Chef's Kitchen in Lanier Heights
Mid-Century Modern Chef's Kitchen in Lanier Heights
Finesse Design RemodelingFinesse Design Remodeling
This project is also featured in Home & Design Magazine's Winter 2022 Issue
Waukesha Cable Railing
Waukesha Cable Railing
Quigley DecksQuigley Decks
This was project where the homeowner had very poor views of their pool and patio area, and the beautiful surrounding countryside. Not anymore since the cable railing was installed on the deck
1950's Mid-Century Modern Beach House
1950's Mid-Century Modern Beach House
Rollins Andrew InteriorsRollins Andrew Interiors
1950's mid-century modern beach house built by architect Richard Leitch in Carpinteria, California. Leitch built two one-story adjacent homes on the property which made for the perfect space to share seaside with family. In 2016, Emily restored the homes with a goal of melding past and present. Emily kept the beloved simple mid-century atmosphere while enhancing it with interiors that were beachy and fun yet durable and practical. The project also required complete re-landscaping by adding a variety of beautiful grasses and drought tolerant plants, extensive decking, fire pits, and repaving the driveway with cement and brick.
Mid Century Modern
Mid Century Modern
Robin O'Donnell Architects LtdRobin O'Donnell Architects Ltd
Midcentury Makeover
Midcentury Makeover
EdgeWork Design BuildEdgeWork Design Build
Top deck of house with hottub.
Jacon Way
Jacon Way
Building Solutions and Design, IncBuilding Solutions and Design, Inc
Photo credit: Jeff Ong Architect: Nadav Rokach Interior Design and Staging: Eliana Rokach Contractor: Building Solutions and Design, Inc.
Techno Meets Mid-Century Modern
Techno Meets Mid-Century Modern
Meadowlark Design+BuildMeadowlark Design+Build
The extension out into the beautiful forested back yard gives the feeling of floating into the forest. A high-tech glass product developed at University of Michigan was used for the canopy. Builder: Meadowlark Design+Build. Architecture: PLY+. Photography: Sean Carter
Bronze Aluminum Posts & Inline Support for Deck in Arnold, MD
Bronze Aluminum Posts & Inline Support for Deck in Arnold, MD
Cable Railing DirectCable Railing Direct
Neal's Centuria, WI Maintenance-Free Decking Project
Neal's Centuria, WI Maintenance-Free Decking Project
Lindus Construction/Midwest LeafGuardLindus Construction/Midwest LeafGuard
Decking used on this project TimberTech AZEK in Vintage Mahogany. Antique bronze maintenance-free railing is from Fortress Building Products.
Red Hook Townhouse
Red Hook Townhouse
Sheryl Jordan ArchitectSheryl Jordan Architect
Rear deck with cedar pergola. Provides access through new folding glass doors to the backyard below from the relocated kitchen. Role: Project Manager at Garrison Architects. photography: Andrew Rugge
Lakefront Trex Deck
Lakefront Trex Deck
Valiant Home AdditionsValiant Home Additions
Vienna Whole House Remodel
Vienna Whole House Remodel
Atlas Moran ConstructionAtlas Moran Construction
Honorable Mention - 2022 - Views of the Long Island Sound
Honorable Mention - 2022 - Views of the Long Island Sound
Feeney Inc.Feeney Inc.
Full deck and entryway railing project for a house on the coast of the Long Island Sound in Stratford, CT.
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
San Francisco Private Exterior Outdoor Space
Kathy Kuo Designs IncKathy Kuo Designs Inc
A cozy and luxury outdoor fireplace area.
Narrabundah - Duplex Extension
Narrabundah - Duplex Extension
Plan It GreenPlan It Green
Mid-Century Modern Condo in Historic Capitol Hill
Mid-Century Modern Condo in Historic Capitol Hill
Finesse Design RemodelingFinesse Design Remodeling
A two-bed, two-bath condo located in the Historic Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC was reimagined with the clean lined sensibilities and celebration of beautiful materials found in Mid-Century Modern designs. A soothing gray-green color palette sets the backdrop for cherry cabinetry and white oak floors. Specialty lighting, handmade tile, and a slate clad corner fireplace further elevate the space. A new Trex deck with cable railing system connects the home to the outdoors.
Federal Hill Rooftop Deck
Federal Hill Rooftop Deck
One Source ContractingOne Source Contracting
On this project, the client was looking to build a backyard parking pad to ease frustration over the endless search for city-parking spaces. Our team built an eclectic red brick 1.5 car garage with a rooftop deck featuring custom IPE deck tiles and a metal railing. Whether hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cup of coffee every morning, a rooftop deck is a necessity for city living.

Midcentury Back 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 midcentury 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 midcentury design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a midcentury 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 midcentury 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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