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Nautical Theme Beach House
Nautical Theme Beach House
Howser EnterprisesHowser Enterprises
11th & T St.
11th & T St.
Ditto ResidentialDitto Residential
My Houzz: A Basketball Court, a Rooftop Kitchen and More in Manhattan
My Houzz: A Basketball Court, a Rooftop Kitchen and More in Manhattan
Adrienne DeRosaAdrienne DeRosa
Moving through the kitchenette to the back seating area of the rooftop, a classic lodge-style hot tub is a pleasant surprise. Enclosed around the back three sides, the patio gains some privacy thanks to faux hedge fencing. Photo: Adrienne DeRosa Photography © 2014 Houzz Design: Cortney and Robert Novogratz
Roof terrace
Roof terrace
Garden Club London LtdGarden Club London Ltd
Tony Woods
East Soho Penthouse
East Soho Penthouse
PHT Lighting Design Inc.PHT Lighting Design Inc.
Travis Mark
Outdoor Oasis
Outdoor Oasis
The MineThe Mine
Brazilian Teak deck with Screen
Brazilian Teak deck with Screen
Creative Fences & DecksCreative Fences & Decks
Boston rooftop garden
Boston rooftop garden
Jacalyn Gould Landscape ArchitectJacalyn Gould Landscape Architect
Genevieve de Manio Photography
Contemporary Deck
Contemporary Deck
Composite deck with fire pit
Composite deck with fire pit
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Russian Hill Roof Deck - Outdoor Dining & Lounging
Russian Hill Roof Deck - Outdoor Dining & Lounging
Gast ArchitectsGast Architects
Photography: Paul Dyer
Noe Valley Residence
Noe Valley Residence
Martinkovic Milford ArchitectsMartinkovic Milford Architects
Photo Copyright: Thien Do
Element_House
Element_House
SOLSTICE Planning and ArchitectureSOLSTICE Planning and Architecture
Marquez Terrace
Marquez Terrace
BuildAppeal Design & RemodelBuildAppeal Design & Remodel
Sea Cliff SF
Sea Cliff SF
Tamalpais Construction CompanyTamalpais Construction Company
Cedar In Spring NJ NADRA 2011 1st Place winner
Cedar In Spring NJ NADRA 2011 1st Place winner
Deck Remodelers.comDeck Remodelers.com
This multilevel deck with dining, lounge and hot tub areas has a lot of privacy from the neighbors and still a full view of the western sky. Designed and built by Deck Remodelers.com 973.729.2125
Parkside Residences
Parkside Residences
RisherMartin Fine HomesRisherMartin Fine Homes
Architect: Alterstudio Architecture Photography: Casey Dunn Named 2013 Project of the Year in Builder Magazine's Builder's Choice Awards!
小倉の里山荘
小倉の里山荘
株式会社エムズ・アーキテクツ株式会社エムズ・アーキテクツ
Lounge Area with Fire Pit
Lounge Area with Fire Pit
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
Planters and a pergola provide the herb and vegetable garden, as well as a green surrounding for a seating area with a gas fire pit. (Photo by Frank Gensheimer.)
AGS Stainless Rainier Cable Rail System
AGS Stainless Rainier Cable Rail System
AGS Stainless, Inc.AGS Stainless, Inc.
Allan Wodenscheck

Orange Terrace with No Cover 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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