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Small Back Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Fall Creek Residence
Fall Creek Residence
EK Reedy Interiors, Inc.EK Reedy Interiors, Inc.
Custom Home in Jackson Hole, WY Paul Warchol Photography
Modern Azek Deck
Modern Azek Deck
Creative Concepts & Design, LLCCreative Concepts & Design, LLC
Jennifer Sims
Greenlake 2013
Greenlake 2013
Sound Painting Solutions, LLCSound Painting Solutions, LLC
Deck cleaning in Greenlake, Seattle, WA.
Private residence - Toronto, Canada
Private residence - Toronto, Canada
RetractableAwnings.com Inc.RetractableAwnings.com Inc.
The architect requested an architecturally unique poolside guest retreat using a one span, 2-post waterproof patio cover system. The plan was to have rainwater drain in to the front beam and then through the internal invisible downspouts (in the posts) and exit through one small hole on one side of the unit. The purpose of the project was to design and cover a space adjacent to the architect client’s swimming pool, which can now be used year round as an outdoor guest retreat. Working with award winning designers Powell & Bonnell our contractor completely transformed a 1950s dilapidated summer pool side Cabana into an upscale modern all season guest house.
Eclectic retrospective
Eclectic retrospective
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Deck
Deck
Arch Studio, Inc.Arch Studio, Inc.
Arch Studio, Inc. designed a 730 square foot ADU for an artistic couple in Willow Glen, CA. This new small home was designed to nestle under the Oak Tree in the back yard of the main residence.
Hopewell Outdoor Escape
Hopewell Outdoor Escape
DES Home RenovationsDES Home Renovations
Composite Bench
Composite Bench
Pacific Northwest DecksPacific Northwest Decks
Composite Bench
Irvington Deck + Patio
Irvington Deck + Patio
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
We converted an underused back yard into a modern outdoor living space. A cedar soaking tub provides year round soaking. The decking is ipe hardwood, the fence is stained cedar, and cast concrete with gravel adds texture at the fire pit. Photos copyright Laurie Black Photography.
Greenpoint Secret Garden
Greenpoint Secret Garden
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
Sandy House- Deck
Sandy House- Deck
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: 41 Degrees North Construction, Inc. Landscape Architect: Wild Violets (Landscape and Garden Design on Martha's Vineyard) Photographer: Sean Litchfield Photography
Noe Valley Deck and Garden
Noe Valley Deck and Garden
DOES ArchitectureDOES Architecture
Decks
Decks
Lewis and Company Construction and DesignLewis and Company Construction and Design
Allen & Mimi Martinson Projects
Allen & Mimi Martinson Projects
Martinson's Garden WorksMartinson's Garden Works
Contemporary Backyard with Pool
Contemporary Backyard with Pool
Suncrest GardensSuncrest Gardens
A cantilevered composite ‘fishing’ dock is accessed from backyard via Maryland Flagstone slab steps. Lighting for the dock is supplied with subtle hidden bar lights installed beneath the pier caps.
Sugar Mill Too
Sugar Mill Too
Nest Home InteriorsNest Home Interiors
Deck Restoration and Seal
Deck Restoration and Seal
Affinity PaintingAffinity Painting
This project was a badly sun damaged and dry deck. We restored the deck using special deck cleaning and rejuvenation products. After drying for two days two coats of Benjamin Moore Arborcoat Semi-Transparent seal was applied. The color selected was "Dragon's Breath." The finishing touch included a clear coat finish which prolongs the sealant life span. The clear coat can be touched up every year to keep everything looking new. Great project!
Trellis & Deck Area - West View
Trellis & Deck Area - West View
Krueger ArchitectsKrueger Architects
Unlimited Style Photography
Entry Stairway on a Slope
Entry Stairway on a Slope
Freeman Construction LtdFreeman Construction Ltd
Freeman Construction Ltd
Airsteam
Airsteam
Swartz PhotographySwartz Photography
Swartz Photography

Small 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 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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