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Small Contemporary Terrace Ideas and Designs

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St.Margarets Garden
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Tom Howard Garden Design and LandscapingTom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping
ROOFTOP GARDEN
ROOFTOP GARDEN
O.A.I. Concept Interiors / ExteriorsO.A.I. Concept Interiors / Exteriors
Urban Escape
Urban Escape
Rooftopia, LLCRooftopia, LLC
This cozy sanctuary has been transformed from a drab sun-blasted deck into an inspirational home-above-home get away! Our clients work and relax out here on the daily, and when entertaining is cool again, they plan to host friends in their beautiful new space. The old deck was removed, the roof was repaired and new paver flooring, railings, a pergola and gorgeous garden furnishings & features were installed to create a one of a kind urban escape.
Sophisticated Mid-City Residence
Sophisticated Mid-City Residence
Urban Oasis Landscape DesignUrban Oasis Landscape Design
A Trex deck was on the top of their list for the backyard with a decorative screen on the sides of the pergola for privacy. Asymmetrical steps up to the deck add a little playfulness to the deck which despite its generous size, doesn’t overwhelm the small yard. A constrained color palette of black, white and gray in the hardscape give the landscape a crisp and sophisticated appearance but the colorful drought-tolerant plant palette softens the look
Contemporary Terrace
Contemporary Terrace
Small remote Guest House/Studio
Small remote Guest House/Studio
Belluschi ConsultingBelluschi Consulting
Blaine Truitt Covert
Jamaica Plain Transformation
Jamaica Plain Transformation
Nilsen Landscape Design, LLCNilsen Landscape Design, LLC
View of the yard from the kitchen
The Courtyard
The Courtyard
OneAbode Landscape DesignOneAbode Landscape Design
California Contemporary
California Contemporary
Sogno Design GroupSogno Design Group
Photo by Langdon Clay
A Chic Denver Pool
A Chic Denver Pool
Designscapes Colorado Inc.Designscapes Colorado Inc.
The large custom stainless steel outdoor bbq island perfect for cooking for a casual week day dinner or a weekend celebration.
Contemporary Backyard Remodel
Contemporary Backyard Remodel
Land Studio CLand Studio C
Fire Pit Area and Bench
Fire Pit Area and Bench
B. Jane GardensB. Jane Gardens
Ryann Ford
Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Michael Norpell's Wall To WallMichael Norpell's Wall To Wall
Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan
AZEK deck with benches
AZEK deck with benches
Stump's Decks and PorchesStump's Decks and Porches
A lower level patio allows a lot of flexibility because railing is not required. When an HOA limits a deck size, it can be challenging to come up with a creative design. We fabricated custom benches and flowerboxes to add function and beauty while staying within the confines of the space allowed. Our thanks to D & L Photography for the wonderful pictures.
Trellis & Firepit Area - Northeast View
Trellis & Firepit Area - Northeast View
Krueger ArchitectsKrueger Architects
Unlimited Style Photography
Carisbrooke, North Vancouver
Carisbrooke, North Vancouver
Kingdom BuildersKingdom Builders
Deck
Deck
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
Three stories up in height, magnificent views of the surrounding city are captured in a relaxed outdoor living environment. Photo Credit: J. Michael Tucker
Innercity Downsize house
Innercity Downsize house
Steffen Welsch ArchitectsSteffen Welsch Architects
The internal courtyard stitches together the existing dwelling with the contemporary addition and celebrates natural light. Photograph by Shannon McGrath
Geary Avenue
Geary Avenue
Re:Placement DesignRe:Placement Design
Rear garden after renovation
Cove Road Residence
Cove Road Residence
Rossington ArchitectureRossington Architecture

Small Contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a contemporary 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 contemporary 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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