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Small Country Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Cottages at Triangle Ranch
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Cabana Cottage- Florida Cracker inspired kitchenette and bath house, separated by a dog-trot
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Einfamilienhaus
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Edwardsville, IL Horse Farm Walkway, Patio, Stone Wall, Trex Deck & Porch
Edwardsville, IL Horse Farm Walkway, Patio, Stone Wall, Trex Deck & Porch
Webb Family ContractingWebb Family Contracting
Trex Select Decking in Pebble Grey / PVC ToeKick
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Dachterrasse
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Deck and Fence Installation Savannah, GA
Deck and Fence Installation Savannah, GA
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Deck and fence installation project in Savannah, GA. From design to installation, Southern Home Solutions provides quality work and service. Contact us for a free estimate! https://southernhomesolutions.net/contact-us/
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Feng Shui und Farbberatung
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Saunders Village 1907
Saunders Village 1907
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Sustainable Barn Renovation in Collegeville, PA
Sustainable Barn Renovation in Collegeville, PA
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Whimsical Play House - San Anselmo
Whimsical Play House - San Anselmo
Courtney B. Smith DesignCourtney B. Smith Design
Play house fit for full-time living set in lush garden. Design by Courtney B. Smith.
Lavender Cottage - Terrace
Lavender Cottage - Terrace
Oliver Grahame PhotographyOliver Grahame Photography
Freeport Tiny House
Freeport Tiny House
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Integrity from Marvin Windows and Doors open this tiny house up to a larger-than-life ocean view.
South Williamstown Remodel & Master Suite Addition
South Williamstown Remodel & Master Suite Addition
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Nick Johnson
Friends in the space are safely protected from the low sun and western winds
Friends in the space are safely protected from the low sun and western winds
Douglas | Outdoor & Textile InnovationDouglas | Outdoor & Textile Innovation
With the screens down, people in the space are safely protected from the low setting sun and western winds With the screens down everyone inside is protected, while still being able to see the space outside.
Container House
Container House
Fico Creative StudioFico Creative Studio
Evening Ambiance
Evening Ambiance
Harth BuildersHarth Builders
We added lights on the stair's risers and tops of the railing's posts. This gives the deck a whole new feel, especially at night. These lights are exceptionally great for outdoor entertaining during the warmer seasons. Photography Credit: Mike Irby
Carriage House - Birmingham, Michigan
Carriage House - Birmingham, Michigan
Michael Willoughby & Associates - ArchitectsMichael Willoughby & Associates - Architects
The french doors open up the view from the second floor art studio to the garden below. (Beth Singer Photography)
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Gardan level
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Decking: Deckorators vista Ironwood Rails: Trex post with RDI rail and drink cap Other: Trex rain escape, stair riser lights and solar post cap lights
Java Residence
Java Residence
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Container House
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Small Country 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 country 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 country design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a country 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 country 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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