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Twin Ridge Residence
Twin Ridge Residence
Drawing DeptDrawing Dept
RVP Photography
Contemporain Terrasse En Bois Et Balcon
Contemporain Terrasse En Bois Et Balcon
St.Margarets Garden
St.Margarets Garden
Tom Howard Garden Design and LandscapingTom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping
Inside Outside
Inside Outside
Bright Green GardenBright Green Garden
The old feather-board fence was renovated, clad with vertical battens and painted, making a smart backdrop for the plants. The vertical stripes and colour scheme reflect elements from within the house, to create a cohesive environment both inside and out. © Deb Cass
Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Michael Norpell's Wall To WallMichael Norpell's Wall To Wall
Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan
Architect's Modern Home in Makapala
Architect's Modern Home in Makapala
Beth Thoma Robinson R(B) Hawaii LifeBeth Thoma Robinson R(B) Hawaii Life
RealTours Hawaii
Terraza Barrio Salamanca
Terraza Barrio Salamanca
Emma Sánchez Miranda InteriorismoEmma Sánchez Miranda Interiorismo
Sofá realizado a medida en madera con almacenaje y colchoneta y cojines respaldo tapizado en blanco. Macetero integrado en la parte posterior del sofá con bambús. Mesa de madera y patas de metal de comedor con silla y banco de madera rústico. Maceteros con flores y toldos de pared
Modern Cabin
Modern Cabin
Outside ArchitectureOutside Architecture
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 exists for year-round use, and a fire pit, outdoor shower, and dining area with fountain complete the functions. A bright tiled planter anchors an otherwise neutral space. 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.
Beach House
Beach House
Sarah SchmidtSarah Schmidt
outdoor shower
Red Cedar Barrel Sauna with Panoramic View - 4.5 kW ETL Certified - 5 Person
Red Cedar Barrel Sauna with Panoramic View - 4.5 kW ETL Certified - 5 Person
House PerksHouse Perks
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The ALEKO® barrel sauna design is both stylish and functional, providing maximum usable space while minimizing excessive cubic feet. The compact size enables a simple and fast heat time. This beautifully designed indoor or outdoor sauna’s entrance features a tempered glass door with a wooden door handle, making it a stylish addition to any home. The toughened brown, tempered glass door contributes to a quiet, relaxing environment, and remains undamaged by temperature changes. This sauna is uniquely designed with a glass dome wall, giving you an open view of your surroundings. The 4.5 KW ETL certified electric heater with heated rocks is made for dry or wet sauna experiences. The accompanying bucket and scoop allow you to activate the steam by pouring water over the hot stones, boosting temperature and humidity for maximum health benefits and relaxation. Assembly is simple and can be accomplished in just a few hours with the help of our instruction manual. Included with Sauna Purchase: Sauna with (1) Bench / (1) Level, Wooden Bucket with Scoop, Thermometer/Hydrometer, Anti-explosive Lamp, Heater Fence, ETL approved 4.5 KW Electrical Heater with Touch Screen Control Panel and 44 pounds of Sauna Stones. To comply with safety guidelines, our heaters are designed to heat for a maximum of 60 minutes at a time. To heat your sauna for longer than 60 minutes, simply reset the timer for additional time. Dimensions: 71 x 71 inches. *Shingle Roof Not Included.* Sauna is packaged in multiple pieces. Some assembly is required as instructed in the manual. FEATURES: High quality 5 person versatile wet or dry steam capable indoor or outdoor sauna with (1) bench (1) level Made with durable Red Cedar Wood, partially pre-assembled construction with built-in venting holes, a brown toughened glass door and a transparent dome wall that opens up your view to the surroundings Sauna Benefits: Sleep better, stimulate blood circulation, increase metabolism, prevent heart disease, relax tired muscles/joints, heal colds and flu. Sauna Benefits: Eliminate fatigue, clean and nourish skin, reduce fat and keep fit, relieve muscle and joint pain, flush toxins from the body Included with Sauna Purchase: Wooden Bucket with Scoop, Thermometer/Hydrometer, Anti-explosive Lamp, Heater Fence, ETL approved 4.5 KW Electrical Heater with Touch Screen Control Panel and 44 pounds of Sauna Stones. Dimensions: 71 x 71 inches
Jardin urbain minimaliste
Jardin urbain minimaliste
Agence MORVANT & MOINGEON Paysagistes ConcepteursAgence MORVANT & MOINGEON Paysagistes Concepteurs
North Fork Waterfront
North Fork Waterfront
ChangoChango
Architectural advisement, Interior Design, Custom Furniture Design & Art Curation by Chango & Co. Photography by Sarah Elliott See the feature in Domino Magazine
Dovercourt
Dovercourt
Wanda Ely Architect Inc.Wanda Ely Architect Inc.
A new back deck is tucked under the overhang of a second story sunroom above, and black slats infill the gap to an adjacent brick wall, creating a cozy spot to relax outside, BBQ, and watch the kids playing in the yard.
Solarium
Solarium
Jobe Corral ArchitectsJobe Corral Architects
Photo by Casey Woods
Contemporary Decked Garden
Contemporary Decked Garden
Pippa Schofield Garden DesignPippa Schofield Garden Design
Pippa Schofield
Roof terrace
Roof terrace
Garden Club London LtdGarden Club London Ltd
Tony Woods
Animal Cribs on Animal Planet Bathroom Project
Animal Cribs on Animal Planet Bathroom Project
J & M RemodelJ & M Remodel
Bildschöne Terrassengestaltung mit Bank und Sitzfläche aus grauen WPC Dielen
Bildschöne Terrassengestaltung mit Bank und Sitzfläche aus grauen WPC Dielen
MYDECK GmbHMYDECK GmbH
Ferienhaus im Herzen Istriens (www.mamu.hr). Die Terrasse wurde um eine Sitz- und Liegefläche, bzw. Bank erweitert. Gebaut wurde das Sitzelement mit den pflegeleichten und wetterbeständigen WPC Terrassendielen von MYDECK. Die bildschönen Terrassendielen von MYDECK verfügen über eine langjährige Gewährleistung. Für den nachhaltigen Terrassenbelag kommt kein Tropenholz zum Einsatz.
Inside Outside
Inside Outside
Bright Green GardenBright Green Garden
A lower deck, further down the garden, provides a shady spot to sit among the plants. © Deb Cass

Small 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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