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Contemporary back garden, Wimbledon, 4
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Traditional Trellis - Making Smaller Spaces Work
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The Garden Trellis Co.
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South West
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Catherine Matthys
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Solarium
Jobe Corral ArchitectsJobe Corral Architects
Photo by Casey Woods
Boyer Decks, Porches & Outdoor Living Spaces
Boyer Decks, Porches & Outdoor Living Spaces
Boyer Building CorporationBoyer Building Corporation
This beautiful side deck comes off the screen porch.
Private Ipe Roofdeck and Garden Midtown East Manhattan, NY
Private Ipe Roofdeck and Garden Midtown East Manhattan, NY
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Private balcony Hudson Yards utilizing ipe planters, ipe benches, ipe decking, and ipe pergola.
Uptown Beauty
Uptown Beauty
Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.
Pro-Land was hired to manage and construct this secluded backyard in the core of Toronto. Working in conjunction with multiple trades and Eden Tree Design Inc., we were able to create this modern space, utilizing every corner of the property to it's fullest potential. Landscape Design: Eden Tree Design Inc. Photographer: McNeill Photography
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St.Margarets Garden
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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
Roof terrace
Roof terrace
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Tony Woods
Dolores Street House
Dolores Street House
Winder Gibson ArchitectsWinder Gibson Architects
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Sonoma Residence
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Eclectic retrospective
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Ground Level Pool Deck
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Trellis & Firepit Area - Northwest View
Trellis & Firepit Area - Northwest View
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Unlimited Style Photography
Rooftop Gardens
Rooftop Gardens
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Aralia Gardens Limited.
DC ROOF DECK
DC ROOF DECK
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www.Bryanapito.com
Custom Spa and Cedar Deck
Custom Spa and Cedar Deck
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10' Dia Custom Gunite Spa. w/ title border and custom plaster. Also Curved Cedar deck, and spa coping. Custom lights in both deck steps and the seating area. Matt Meaney@ Artisan Landscapes and Pools
Decks, Railing, Stairs, By Westbrook Restorations Master Carpenter 206 954 4054
Decks, Railing, Stairs, By Westbrook Restorations Master Carpenter 206 954 4054
Westbrook Carpentry & MillworkWestbrook Carpentry & Millwork

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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