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Leisure Time DecksLeisure Time Decks
Coastal Living Magazine Showhouse
Coastal Living Magazine Showhouse
Flagg Coastal HomesFlagg Coastal Homes
The upstairs deck on this beautiful beachfront home features a fire bowl that perfectly complements the deck and surroundings. O McGoldrick Photography
Penthouse
Penthouse
Fatima McNellFatima McNell
Rustic Outdoor Entertaining Space
Rustic Outdoor Entertaining Space
Bear Creek EnterprisesBear Creek Enterprises
The roof was framed out of standard yellow pine lumber and stained. The fireplace is a metal wood-burning firebox with cultured stone veneer. Brian Mininger
Del Mar Deck
Del Mar Deck
2000 sqft Trex Transcend Deck in DelMar CA. Trex Transcend TikiTorch color with Trex Trandscend firepit border and railing.
Alamo redwood deck and exterior
Alamo redwood deck and exterior
Bonny Weil General ContractorBonny Weil General Contractor
Ali Vorhies
Modern Ballard Townhouse
Modern Ballard Townhouse
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Private outdoor roof deck with dining table and conversational seating.
Lilyfield House
Lilyfield House
Danny Broe ArchitectDanny Broe Architect
the deck The deck is an outdoor room with a high awning roof built over. This dramatic roof gives one the feeling of being outside under the sky and yet still sheltered from the rain. The awning roof is freestanding to allow hot summer air to escape and to simplify construction. The architect designed the kitchen as a sculpture. It is also very practical and makes the most out of economical materials.
Central Deck Space
Central Deck Space
Riggs Construction & DesignRiggs Construction & Design
Rich wood tones create an inviting deck spaces. Built-in benches and planters provide a protective alternative to deck railings.
Morro Bay Breezeway
Morro Bay Breezeway
Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape ArchitectureJeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture
Kirkland Outdoor Kitchen
Kirkland Outdoor Kitchen
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
Outdoor kitchen complete with grill, refrigerators, sink, and ceiling heaters. Wood soffits add to a warm feel. Design by: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com Built by: Crescent Builds Photos by: Julie Mannell Photography
West Village Rooftop Garden with Fencing, Outdoor Furniture, Garden Rooms
West Village Rooftop Garden with Fencing, Outdoor Furniture, Garden Rooms
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
This West Village rooftop garden features a custom ipe horizontal fence and planter, concrete pavers, and outdoor dining and sectional seating. It also includes black fiberglass planters filled with Japanese maples, bamboo, maiden grasses, hydrangeas, and knockout roses. This project was designed by Amber Freda in collaboration with Michael Wood Interiors. See more of our projects at www.amberfreda.com.
Treetop Retreat
Treetop Retreat
Shambhala LandscapesShambhala Landscapes
The front upper level deck was rebuilt with Ipe wood and stainless steel cable railing, allowing for full enjoyment of the surrounding greenery. Ipe wood vertical siding complements the deck and the unique A-frame shape.
Second Chapter
Second Chapter
Fergus Garber ArchitectsFergus Garber Architects
Warmington Residential: The ERB - Plan 2 Rooftop Deck
Warmington Residential: The ERB - Plan 2 Rooftop Deck
Warmington ResidentialWarmington Residential
Plan 2 rooftop deck at The E.R.B. in Los Angeles. New Mixed-Use + Single Family Homes in Los Angeles.
Essex Loft
Essex Loft
Ampersand ArchitectureAmpersand Architecture
Elizabeth Felicella
Pedernales Ranch House
Pedernales Ranch House
Jay Corder, ArchitectJay Corder, Architect
FFG Timber Frame Deck Cover
FFG Timber Frame Deck Cover
Sunset BuildersSunset Builders
Our customer had a large, uncovered deck, almost the length of the home. They wanted to add a partial covering to have some shade and protection from the elements. While the house has vinyl siding, they opted to go for the upgraded timber frame roof. The ceiling of the deck cover is tongue and groove pine. The timbers are pine as well. This rustic cover made a wonderful addition to their home, complimenting the existing character of the deck.
Revelry at the penthouse
Revelry at the penthouse
Chicago Green Design Inc.Chicago Green Design Inc.
On this side of the roof here is where the adults can act like kids, This day shot of the steel tipped dart board, soccer obstacle course and chilling area.
Outdoor Living - Symmes
Outdoor Living - Symmes
Ryan Duebber Architect, LLCRyan Duebber Architect, LLC
Lower Deck with built-in sand box Photography by Ross Van Pelt

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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