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Contemporary Decks
Contemporary Decks
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
Large award winning raised deck in Montclair New Jersey. This large deck features built-in seating, lighting, and a large fire pit. Design and Construction by Decks by Kiefer. (Photo by Frank Gensheimer)
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.
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.
Landscape
Landscape
GCSF Pavers and LandscapeGCSF Pavers and Landscape
Redmond Foss
Redmond Foss
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Photography: www.parkscreative.com
Gramercy Park Terrace
Gramercy Park Terrace
Gunn Landscape ArchitectureGunn Landscape Architecture
Photo: Alex Herring
Morningside Queenslander
Morningside Queenslander
Connors & Co.Connors & Co.
Fitzroy North Project
Fitzroy North Project
ArchitectedArchitected
James Morgan Photography
Pergola sur le toit
Pergola sur le toit
EVA PALKOVA ARCHITECTEEVA PALKOVA ARCHITECTE
Adrien DUQUESNEL
Superior Terrace
Superior Terrace
Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.
The large, irrigated containers and well-selected plant materials thrive on the sunny roof deck. Photo courtesy Van Inwegen Digital Arts
DC ROOF DECK
DC ROOF DECK
ARCHI-TEXTUAL, PLLCARCHI-TEXTUAL, PLLC
www.Bryanapito.com
Chicago north side deck
Chicago north side deck
Punch ConstructionPunch Construction
A city garage rooftop makes the perfect space for a new cedar deck, accented with garden planters and custom pergola. Punch Construction
Custom Design - Outdoor Living - The Ridges
Custom Design - Outdoor Living - The Ridges
Blue HeronBlue Heron
Tribeca Loft
Tribeca Loft
Scordio ConstructionScordio Construction
Haus S
Haus S
Stephan Maria Lang ArchitekturStephan Maria Lang Architektur
Fotos: Koy + Winkel
Privacy Screens
Privacy Screens
Urban Haven Landscapes IncUrban Haven Landscapes Inc
Alamo redwood deck and exterior
Alamo redwood deck and exterior
Bonny Weil General ContractorBonny Weil General Contractor
Ali Vorhies
Transitional Deck
Transitional Deck
Urban Farmhouse
Urban Farmhouse
My House Design/Build/TeamMy House Design/Build/Team
My House Design/Build Team | www.myhousedesignbuild.com | 604-694-6873 | Reuben Krabbe Photography
Deck Design
Deck Design
Archadeck of NashvilleArchadeck of Nashville
This flowing wooden deck addition in Franklin features wraparound stairs with integrated LED stair tread lighting.

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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