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Faxon
Faxon
Euroline Steel WindowsEuroline Steel Windows
Randall
Randall
Chr DAUER ArchitectsChr DAUER Architects
A post-war, Glen Park house was dark and tiny but had good bones and imaginable city views. It was one of those “little boxes on the hillside”. Our design transformed and expanded it into a bright, open, and comfortable four bedroom townhouse with panoramic city views. A huge new sliding skylight/roof hatch above an open staircase illuminates and seamlessly connects the central living and circulation spaces. All bedrooms plus a family room/guest suite are oriented towards the rear and front of house, ensuring direct connection to the out of doors, and privacy from family gathering spaces. The home is modern but has touches of warm traditional styling, anticipating a family with kids, a couple who enjoy entertaining, and or folks who like hunkering down with a good book and a morning cup of coffee. Structural Engineer: Gregory Paul Wallace SE Photographer: Open Homes Photography
Fiberon Inspiration
Fiberon Inspiration
Fiberon DeckingFiberon Decking
With a view like this, who wants to be indoors? This homeowner created an outdoor space perfect for relaxing or entertaining, including drink-friendly flat top railing, and a low-maintenance composite deck from Fiberon. Built-in deck lighting provides ambiance, and extends the fun into the evening.
Black Mountain Family Lodge
Black Mountain Family Lodge
ACM DesignACM Design
Delancey Place Outdoor Kitchen
Delancey Place Outdoor Kitchen
Hanson Fine BuildingHanson Fine Building
Glass-enclosed roof access, with Viking outdoor kitchen and dining area in foreground. Photo by Tom Crane.
Davidsonville Radius deck
Davidsonville Radius deck
Fine Decks Inc.Fine Decks Inc.
Melrose, MA
Melrose, MA
Blackdog Design Build RemodelBlackdog Design Build Remodel
In this addition design you get the best of both worlds. Both in and outdoor spaces while taking in fabulous views. John Gauvin-Studio One, Manchester, NH
Carmel Residence
Carmel Residence
Dirk Denison ArchitectsDirk Denison Architects
Photography: David Matheson
Exteriorscapes
Exteriorscapes
CSDesign llcCSDesign llc
China Camp Rd, Truckee, California
China Camp Rd, Truckee, California
K. DonavanK. Donavan
Pool House
Pool House
Acorn Garden HousesAcorn Garden Houses
East Hampton, NY
East Hampton, NY
Eisner Design LLCEisner Design LLC
Pergola
Luxury Ski Home
Luxury Ski Home
The Decor BriefThe Decor Brief
Prairie Village Modern
Prairie Village Modern
Design LabDesign Lab
Matthew Anderson
North Hollow
North Hollow
Shelsi Lindquist PhotographyShelsi Lindquist Photography
Vermont Megadeck -- Alternate View
Vermont Megadeck -- Alternate View
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
Frank Gensheimer Photography
Pool Decks
Pool Decks
Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.
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The Perfectionist Painting Co.
The Perfectionist Painting Co.
The Perfectionist Painting Co.The Perfectionist Painting Co.
Canyon Lake, TX Power washed and used semi transparent cedar tone stain to stain the deck.
Rooftop Garden with Pergola and Fencing for Outdoor Seating Area
Rooftop Garden with Pergola and Fencing for Outdoor Seating Area
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
This rooftop garden on Manhattan's Upper East Side features an ipe pergola and fencing that provides both shade and privacy to a seating area. Plantings include spiral junipers and boxwoods in terra cotta and Corten steel planters. Wisteria vines grow up custom-built lattices. See more of our projects at www.amberfreda.com.
Hip on the Hilltop
Hip on the Hilltop
Home Design & Decor MagazineHome Design & Decor Magazine
Photographer- Topher Ayrhart http://topherayrhart.com/ Designer- Eric Barth & Ryan Burke http://www.houzz.com/pro/aparallel/a-parallel-architecture Oct/Nov 2015 Hip on the Hilltop http://www.urbanhomemagazine.com/feature/1451

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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