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Wandsworth Bridge Road
Wandsworth Bridge Road
GOATER JONES London LtdGOATER JONES London Ltd
Roof terrace
Rooftop Oasis
Rooftop Oasis
Flavin ArchitectsFlavin Architects
Modern mahogany deck. On the rooftop, a perimeter trellis frames the sky and distant view, neatly defining an open living space while maintaining intimacy. A modern steel stair with mahogany threads leads to the headhouse. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography
LA Home Builders Fall Parade of Homes 2018
LA Home Builders Fall Parade of Homes 2018
Coffey & Co. House of InteriorsCoffey & Co. House of Interiors
Lisza Coffey Photography
Midvale Courtyard House
Midvale Courtyard House
Bruns ArchitectureBruns Architecture
Tricia Shay Photography
Allee House
Allee House
McInturff ArchitectsMcInturff Architects
Mount Airy MD General Contractor: Mueller Homes Photo: Julia Heine / McInturff Architects
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.
Church
Church
Daniela Fulford PhotographyDaniela Fulford Photography
winter park mountain home
winter park mountain home
jennifer rhode designjennifer rhode design
Deck Cable Railing System - East Hampton, NY
Deck Cable Railing System - East Hampton, NY
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Beach house with expansive outdoor living spaces and cable railings custom made by Keuka studios for the deck, rooftop deck stairs, and crows nest. Cable Railing - Keuka Studios Ithaca Style made of aluminum and powder coated. www.Keuka-Studios.com Builder - Perello Design Build
Multi-Level Deck in Leander, TX
Multi-Level Deck in Leander, TX
Archadeck of AustinArchadeck of Austin
A unique feature of this multi-level deck design is in the wide width decking utilized in the picture framing. At 7-1/4” wide, it’s 1-3/4” wider than the standard 5-1/2” decking plank.
River's Edge
River's Edge
StudioTrimbleStudioTrimble
Outdoor shower for the family when they come in from the river.
Mare Bella Key
Mare Bella Key
Austin Follos PhotographyAustin Follos Photography
City Beach
City Beach
Residential AttitudesResidential Attitudes
Whale Rock Project - First Place Winner July 2019
Whale Rock Project - First Place Winner July 2019
Feeney Inc.Feeney Inc.
Residential waterfront home/deck, Ipe deck, with Azek posts and mahogany top rail and 1/8" CableRail. Credit: Suburban Renewal, Master Builders — in Narragansett, Rhode Island.
Ático Principal
Ático Principal
Egue y SetaEgue y Seta
Bellona Street II: Daniel Island
Bellona Street II: Daniel Island
Lowcountry Premier Custom HomesLowcountry Premier Custom Homes
Moore Residence
Moore Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Outdoor deck with covered outdoor dining area located at the rear and side yards photographed from second floor study. Photo by Dan Arnold
Sandy House- Deck
Sandy House- Deck
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: 41 Degrees North Construction, Inc. Landscape Architect: Wild Violets (Landscape and Garden Design on Martha's Vineyard) Photographer: Sean Litchfield Photography
Parakeet Cottage Project
Parakeet Cottage Project
Black and White ProjectsBlack and White Projects
Design and build @blackandwhiteprojects | Pictures @rikki_lancaster_commercial
The Fish Camp
The Fish Camp
Perrone Construction Custom HomesPerrone Construction Custom Homes

Terrace with a Roof Extension 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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