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Traditional Black Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Deck & Gazebo
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Deck with Gazebo
Double The Pleasure in Texas Hill Country!
Double The Pleasure in Texas Hill Country!
Archadeck of AustinArchadeck of Austin
The homeowners wanted their old wooden deck replaced with a larger deck made of low-maintenance material and able to accommodate their large family. In addition to deck expansion and replacement, Archadeck of Austin replaced the old deck’s three existing pergolas with four new ones. We mounted the new wooden pergolas on 6×6-inch custom-fabricated steel posts with a black finish matching the deck railings. Photos courtesy Archadeck of Austin.
A Chicago Outdoor Space
A Chicago Outdoor Space
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Outdoor living room with all the best amenities. The veranda along with the fireplace and heaters allows this space to be used all year long. The outdoor rug and furniture really make the space feel like your living room inside.
Roswell Trex Deck
Roswell Trex Deck
DecksouthDecksouth
Park Ave Rooftop
Park Ave Rooftop
Hollander DesignHollander Design
LED Outdoor Deck Lighting
LED Outdoor Deck Lighting
DEKOR LightingDEKOR Lighting
Deck uses Illuminated basket balusters to help create a evening ambiance. DEKOR® stair step lights also add to the mood.
Raised Deck Project
Raised Deck Project
IMPROVE or MOVEIMPROVE or MOVE
Raised Deck
Montclair Contemporary Deck
Montclair Contemporary Deck
CLC Landscape DesignCLC Landscape Design
As night falls, the deck is illuminated by built-in lighting installed in the steps and under the cantilevered bench.
Custom Deck w/Privacy Screen
Custom Deck w/Privacy Screen
Deck the YardDeck the Yard
Custom wood deck with privacy screen. Photo Credit: J. Scott
Deck & Patio
Deck & Patio
McKay Landscape LightingMcKay Landscape Lighting
Cambridge Deck
Cambridge Deck
Abel C Maldonado ConstructionAbel C Maldonado Construction
Engineer Elevation
Engineer Elevation
Chicago Green Design Inc.Chicago Green Design Inc.
This garage rooftop project is located in Red Hot Chicago's Lincoln Square area. A 360 degree rotating tv, Lush Softscape strategically placed. This project sports one of our 10' fire-tables with offset 6' linear burner. 20 outdoor speakers with separate amp driven subwoofer. These fireproof retractable Deep Gray shades pillow from the pergolas roof. Alley side Privacy panels are frosted giving you the privacy but still allow filtered light to come in. Massive cantilever Tuuci umbrella mast coming out of the bench. A full kitchen and 12 seater dining area are just a few things on this bucket list!
Cable Rail Deck in Media, PA
Cable Rail Deck in Media, PA
Green DecksGreen Decks
We completed this deck for another contractor. The homeowner wanted a better grade deck surface and was excited by our green MOSO Bamboo X-treme deck material. They also wanted a cable railing to keep an open view of the ravine below. This was a complex project which was very satisfying to do.
Winnetka, Azek Deck, Cedar Pergola & Patio
Winnetka, Azek Deck, Cedar Pergola & Patio
Deckwerks, Inc.Deckwerks, Inc.
Cooper Mountain
Cooper Mountain
Total Construction SolutionsTotal Construction Solutions
Anne & Paul's Deck
Anne & Paul's Deck
Paul Lafrance DesignPaul Lafrance Design
Thirty years ago, the homeowners' previous deck was strong and well-built, but time takes its toll and it needed to be replaced. We replaced it with a brand spanking new composite and cedar haven, perfect for a peaceful retirement.
Dubin
Dubin
JC Wagner & Associates, Inc.JC Wagner & Associates, Inc.
LED Outdoor Deck Lighting
LED Outdoor Deck Lighting
DEKOR LightingDEKOR Lighting
Deck has illuminated post caps, and illuminated basket balusters from DEKOR® Lighting. Post caps can be illuminated for on to four sides.
Evening Leisure
Evening Leisure
Gary Marsh DesignGary Marsh Design
Los Gatos, CA / photo:Jay Graham Constructed by 'All Decked Out' Marin County, CA.
Green Island Design
Green Island Design
Green Island DesignGreen Island Design
Composite Deck and Hot Tub

Traditional Black 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 traditional 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 traditional design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a traditional 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 traditional 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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