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Traditional Ground Level Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Snohomish Estate
Snohomish Estate
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Photo by Kirsten Robertson.
216 Windsor Drive - The Bingham
216 Windsor Drive - The Bingham
Windward PointeWindward Pointe
The rear deck is the perfect place to soak up those stunning mountain views. It includes a covered rear porch as well!
Norman Park
Norman Park
Saunders Building Company Pty LtdSaunders Building Company Pty Ltd
Mission Garden Cottage
Mission Garden Cottage
Lacey Construction Ltd.Lacey Construction Ltd.
Photos by Brice Ferre
Exterior Deck
Exterior Deck
Arch Studio, Inc.Arch Studio, Inc.
Arch Studio, Inc. designed a 730 square foot ADU for an artistic couple in Willow Glen, CA. This new small home was designed to nestle under the Oak Tree in the back yard of the main residence.
Gazebo and Deck in Boyds, Montgomery County, MD
Gazebo and Deck in Boyds, Montgomery County, MD
Deck Solid ConstructionDeck Solid Construction
Beautiful Deck and Screened Gazebo built for a family in Boyds, in Montgomery County, MD using TREX railings and decking boards.
Retractable Canopies, Columbus
Retractable Canopies, Columbus
ShadeFXShadeFX
Nicholson Builders partnered with ShadeFX for a backyard renovation in Columbus, Ohio. The Nicholson team built a large pergola for the homeowner’s poolside lounge area and ShadeFX customized two manual 14′ x 10′ retractable canopies in Sunbrella Cocoa to fit the structure.
3000 Saint Annes Ln
3000 Saint Annes Ln
Virtual Studio InnovationsVirtual Studio Innovations
14' x 16' Floating Backyard Deck
14' x 16' Floating Backyard Deck
Mjolnir ConstructionMjolnir Construction
The most popular choice of deck among our customers is a floating deck, which is low to the ground and requires no railing or building permits! We just put the finishing touches on our most recent floating deck coming in at 224 Sqft. (14' x 16')... ✔️ Stairs from existing landing are cut to sit on the new floating deck while keeping a consistent rise. ✔️ A 2" x 4" border is placed around the perimeter of the deck to hide the ugly end grain of the deck boards and skirting. ✔️ A deep step provides comfortable access to the yard, with patio stones set on limestone for a strong base. If you are looking for a floating deck to enjoy for next year, please contact us today for a free estimate!
Тропическое озеленение террасы
Тропическое озеленение террасы
Бюро ПихтаБюро Пихта
Озеленение террасы на частном участке с использованием экзотических растений. Идея проекта - поддержать классический стиль террасы и придать уникальность. Получилось реализовать идею, благодаря использованию разных по цвету, форме и фактуре кашпо и тропических растений.
Free Standing Roof Cover
Free Standing Roof Cover
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Lighting elements help tie this roof structure together and make it, its own living space
Englewood 3075
Englewood 3075
Shadow Creek HomesShadow Creek Homes
Decks & Porches
Decks & Porches
S & A ConstructionS & A Construction
Casual Craftsman
Casual Craftsman
Concept Design, Inc.Concept Design, Inc.
Outdoor living space with center firepit
Traditional Backyard Retreat - Jordan
Traditional Backyard Retreat - Jordan
LandArtLandArt
I'd love to sit down here for a meal! The colours are just so cheery! There is plenty of space to entertain on this large deck and the wide stairs are open to the rest of the patio and pool area.
Redwood Deck in Aurora Colorado
Redwood Deck in Aurora Colorado
Bella Vita BuildersBella Vita Builders
Two Tier Deck
Two Tier Deck
Vision ConstructionVision Construction
Because of the steep backyard on this home in Batavia, we built a large two tier deck with an integrated hot tub, grill space, and seating area to entertain friends and family.
Тропическое озеленение террасы
Тропическое озеленение террасы
Бюро ПихтаБюро Пихта
Озеленение террасы на частном участке с использованием экзотических растений. Идея проекта - поддержать классический стиль террасы и придать уникальность. Получилось реализовать идею, благодаря использованию разных по цвету, форме и фактуре кашпо и тропических растений.
Jackson Place Oasis Deck
Jackson Place Oasis Deck
UserUser
A view of the three-tiered, 700+ sqft deck from the center of the garden.
Kitchen and Dining Room Renovations
Kitchen and Dining Room Renovations
Arquero HomesArquero Homes

Traditional Ground Level 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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