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Traditional Ground Level Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Installing An R-BLADE™ Pergola In Chesapeake, VA
Installing An R-BLADE™ Pergola In Chesapeake, VA
Azenco OutdoorAzenco Outdoor
Product: R-BLADE™ pergola Size: 120 sq. ft. Options: Custom privacy wall to hold a TV, 2 auto screens, and a fan beam Color: White structure and louvers, gray bronze privacy walls Benefits: enjoying the outdoors all year long in Virginia, protection from rain and cold in winter and from bugs in summer.
5th Street deck
5th Street deck
Stone Ridge DeckingStone Ridge Decking
Outdoor Living Amenities
Outdoor Living Amenities
Archadeck Piedmont TriadArchadeck Piedmont Triad
This traditional wood deck features many custom amenities, including a built-in bench, solid board privacy wall with lattice detail, and a pergola with polycarbonate cover for rain protection.
Award-winning Multi-level Ipe Deck
Award-winning Multi-level Ipe Deck
Decks by Kiefer LLCDecks by Kiefer LLC
A square deck doesn’t have to be boring – just tilt the squares on an angle. This client had a big wish list: A screen porch was created under an existing elevated room. A large upper deck for dining was waterproofed with EPDM roofing. This made for a large dry area on the lower deck furnished with couches, a television, spa, recessed lighting, and paddle fans. An outdoor shower is enclosed under the stairs. For code purposes, we call it a rinsing station. A small roof extension to the existing house provides covering and a spot for a hanging daybed. The design also includes a live edge slab installed as a bar top at which to enjoy a casual drink while watching the children in the yard. The lower deck leads down two more steps to the fire pit.
Full Backyard Pool Deck
Full Backyard Pool Deck
Vandeck BuildersVandeck Builders
Norman Park
Norman Park
Saunders Building Company Pty LtdSaunders Building Company Pty Ltd
Q St Deck Addition
Q St Deck Addition
Amanda Ganginis ArchitectAmanda Ganginis Architect
This deck was built over an existing at-grade patio. The existing pergola was renovated to incorporate new, lattice, privacy screens with integrated planter boxes below. Rainwater is deposited into a pond which overflows into an adjacent rain garden. The deck stairs take you down to a beautiful back yard and garden beyond.
Historic Renovation
Historic Renovation
Ron Santos BuilderRon Santos Builder
Oakland Landscape Transformation
Oakland Landscape Transformation
Art Garden DesignArt Garden Design
For this backyard we regarded the entire lot. To maximize the backyard space, we used Redwood boards to created two decks, 1) an upper deck level with the upper unit, with wrapping stairs landing on a paver patio, and 2) a lower deck level with the lower unit and connecting to the main patio. The steep driveway was regraded with drainage and stairs to provide an activity patio with seating and custom built shed. We repurposed about 60 percent of the demoed concrete to build urbanite retaining walls along the Eastern side of the house. A Belgard Paver patio defines the main entertaining space, with stairs that lead to a flagstone patio and spa, small fescue lawn, and perimeter of edible fruit trees.
Fox Backyard
Fox Backyard
Green Dove Construction, LLCGreen Dove Construction, LLC
The Fox family wanted to have plenty of entertainment space in their backyard retreat. We also were able to continue using the landscape lighting to help the steps be visible at night and also give a elegant and modern look to the space.
Under Deck Skirting Boardwalk
Under Deck Skirting Boardwalk
Deck & Drive SolutionsDeck & Drive Solutions
New Timbertech Composite Decking with Pecan and Mocha. Westbury Tuscany Railing with Drink Rail, Under Deck Skirting - PVC Boardwalk Design
Pasadena Make Ready
Pasadena Make Ready
Deskins Group LLCDeskins Group LLC
This was another make ready for sale project. We repainted the walls and exterior, replaced the carpet and upgraded the fixtures in a few key places especially the master bathroom. We also repaired the aging deck and replaced the deck boards.
Fredrick Residence
Fredrick Residence
Keystone Custom DecksKeystone Custom Decks
Cozy TV and Fireplace Area
Cozy TV and Fireplace Area
KraftMaster RenovationsKraftMaster Renovations
Pergola with a stone fireplace, waterproof TV and outdoor seating area! Photos by VLG Photography
Wildcat Custom Deck
Wildcat Custom Deck
Specktacular Home RemodelingSpecktacular Home Remodeling
This family was looking to create an outdoor space they could enjoy year-round and use as extra space while entertaining. When it came time to remodel their kitchen, they decided to add a custom deck to the front and back of the home, as well as a custom covered space in the back. The French doors make it easy to carry large, heavy trays of food to and from their smokers and creates a seamless transition to their fully remodeled kitchen. What a beautiful space the whole family can enjoy!
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.
Greensboro Ipe Deck & Cedar Pergolas
Greensboro Ipe Deck & Cedar Pergolas
Archadeck Piedmont TriadArchadeck Piedmont Triad
This backyard pool area required refurbishing. Archadeck worked with the clients as they also coordinated with their pool resurfacing contractor to improve their pool area. We refurbished their deck by removing all the ipe hardwood decking, raising/re-building the deck structure where it was drooping, replacing some of the ipe decking boards, and re-installing the deck anew. In addition, we built three solid cedar pergolas throughout the pool area, including a trellis-style pergola and gate to create a defined entrance into the backyard.
Beverley Crescent Residence
Beverley Crescent Residence
Synthesis Design Inc.Synthesis Design Inc.
Jamestown Deck Project
Jamestown Deck Project
Red House Design BuildRed House Design Build
A beautiful bluestone patio and IPE deck in Jamestown, RI. Photography by Aaron Usher III. Instagram: @redhousedesignbuild
Denny-Blaine Outdoor Revival
Denny-Blaine Outdoor Revival
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Even as night descends, the new deck and green plantings feel bright and lively. Photo by Meghan Montgomery.

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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