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Traditional Ground Level Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Ravenna Bungalow
Ravenna Bungalow
Hayes Landscape Design ServicesHayes Landscape Design Services
Hopewell Outdoor Escape
Hopewell Outdoor Escape
DES Home RenovationsDES Home Renovations
Full backyard patio and garden renovation
Full backyard patio and garden renovation
Billdr RenovationBilldr Renovation
L'objectif de ce projet était d'apporter de l'intimité et de la polyvalence à une cour arrière en duplex avec l'installation d'un nouveau patio, d'un jardin, d'un cabanon et d'une clôture en bois traité. Le projet comprenait l'enlèvement du sol existant, l'aménagement paysager, l'installation de clôtures, la construction d'un patio et d'un cabanon. Le client en a également profité pour installer une borne de recharge pour son véhicule électrique. __________ The aim of this project was to bring intimacy and versatility to a duplex backyard with the installation of a new patio, garden, shed, and fencing sourced from treated woods. The project involved removing the existing soil, landscaping, installing fences, building a patio and a shed. The client also took the opportunity to install a charging station for their electric vehicle.
Timbertech Reserve Patterned composite deck.
Timbertech Reserve Patterned composite deck.
Mississauga Decks and Trim Inc.Mississauga Decks and Trim Inc.
The entire deck is built with Timbertech reserve composite decking (dark roast border with antique leather field board). Patterned deck design, with storage shed/ bbq enclosure. Bbq area has two walls clad with fusion stone and the feature wall is half fusion stone and half herringbone patterned composite decking, to match the deck. On the main deck there's a long composite bench with backrest and built in planter boxes. The lower deck is built around a swim spa with a large planter box running the length of the spa to give privacy. The hot-tub area is enclosed with a custom cedar privacy wall which separates from the main deck area. Deck lighting and pot lights light up the whole area and the bbq area is equipped with an infrared heater to stay warm on those cooler evenings. There's also a tv mounted on the bbq wall and exterior speakers surround the entire area for the ultimate in entertainment.
5th Street deck
5th Street deck
Stone Ridge DeckingStone Ridge Decking
Fredrick Residence
Fredrick Residence
Keystone Custom DecksKeystone Custom Decks
Balcony Deck - Ridge Premium Gunstock and A210 Steel Railing
Balcony Deck - Ridge Premium Gunstock and A210 Steel Railing
Envision Outdoor Living ProductsEnvision Outdoor Living Products
This balcony deck features Envision Outdoor Living Products. The composite decking is Gunstock from our Ridge Premium Collection and the deck railing is A210 Aluminum Railing.
Cottage House
Cottage House
Reilly DesignReilly Design
Outdoor fireplace
4' x 5' Deck Landing on Metal Brackets
4' x 5' Deck Landing on Metal Brackets
Mjolnir ConstructionMjolnir Construction
You typically see these types of decks on new homes, which are installed by the builder. They are supported by metal brackets that are securely fastened to the foundation. This is a great way to construct a small deck for access, without having to build on blocks, patio stones, concrete piers or helical piles. They can range from 3', 4' and even 5' out from the wall and can be as long as you like given there is room for multiple brackets. Here, we replaced one of those builder decks that was roughly 20 years old with a new 4' x 5' deck and stairs while using the existing metal brackets!
Afresco Gas Grill & Pizza Oven
Afresco Gas Grill & Pizza Oven
All Things BarbecueAll Things Barbecue
Our client can enjoy barbecue meals and homemade pizza from the comfort of the patio with a beautiful red brick outdoor kitchen. Emerging seamlessly from the back of the house along one side of the deck, this custom-built linear kitchen can manage meals for a crowd despite its small footprint.
Outdoor Spaces - Decks & Porches
Outdoor Spaces - Decks & Porches
Rossmore Construction LLCRossmore Construction LLC
Timbertech Vintage Mahogany Composite Decking. Minimal railings. Continuous wrap around steps. Needham Massachusetts
Indoor-Outdoor Living in Atlanta
Indoor-Outdoor Living in Atlanta
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
A new set of French doors off the kitchen creates a seamless transition to the outdoor living room where a small, unused closet was revamped into a stylish, custom built-in bar complete with honed black granite countertops, floating shelves, and a stainless-steel beverage fridge.
Multi Living Deck
Multi Living Deck
Deck & Drive SolutionsDeck & Drive Solutions
New Timbertech Composite Deck with Westbury Railing and Full Deck Lighting, Multiple Outdoor Living Areas w/ hot tub on deck
Deck with Pergola
Deck with Pergola
Bella Vita BuildersBella Vita Builders
Outdoor living
Outdoor living
A Perfect CoverageA Perfect Coverage
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue
Laser FocusLaser Focus
Creekside Brickhouse - A Charming Exterior
Creekside Brickhouse - A Charming Exterior
Homes And Such LLCHomes And Such LLC
One of the best features of this home is its proximity to nature. The porch and deck are all about immersion in nature and making the most of the features of each space. Encased in windows, the porch is designed for casual dining with jewel-toned seating. A wall of green contrasts against a moody palette and sheer window treatments let in light, while maintaining privacy. The nearby deck immerses you in the outdoors. A minimalist vibe, the deck features flexible seating whether lounging or hosting. Family and friends can easily move from the house to the deck and back again. The deck is truly an extension of the porch and home.
Modern Transitional Subdivision New Construction Home
Modern Transitional Subdivision New Construction Home
Eaton + Stipp Custom HomesEaton + Stipp Custom Homes
Bi folding doors to exterior patio to backyard.
Fishtown Row
Fishtown Row
Wyant ArchitectureWyant Architecture
The kitchen and integral garden function as the heart of the home.
Traditional Backyard Retreat - Jordan
Traditional Backyard Retreat - Jordan
LandArtLandArt
A unique way of accessing the back deck while maximizing the space for the rest of the landscaping. Cable railings provides a sleek finish. The white Versatex cladding makes for a statement against the warm cedar deck, pergola and top rail

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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