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Central London Orangery
Central London Orangery
Prime OakPrime Oak
This lovely family kitchen extension has created the required space for a family dining area and snug. The bi-folding doors allow for a seamless transition from the indoors to the outdoors, perfect for entertaining on a summer's evening.
Faircloth Backyard & Patio
Faircloth Backyard & Patio
TYDAN Landscape Design Inc.TYDAN Landscape Design Inc.
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Poolside Entertainment
Poolside Entertainment
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
photography by Andrea Calo
Decks & Patios
Decks & Patios
TH Remodeling & Renovations Inc.TH Remodeling & Renovations Inc.
Custom Trex Transcend deck, Somerset
Custom Trex Transcend deck, Somerset
Deck GuardianDeck Guardian
Waynesville Mountain Modern Craftsman
Waynesville Mountain Modern Craftsman
ACM DesignACM Design
Azek Slate Grey Deck with seating
Azek Slate Grey Deck with seating
Coty ConstructionCoty Construction
This customer wanted their deck to have seating around the edge. We built their deck and deck seating out of AZEK composite decking in Slate Grey. It features a double picture frame on the deck and single picture frame on the bench seating. This will be a lovely space for the customer to enjoy the outdoors in low maintenance on the comfort.
Brentwood Outdoor Living Space
Brentwood Outdoor Living Space
B. Jane GardensB. Jane Gardens
Pool and Deck
Intimate City Backyard
Intimate City Backyard
Braitman Design StudioBraitman Design Studio
A narrow deck with full -wrap surround provides an interface between indoors and outdoors. The Enclosure provides just enough privacy without feeling intrusive. The enclosure is powder-coated aluminum with cedar slats. Photo Credit: Felicia Evans
New Beautiful Trex deck
New Beautiful Trex deck
Deck GuardianDeck Guardian
Fiberon Composite Decking
Fiberon Composite Decking
Fiberon DeckingFiberon Decking
Fiberon Horizon capped composite decking in 'Ipe', with a 'Tudor Brown' border. This project was built by MW Enterprise builders in Maryland. The design incorporates built-in seating and planter boxes. the composite deck boards were also used to cap the railing. it creates a uniform design, plus, the flat top rail provides a spot to rest your glass or plate when entertaining.
Whelon Deck
Whelon Deck
Boyce RenovationsBoyce Renovations
Upper West Side Terrace I
Upper West Side Terrace I
Gunn Landscape ArchitectureGunn Landscape Architecture
Photo: Chris Cooper
Quinn Project
Quinn Project
The DeckspertsThe Decksperts
Deck & Fencing
Deck & Fencing
Gardenalia Property Services, LLCGardenalia Property Services, LLC
Backyard deck and sculpture garden!
Traditional Deck
Traditional Deck
Portfolio
Portfolio
North Summit Builders LLCNorth Summit Builders LLC
Reforma Integral de Ático Dúplex
Reforma Integral de Ático Dúplex
Arrevol ArquitectosArrevol Arquitectos
Trabajamos con un matrimonio y les realizamos una reforma integral, se tiró toda la tabiquería y se hizo una distribución completamente nueva. El objetivo de nuestros clientes era dar la vuelta a la casa, las zonas más "públicas" (salón, comedor y cocina) estaban abajo y había que pasarlas arriba, y los dormitorios que estaban arriba había que ponerlos abajo. Con una terraza de 70 m2 y otra de 20 m2 había que crear varios ambientes al exterior teniendo en cuenta el clima de Madrid. El edificio cuenta con un sistema de climatización muy poco eficiente al ser todo eléctrico, por lo que se desconectó la casa de la calefacción central y se instaló suelo radiante-refrescante con aerotermia con energía renovable, pasando de una calificación "E", a una "A".

Traditional 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.
Pergolas
Pergolas
American Deck & Sunroom Co.American Deck & Sunroom Co.
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