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Education Hill Addition Deck
Education Hill Addition Deck
ArchiUS Architecture + DesignArchiUS Architecture + Design
The covered, composite deck with ceiling heaters and gas connection, provides year-round outdoor living.
Owning the Block
Owning the Block
Ballard + Mensua ArchitectureBallard + Mensua Architecture
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On Course RemodelingOn Course Remodeling
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Terrasse rooftop - "La belle vie!"
Terrasse rooftop - "La belle vie!"
Erell et Rozanne - Jardins essentielsErell et Rozanne - Jardins essentiels
Outdoor Living with Style
Outdoor Living with Style
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Rooftop Hot Tub Sanctuary
Rooftop Hot Tub Sanctuary
Bullfrog SpasBullfrog Spas
We had the pleasure of adding a hot tub to this home in Daybreak, UT.
NARI
NARI
National Association of the Remodeling IndustryNational Association of the Remodeling Industry
With a recently updated kitchen, these clients had big plans in mind on how to connect their interior living space to the exterior. They wanted a seamless transition that was low maintenance, stylish and large enough to host a party. They got all of that and more! The tiered PVC deck designed to look like exotic wood is flanked with built-in containers, modern cable railings, raised garden beds and a bluestone walkway for driveway access. The clients are thrilled with the new space and how well it integrates with their home.
Deer Ridge deck
Deer Ridge deck
Stone Ridge DeckingStone Ridge Decking
Denver Outdoor Living
Denver Outdoor Living
Colorado Native General ContractingColorado Native General Contracting
Enclosed hot tub with outdoor shower. Built with Trex Decking.
European Luxe
European Luxe
Vivid Interior Design - Danielle LovenVivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven
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.
Loveland Pergola
Loveland Pergola
TruFinishTruFinish
beautiful painted pergola with custom railing
Raised Custom Deck with Hidden Storage
Raised Custom Deck with Hidden Storage
Orange County Deck Co.Orange County Deck Co.
Backyard Entertaining Space with Cedar Pergola
Backyard Entertaining Space with Cedar Pergola
Southview DesignSouthview Design
Kirkland Outdoor Kitchen
Kirkland Outdoor Kitchen
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
Outdoor kitchen complete with grill, refrigerators, sink, and ceiling heaters. Wood soffits add to a warm feel. Design by: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com Built by: Crescent Builds Photos by: Julie Mannell Photography
Easthampton Pergola
Easthampton Pergola
BRJ BuildersBRJ Builders
une terrasse foisonnante!
une terrasse foisonnante!
L'esprit au vertL'esprit au vert
Lansdale Deck and Trellis
Lansdale Deck and Trellis
Harth BuildersHarth Builders
Morningside - Edina, MN
Morningside - Edina, MN
Landmark Exteriors, LLCLandmark Exteriors, LLC

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.
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