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Traditional Terrace with a Water Feature Ideas and Designs

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Low Decks
Low Decks
New Creation DecksNew Creation Decks
This small water feature really shows off the design style that the owners have!
Dublin Hideaway
Dublin Hideaway
Hidden Creek Landscaping, Inc.Hidden Creek Landscaping, Inc.
Architectural Photography by Trevor Boyle Studio
Fiberon Decking
Fiberon Decking
Chattanooga eXteriorsChattanooga eXteriors
Clearwater Bay | Lake of the Woods | 2
Clearwater Bay | Lake of the Woods | 2
Kenora Design GroupKenora Design Group
Samantha Hawkins Photography
PAYSAGISME
PAYSAGISME
SYNESTHESIESSYNESTHESIES
La terrasse dans le prolongement de la grande pièce de vie est idéalement située; elle est exposée plein sud, enclavée en rez de jardin, ce qui l'abrite du vent d'Est. dominant à Lyon. Le lieu capte le moindre rayon de soleil et donne l'accès à une pièce d'eau issue de la transformation d'un bassin à poisson transformé en piscine.
The Semicircle Deck
The Semicircle Deck
Paul Lafrance DesignPaul Lafrance Design
Designed by Paul Lafrance and built on HGTV's "Decked Out" episode, "The Semicircle Deck".
Bonavista Garden Oasis
Bonavista Garden Oasis
Kayu Canada Inc.Kayu Canada Inc.
Dark Red Meranti Decking, Stair, Railing, and Feature Wall. Built in hot tub and custom privacy screen.
BRADLEYS HEAD ROAD MOSMAN
BRADLEYS HEAD ROAD MOSMAN
James Design Studio ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORSJames Design Studio ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS
Michael Saggus
Insolroll Outdoor Shades
Insolroll Outdoor Shades
Reference Media IncReference Media Inc
Large 1930s Home with Swimming Pool
Large 1930s Home with Swimming Pool
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
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Cabin with a great outdoor hot tub set up
Cabin with a great outdoor hot tub set up
PDC SpasPDC Spas
All natural cabin in the woods. Wood beam siding, natural stone fireplace, blue stone patio, slate rock stairs, natural tree beams, with hot tub inlaid in the natural blue stone rocks.
Cedar In Spring NJ NADRA 2011 1st Place winner
Cedar In Spring NJ NADRA 2011 1st Place winner
Deck Remodelers.comDeck Remodelers.com
This multilevel deck with dining, lounge and hot tub areas has a lot of privacy from the neighbors and still a full view of the western sky. Designed and built by Deck Remodelers.com 973.729.2125
Backyard Retreat with Ipe Decking & Lattice
Backyard Retreat with Ipe Decking & Lattice
Overseas Hardwoods CoOverseas Hardwoods Co
© http://everlastingdecking.com
Bell Garage
Bell Garage
Chicago Green Design Inc.Chicago Green Design Inc.
This Chicago Rooftop allows for relaxation with some nifty add-ons. Sunbrites newests outdoor TV is the worlds thinnest tv out on the market. We were one of the first in the country to have it installed. a waterfall fire feature combo, a cammo couch with sunbrella fabric that hides even the messiest of kids. IPE flooring Porcelain tile and custom everything... Ah now this is home. closed drapes make this a private space. Donald Maldonado
Composite Dock Salt Lake UT
Composite Dock Salt Lake UT
Archadeck Salt LakeArchadeck Salt Lake
Indian Stone Paving with Raised Brick Planter - in Potton, Cambridgeshire
Indian Stone Paving with Raised Brick Planter - in Potton, Cambridgeshire
Robert Hughes Garden ConstructionRobert Hughes Garden Construction
Ryan Hughes Photography
McSwain Pergola
McSwain Pergola
Bennett Construction CompanyBennett Construction Company
Robyn Smith
Bonavista Garden Oasis
Bonavista Garden Oasis
Kayu Canada Inc.Kayu Canada Inc.
Dark Red Meranti decking material sets this space above any other decking product, who doesn't love the look and feel of real wood.
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AAA Decks, Inc.AAA Decks, Inc.

Traditional Terrace with a Water Feature 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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