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Traditional Wood Railing Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8
Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8
Jemimah BarnettJemimah Barnett
Trees, wisteria and all other plantings designed and installed by Bright Green (brightgreen.co.uk) | Decking and pergola built by Luxe Projects London | Concrete dining table from Coach House | Spike lights and outdoor copper fairy lights from gardentrading.co.uk
Outdoor Living Space
Outdoor Living Space
Paul Thomas Designs, LLCPaul Thomas Designs, LLC
Armour Heights - Cozy Backyard
Armour Heights - Cozy Backyard
Infinite Possibilities Landscape & DesignInfinite Possibilities Landscape & Design
Toit terrasse Neuilly
Toit terrasse Neuilly
UserUser
Aménagement d'une terrasse sur un toit à Neuilly sur Seine.
Freestanding Retractable Canopy, Toronto
Freestanding Retractable Canopy, Toronto
ShadeFXShadeFX
International Landscaping partnered with ShadeFX to provide shade to another beautiful outdoor kitchen in Toronto. A 12’x8’ freestanding canopy in a neutral Sunbrella Cadet Grey fabric was manufactured for the space.
Jackson Place Oasis Deck
Jackson Place Oasis Deck
UserUser
A view of the three-tiered, 700+ sqft deck from the center of the garden.
North Emerald
North Emerald
DEAR HOUSE LOVE Woman Owned Design/Build FirmDEAR HOUSE LOVE Woman Owned Design/Build Firm
Deck off kitchen, custom railing
Lake House
Lake House
Fautt HomesFautt Homes
Lower desk with views.
Treetop Retreat
Treetop Retreat
Shambhala LandscapesShambhala Landscapes
At the rear of the home, a two-level Redwood deck built around a dramatic oak tree as a focal point, provided a large and private space. An outdoor kitchen island nestled under the tree branch allowed for easy entertaining options.
Deck Addition - Wappingers Falls
Deck Addition - Wappingers Falls
Built Better ConstructionBuilt Better Construction
New Deck, Removed Two Windows and installed Sliding Glass door with Built-in Blinds
Colorado Decks
Colorado Decks
K&A ConstructionK&A Construction
K&A Construction has completed hundreds of decks over the years. This is a sample of some of those projects in an easy to navigate project. K&A Construction takes pride in every deck, pergola, or outdoor feature that we design and construct. The core tenant of K&A Construction is to create an exceptional service and product for an affordable rate. To achieve this goal we commit ourselves to exceptional service, skilled crews, and beautiful products.
Patio Installation in Syracuse
Patio Installation in Syracuse
Team Hammer ConstructionTeam Hammer Construction
Wood
Wood
Macario Full ServiceMacario Full Service
GLC
GLC
GLC Carpentry & ConstructionGLC Carpentry & Construction
Patio Deck & Pergola
Patio Deck & Pergola
R&R Backyard RemodelingR&R Backyard Remodeling
For this patio we went all new with a new elevated deck patio and pergola. We also added a matching fence & gate.
Kerrington Proper Executive Ranch
Kerrington Proper Executive Ranch
Duke Homes, Inc.Duke Homes, Inc.
The multi-level deck and patio provide a variety of gathering spaces.
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.
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.
The Laurel
The Laurel
Kessler Construction LLCKessler Construction LLC
Custom deck with outdoor ceiling fans and wooden railings.
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

Traditional Wood Railing 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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