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World-Inspired Terrace with a Pergola Ideas and Designs

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Cabo Chic Backyard Retreat
Cabo Chic Backyard Retreat
Design by MishaDesign by Misha
Clients were searching for a space that captured their traveling experiences with a modern-tropical backyard. Includes a private cabana for two with drapes, tropical landscape, privacy walls, combined water and fire feature, and bold colors and lines.
Hôtel Mandarin Oriental Paris
Hôtel Mandarin Oriental Paris
Hugo Hebrard photographe d'architectureHugo Hebrard photographe d'architecture
© Hugo Hébrard photographe d'architecture
Tea House
Tea House
Moneca Kaiser Design Build (MKDB)Moneca Kaiser Design Build (MKDB)
Sustainable home renovations are not only about the house, but about the property as a whole. This harmonious backyard design was featured in The Ottawa Citizen Style Magazine, Homes. Click the link below to check out what the design community in Ottawa is saying about this oasis. http://www.ottawacitizenstyle.com/category/homes/a-place-to-nourish-the-soul/
Arlington Joglo
Arlington Joglo
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Tennis and Equestrian Club
Tennis and Equestrian Club
IM-KMIM-KM
Eastside Asian Inspired Sanctuary
Eastside Asian Inspired Sanctuary
GRG PlayscapesGRG Playscapes
Little Giant Photography
Orchid Wall
Orchid Wall
Beth H. :Beth H. :
new decking and refinished the bridge
Retractable Shade, Chicago
Retractable Shade, Chicago
ShadeFXShadeFX
ShadeFX customized a 16’ x 16’ retractable shade in a white Arcade Fire fabric for a courtyard-like deck. The fire retardant and water repellent canopy extends and retracts on a motorized track controlled by the Somfy Mylink App.
California in Your Backyard - Glass Sunroom
California in Your Backyard - Glass Sunroom
LumonLumon
The patio cover lets in plenty of natural light, creating a bright and inviting sunroom.
Pagoda
Pagoda
Otoniel Solis Inc.Otoniel Solis Inc.
The Vanberstarren
The Vanberstarren
So Green Canada (landscape design /build)So Green Canada (landscape design /build)
Bridge floating over a 48 linear feet long pond connecting main entrance to driveway
Pool Deck & privacy screening
Pool Deck & privacy screening
Sunshine Coast DecksSunshine Coast Decks
Barbe Design
光渓の家
光渓の家
西島正樹／プライム　PRIME Inc.architecture & planning西島正樹／プライム　PRIME Inc.architecture & planning
Relaxing Zen Garden
Relaxing Zen Garden
Calming Spaces Interiors, Design & RemodelingCalming Spaces Interiors, Design & Remodeling
Hôtel Mandarin Oriental Paris
Hôtel Mandarin Oriental Paris
Hugo Hebrard photographe d'architectureHugo Hebrard photographe d'architecture
© Hugo Hébrard photographe d'architecture
Bedford Residential Landscape
Bedford Residential Landscape
NORTHSHORE LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTIONNORTHSHORE LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
Landscape Design for new home including pool location, gazebo, shower, exposed aggregate, install of all hard and soft landscapes.
The Emperor's Garden
The Emperor's Garden
Vacation VerandaVacation Veranda
Tropical Deck
Tropical Deck
British Virgin Islands
British Virgin Islands
Lanai DoorsLanai Doors
Folding doors open completely up to the wood deck surrounded by tropical trees, overlooking the ocean. These folding doors add the perfect touch of luxury to a humble, cozy bungalow.
Downtown Santo Domingo Real Estate development
Downtown Santo Domingo Real Estate development
RemaxRemax
Our main entry is gonna have a coffee shop with exterior terrace.

World-Inspired Terrace with a Pergola 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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