Terrace Design

30 Ideas to Beautify Your Terrace in the City, No Matter How Small

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It is very easy to transform the terrace into a comfortable space, in which to forget the daily routine and enjoy the good weather. Discover our ideas to decorate it. It is very easy to transform the terrace into a comfortable space, in which to forget the daily routine and enjoy the good weather. Discover our ideas to decorate it.

Being an urbanite does not have to be at odds with the desire to savour part of the day outside. A terrace in the city is the solution to have it all.

1. A Relaxed and Stylish Atmosphere

1. A Relaxed and Stylish Atmosphere

Are you looking for your terrace to be a special place to rest? Opt for timeless pieces, like the Acapulco chair, in bright yellow. It fits like a cinema with today’s furniture and materials: the circular fibre table, the brass lamp and a corner sofa dotted with cushions with ethnic prints.

2. Folding Furniture for Mini Spaces

2. Folding Furniture for Mini Spaces

They are the best option to create eating areas in them: folding wing chairs and tables in wood. Pick-ups will allow you to have the terrace for other activities; Ikea.

3. Exotic Relaxation

3. Exotic Relaxation

Original, comfortable and exotic due to its poly rattan shell in a green and white braid (it cleans very well and resists humidity). So is this hanging chair, a ten solution for a mini terrace or a balcony. It is from Kave Home and its mattress and pillow guarantee high comfort. Ideal, right?

4. A Fresh and Tasteful Look

4. A Fresh and Tasteful Look

Natural fibres are still a must, so bet on them if you are looking for a cool and warm terrace. Use them on furniture and surround them with textured fabrics in neutral tones – linen and cotton. You will see what a homey effect.

5. An Up-to-date Salon

5. An Up-to-date Salon

Go for straight metal and rope armchairs and sofas, with soft cushions and a modern, easy-to-mix palette. Smooth upholstery in brick colour, others in khaki green and gray and some patterned chairs. Dress them up with original textiles and put some resin tables in identical colours. 

6. All-terrain

6. All-terrain

Reclining loungers, a lightweight square table, and an easy-to-move sunshade. It is what you need to have a terrace without complications. Add some cushions in summer colours, including a rug to take off your shoes and put some lanterns.

7. Full-colour and Bucolic

7. Full-colour and Bucolic

A beautiful gallery with aged woodwork and wooden floors will be brought to life with coloured furniture. A few chairs and a table in mint green are enough, like the ones in this room.

8. Corner With Lights

8. Corner With Lights

Versatile furniture is a great addition if your terrace is small. Think of a wooden bench like this one from Lights4fun. It will help you to set up a special corner. Wrap it with wide and soft cushions to sit and lean against the wall. Without forgetting a blanket, or the objects that help create atmosphere: candles, outdoor lights … And a few natural plants. The greenest touch!

9. Very Attractive Dining Room

9. Very Attractive Dining Room

Wrought iron furniture does not go out of style. You just have to choose current designs, but with certain deco details, such as the ceramic tiles on this table. Chairs of the same aesthetic cut will be your best allies.

10. Flirty and Only for Two

10. Flirty and Only for Two

If your terrace is small, there is furniture designed for it. Like this idea from El Corte Inglés. Its balcony table with a wrought iron base and ceramic top occupy just enough space and the mix of materials is very beautiful. It is enough to surround it with warmly designed (and stackable) chairs to create an ideal and functional corner.

11. Furniture and Natural Materials

11. Furniture and Natural Materials

The coatings and wood panelling, provided they are weatherproof, are a perfect resource to add warmth and decorate a terrace. Accompanied by the appropriate outdoor furniture and a good assortment of plants, the set is round.

12. A Terrace to Enjoy the Nights

12. A Terrace to Enjoy the Nights

The long-awaited outdoor dinners are finally here, as a couple, with a family or just one, of course, always with the right lighting. A garland of electric lanterns plus some candles on the table … and voila!

13. A Little Corner for Two

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Would you like to escape from the asphalt of the city for a few hours? Use bright colours with a predominance of blue, a tone that always transports us to the seashore. On this terrace, it was achieved with two chairs and a small table, from Natura, and animated textiles.

14. A Terrace With Views

14. A Terrace With Views

If you have space on the terrace, set up your private garden and enjoy the freshness and calm that the plants transmit. Even go for a medium-sized tree planted in a pot, so you will have natural shade on the hottest days of the year.

15. On the Terrace, Custom Furniture

15. On the Terrace, Custom Furniture

Seats work or, as in this case, treated wood exterior, become valuable allies in the terraces small; Accompanied by mats and cushions, they give life to a very charming outdoor lounge.

16. Cooking Outside

16. Cooking Outside

Are you lucky enough to have a spacious rooftop terrace? A great idea is to incorporate a small kitchen with a barbecue, a mini-fridge and storage space for household items. Thus, you will avoid constantly going up and downstairs and you will enjoy this great space much more.

17. Very Well Thought!

17. Very Well Thought!

In a narrow and elongated space, the idea is to choose furniture with little depth and place it next to the walls to facilitate the passage.

18. A Terrace to Relax

18. A Terrace to Relax

If you can fit in a lounger on the terrace, you are already guaranteed both summer naps and morning sunbaths.

And if you also surround yourself with fresh flowers, you will not want to know anything about the rest of the world.

19. A Little Urban Oasis

19. A Little Urban Oasis

If you dream of your own chill-out in the city centre, get inspired by this terrace.

A perfect mix of artificial grass, cane and wicker furniture, ethnic print cushions and tropical plants, all from Ikea. Pour yourself a lemonade and voilà! , you already have your private oasis.

20. With Green Wall

20. With Green Wall

In the city, it is common for the building opposite to be too close and the neighbours’ inevitable prying eyes. The solution to gain privacy, without overwhelming the space, is to surround the perimeter of tall plants and also enjoy their freshness.

21. A Revival in Outdoor Furniture: Wicker

21. A Revival in Outdoor Furniture

Some materials are reinvented and continue to be on the market. The wicker furniture has been enriched with other fibres, very resistant to changes in temperature and atmospheric agents, which allows your furniture to looking perfect after withstanding the cold and humidity of winter.

22. Painted Wooden Floor

22. Painted Wooden Floor

Fancy some colour on the floor? Replace the traditional wood tiles in a natural tone with other painted ones. The pieces must be protected against moisture, fungus and rot. Wood panelling is ideal for creating a comfortable outdoor space but requires annual care. Instead, you can install synthetic flooring, the latest trend in this sector.

23. Colorful Hammock

23. Colorful Hammock

If your deck has two walls, try anchoring a hammock in one corner. It is a very economical option and so attractive that it will seem ideal for sunbathing or taking a nap in the cold. Go ahead and make a hammock yourself. You need a minimum of 2.5 m long fabric by 85 cm wide. Choose a resistant and breathable fabric (canvas or similar). Uses anti-mould polypropylene rope. Complete the corner with a couple of tables in bright colours.

24. A Whole Orchard

24. A Whole Orchard

Plants are the perfect complement to any terrace or balcony, whatever your style. If you want to create an exotic effect, place potted varieties around the dining room or living area. When you water them, you will have a pleasant feeling of freshness.

25. A Little Being in the Shade

25. A Little Being in the Shade

If you are one of the lucky ones that have a terrace in a flat in the centre of the city, condition it so that the hot months are more bearable. You can create a living area or a dining room, depending on the time you spend in it. With a high coffee table, you can also make light dinners outside. 

26. Work Furniture

26. Work Furniture

They allow you to design the terrace to your liking since they adapt to your needs. In this case, an L-shaped bench has been installed to create a seating area. You can paint the furniture in white or give it colour and complete it with comfortable mattresses and cushions. 

27. Protection Systems

27. Protection Systems

Even in the sunny hours, to enjoy your space, do not neglect the shade systems: a pergola, a generously sized umbrella or an awning. Opt for a folding model; so it will be shady only when you want. 

28. Materials Mix

28. Materials Mix

Combine finishes in furniture and coatings to achieve a very natural atmosphere. Here environments have been delimited with a wooden platform and earth-tone stones, which facilitate maintenance. 

29. For Small Terraces

29. For Small Terraces

Do not underestimate the possibilities of your small terrace or balcony, in a corner you can create a cosy and charming living area. Take note of this example: in 6 m² there is no lack of detail, a sofa, a coffee table, a hammock and two vases. All coordinated in fibres.

30. A Chill-out Inspired Terrace

30. A Chill-out Inspired Terrace

All you need is a couple of comfortable low-height seats, mats in neutral colours and soft cushions to recreate your corner. The candles and some fibre cushions or beanbags on the floor should not be missing.