12 corner decking ideas

If a corner of your garden is crying out for decking, you’re in the right place. Here, we’ll reveal 12 corner decking ideas to help take your garden to the next level.

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A corner of your garden could be the ideal spot for decking. Perhaps that’s where you get the most sun, or maybe it’s right outside your kitchen doors so you can ferry snacks back and forth with minimal fuss. Whatever your reasoning, check out these corner decking ideas to nail it.

1. Lay your corner decking diagonally

Laying your garden decking diagonally is a great way to prevent a square deck from feeling boxy, and will give it an all-important sense of space and grandeur. Here, dark stained decking adds warmth and colour to this modern property, contrasting nicely with the white render. The grey and white gravel around it echos the colours of the property and gives the decking a contemporary edge.

2. Add a pergola to your corner decking

If you’re looking to level up your corner decking, adding a pergola could be the perfect solution. It’ll turn your corner deck into a fully fledged room outdoors, just without the walls! This homeowner has incorporated a comfy corner sofa to create a relaxing chillout space, while white pillars add a sense of grandeur.

3. Incorporate curves in your corner deck plans

Create an elegant and sophisticated corner deck by incorporating curves in your design. Curves are a fantastic way to make your garden design feel more organic and connected to nature, which doesn’t tend to use straight lines or harsh angles. This homeowner has also used a natural wood finish to make the deck feel even more part of the landscape that surrounds it.

4. Make it a dedicated chill-out zone

Giving your corner decking a clear use will help to infuse it with a sense of purpose and belonging. We’re big fans of this corner deck, which teams a seating area beneath a pergola with a cooking area complete with a BBQ. Together, the result is a relaxed chillout zone perfect for entertaining friends during long summer evenings.

5. Use your corner decking as a play area

On the topic of giving your corner deck a clear purpose, why not transform it into a play area for your little ones? Composite decking is an ideal surface for children to play on as it won’t splinter or require sanding. This corner deck is complete with a Wendy house and ties in perfectly with the decking that juts out from the house.

6. Extend your corner decking to wrap around your garden

Want to give your corner deck a truly bespoke feel? Why not extend it so that it wraps around the garden to create a grassy courtyard in the middle? This homeowner has completed the look with a pergola roof, outdoor dining furniture and deck chairs to create a luxurious space that anyone would love to spend time in.

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7. Plan your corner deck around a pond

Inject some wow factor into your back garden by adding a garden pond in your corner deck. Here, a semi-circular pond has been cut into the decking to give the homeowner a unique water-side spot to sit and enjoy nature. The surrounding plants make it a perfect oasis.

8. Zone your corner decking with a railing

Railings aren’t just a safety feature. Surrounding your corner deck with a railing can help to zone your space and make your decking area feel cosy and intimate – as well as giving you lots of options when it comes to garden seating layouts! This classic white painted balustrade ties in neatly with the property’s wood cladding, while providing a nice contrast to the charcoal decking.

9. Add height with corner deck steps

Raising your corner decking and incorporating steps is a great way to add some height and interest to your garden. Plus, you’ll get a lovely view of your outdoor space from up there! We especially love how this homeowner has stained their decking and balustrade the same colour as their garden fence to give the whole garden a coherent look.

10. Give your corner deck stairs some interest

Instead of seeing your corner deck steps as a means to an end, why not think outside the box a little to make them an aesthetic addition to your garden? These deck stairs boast sumptuous curves and LED strip lights peeking out from beneath each step. They certainly level up this garden design in more ways than one!

11. Nestle your corner deck amongst foliage

One of the benefits of positioning your decking in a corner of your garden is that it’s tucked away. Why not maximise this sense of peace and quiet by surrounding your decking with foliage? Take a leaf out of this homeowner’s book and embrace a varied mix of flower beds, pots, hedges and even a trellis for plants to climb up.

12. Consider how your corner decking fits into your overall garden aesthetic

Last but not least, be sure to consider your overall garden aesthetic when finalising your corner deck plans. This charcoal corner deck matches the garden fence of both this property and its neighbours. In this way, the homeowner has created a coherent look across their whole outdoor space that’s slick and modern.

Corner decking ideas key takeaways

Being clear on how you plan to use your corner decking will help you to give it a clear aesthetic and sense of purpose
Use corner decking ideas such as steps, railings, pergolas and plants to zone your decking area
Always consider the overall aesthetic of your garden and how your corner deck plans will impact its look and functionality

Ready to turn your corner decking ideas into a reality? Find a decking installer to set you off on the right foot.

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