Our first attempt at a terrace looked great… until it rained. Water pooled along the wall and threatened the basement. That scare taught me quickly: terraces are as much about drainage as aesthetics.
We added perforated pipes, gravel trenches, and proper slope. Once corrected, storms rolled through without issues. The terrace stayed firm, and the soil behind the walls stopped shifting.
Now when the sky opens up, I watch the water run exactly where it should. That’s when I finally trusted the build.
The terrace now hosts outdoor movie nights, quiet morning reading sessions, and the occasional messy craft project with the kids. It’s sturdy enough to handle it.
Conclusion
Terraces can be beautiful, but they succeed because they are engineered correctly. When drainage, slope, and support come first, the “pretty part” lasts and the space becomes something you rely on, not worry about.
