23 Roof Terraces that Provide as Much Joy as a Garden
Be inspired by these designs, which show how an unassuming flat roof can be transformed into a beautiful, peaceful haven
Kate Burt
27 May 2020
Houzz UK. I'm a journalist and editor, previously for the Independent, Guardian and various magazines. I'm now excited to part of the editorial team at Houzz UK & Ireland, bringing the best of British and Irish design, interiors and architecture to Houzz.com.
Houzz UK. I'm a journalist and editor, previously for the Independent, Guardian and... More
This photo series is designed to give you a coffee-break escape. Take five minutes for yourself and dive into these heavenly spaces.
From the utterly dreamy to the totally achievable, these roof terraces show just how many different ways designers have imagined a garden in the sky. There are lushly planted, oasis-like rooftops, spots where it’s all about the view, and teeny-weeny spaces given the luxury treatment. Enjoy browsing and let us know which you like best in the Comments.
From the utterly dreamy to the totally achievable, these roof terraces show just how many different ways designers have imagined a garden in the sky. There are lushly planted, oasis-like rooftops, spots where it’s all about the view, and teeny-weeny spaces given the luxury treatment. Enjoy browsing and let us know which you like best in the Comments.
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Which idea do you most like from this selection of lovely roof terraces? Share your thoughts in the Comments section.
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Which idea do you most like from this selection of lovely roof terraces? Share your thoughts in the Comments section.
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In densely populated urban areas of the cities, where the number of floors in housing is sometimes limited and private gardens are rare, a rooftop terrace or patio is becoming a popular design choice. However, many residential buildings with rooftop gardens don’t see much daylight and careful consideration is required to determine a roof access point to the terrace. For such rooftop projects, a new dimension of roof access is offered by the LAMILUX Flat Roof Access Hatch Comfort range, designed to give a generous daylight intake in attic apartments alongside a convenient roof access hatch to the terrace creating an air of grace and beauty