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Contemporary Black Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Sanchez Street Residence
Sanchez Street Residence
Elevation ArchitectsElevation Architects
View of ipe wood deck, full view of new climbing wall garden. Photo by Jason Wells.
Design ideas for a contemporary terrace in San Francisco.
Hotchkiss Residence
Hotchkiss Residence
Scott Edwards ArchitectureScott Edwards Architecture
Photo of a contemporary terrace in Portland.
Red Hook
Red Hook
New Eco LandscapesNew Eco Landscapes
Photo by Lori Cannava
Photo of a small contemporary terrace in New York with a bbq area.
Serota Home (For South Bay Magazine HOME Edition
Serota Home (For South Bay Magazine HOME Edition
JDS OUTDOOR DESIGNSJDS OUTDOOR DESIGNS
Dominik Wroblewski
Photo of a contemporary back terrace in Los Angeles with a bar area.
Liquid Light Timbertech deck & Hardscape w custom waterfall privacy wall
Liquid Light Timbertech deck & Hardscape w custom waterfall privacy wall
Deck Remodelers.comDeck Remodelers.com
The water fall turns this privacy wall from a necessity that increases privacy into a visual and audible focal point of the living space detracting from the neighboring houses and the traffic in front of the house. Both the vase and the water fall are lit to give the illusion of liquid light with stunning effect
Deck
Deck
Universal DevelopingUniversal Developing
Inspiration for a contemporary terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
2828 Rooftop Patio
2828 Rooftop Patio
David Henig, ArchitectDavid Henig, Architect
Large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Whitfield Ave
Whitfield Ave
Building Solutions and Design, IncBuilding Solutions and Design, Inc
Photo Credit: Unlimited Style Real Estate Photography Architect: Nadav Rokach Interior Design: Eliana Rokach Contractor: Building Solutions and Design, Inc Staging: Carolyn Grecco/ Meredit Baer
Minimalist contemporary City terrace
Minimalist contemporary City terrace
Soul Living LtdSoul Living Ltd
Design ideas for a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with a potted garden and an awning.
The Music Box, Union Street, London SE1
The Music Box, Union Street, London SE1
Glazing VisionGlazing Vision
Architect Trevor Morris was keen to “reference the music” in the aesthetics of the project build, as well as bring as much natural daylight into the building as possible to create a feeling of openness throughout.
Photo Gallery
Photo Gallery
Pro-Site Construction, IncPro-Site Construction, Inc
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Boston with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Eaton Square
Eaton Square
Peter Young DesignPeter Young Design
Tony Murray
Photo of an expansive contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with a potted garden and no cover.
11th Avenue Penthouse
11th Avenue Penthouse
Gunn Landscape ArchitectureGunn Landscape Architecture
Photo: Donna Dotan
Photo of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York with no cover.
VANGLO HOUSE - 135 EAST 17TH
VANGLO HOUSE - 135 EAST 17TH
Vanglo Sustainable Construction GroupVanglo Sustainable Construction Group
Kitchen and living space opening up to the patio ("reverse layout") allows for maximum use of space and enjoyability. Deck is lined with Cedar and glass railings around.
Bilgola House
Bilgola House
Annabelle Chapman Architect Pty LtdAnnabelle Chapman Architect Pty Ltd
Tim Mooney
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Sydney with an awning.
712 Fernleaf Ave
712 Fernleaf Ave
Ultra-Mod Home ConceptsUltra-Mod Home Concepts
Photography by Toby Ponnay
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Los Angeles with a bar area.
Modern: McKinney Avenue
Modern: McKinney Avenue
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
Harold Leidner Landscape Architects
Design ideas for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Dallas with no cover.
Reforma casa en Badalona
Reforma casa en Badalona
Clara Lleal INTERIORISTAClara Lleal INTERIORISTA
Inspiration for a contemporary terrace in Barcelona with feature lighting.
Ar Penthouse_terrace
Ar Penthouse_terrace
Carola Vannini ArchitectureCarola Vannini Architecture
Contemporary metal railing terrace in Rome with a pergola.
Hampstead Roof Terrace Sofa
Hampstead Roof Terrace Sofa
J Mansfield LtdJ Mansfield Ltd
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in London.

Contemporary Black Terrace 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 contemporary 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 contemporary design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a contemporary 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 contemporary 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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