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Contemporary Brown Terrace Ideas and Designs

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ThermoWood Iroko Hardwood Cladding
ThermoWood Iroko Hardwood Cladding
QTD Ltd - The Timber SpecialistsQTD Ltd - The Timber Specialists
Contemporary ground level terrace in Berkshire.
Amies
Amies
Pablo Salgueiro Architectural PhotographerPablo Salgueiro Architectural Photographer
Inspiration for a contemporary terrace in Other with fencing.
Amersham Entertaining Garden
Amersham Entertaining Garden
Chiltern Garden DesignChiltern Garden Design
Under a fully automated bio-climatic pergola, a dining area and outdoor kitchen have been created on a raised composite deck. The kitchen is fully equipped with SubZero Wolf appliances, outdoor pizza oven, warming drawer, barbecue and sink, with a granite worktop. Heaters and screens help to keep the party going into the evening, as well as lights incorporated into the pergola, whose slats can open and close electronically. A decorative screen creates an enhanced backdrop and ties into the pattern on the 'decorative rug' around the firebowl.
Clapton Water Garden
Clapton Water Garden
Viriditas StudioViriditas Studio
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in London with fencing.
Outdoor kitchen in Colchester, Essex
Outdoor kitchen in Colchester, Essex
Grillo Outdoor KitchensGrillo Outdoor Kitchens
Samuel Moore, owner of Consilium Hortus, is renowned for creating beautiful, bespoke outdoor spaces which are designed specifically to meet his client’s tastes. Taking inspiration from landscapes, architecture, art, design and nature, Samuel meets briefs and creates stunning projects in gardens and spaces of all sizes. This recent project in Colchester, Essex, had a brief to create a fully equipped outdoor entertaining area. With a desire for an extension of their home, Samuel has created a space that can be enjoyed throughout the seasons. A louvered pergola covers the full length of the back of the house. Despite being a permanent structural cover, the roof, which can turn 160 degrees, enables the sun to be chased as it moves throughout the day. Heaters and lights have been incorporated for those colder months, so those chillier days and evenings can still be spent outdoors. The slatted feature wall, not only matches the extended outdoor table but also provides a backdrop for the Outdoor Kitchen drawing out its Iroko Hardwood details. For a couple who love to entertain, it was obvious that a trio of cooking appliances needed to be incorporated into the outdoor kitchen design. Featuring our Gusto, the Bull BBQ and the Deli Vita Pizza Oven, the pair and their guests are spoilt for choice when it comes to alfresco dining. The addition of our single outdoor fridge also ensures that glasses are never empty, whatever the tipple.
Highbury Entertaining Oasis
Highbury Entertaining Oasis
Garden Club London LtdGarden Club London Ltd
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in London with fencing.
Lewisham
Lewisham
Epoch LandscapesEpoch Landscapes
Shortlisted for the prestigious Small Project Big Impact award!
Photo of a contemporary courtyard terrace in London with feature lighting.
Acton House
Acton House
Honeybee Interiors and JoineryHoneybee Interiors and Joinery
We created all new fencing with the slats and then painted them charcoal grey to match the pergolas. The Pergola was designed to go the full width of the garden, to maximise the space for the sofa and hammock. The table is multi functional as a coffee or dining table. Faux grass and patio creates other zones and a little bistro table for early morning coffee in the sun. Climber should bloom by next summer covering the pergola and critall doors. Contemporary plants tie in with the feel and style of the kitchen. We also created lighting throughout the garden and on the walls.
Hillsborough Residence
Hillsborough Residence
Trace Kannel ArchitectureTrace Kannel Architecture
Design ideas for a contemporary terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Notting Hill, West London
Notting Hill, West London
Adolfo Harrison GardensAdolfo Harrison Gardens
Photo by Andreas von Einsiedel einsiedel.com
This is an example of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with a potted garden and no cover.
Sonoma in the City
Sonoma in the City
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tony Soluri Photography
Photo of a contemporary back terrace in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen.
Outdoor Kitchen with Concrete Countertops
Outdoor Kitchen with Concrete Countertops
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
This outdoor kitchen features concrete countertops with Ipe base, grill, sink, refrigerator and kegerator with a double tap.
This is an example of a large contemporary back terrace in Atlanta with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Outdoor Kitchen East Cobb with Green Egg
Outdoor Kitchen East Cobb with Green Egg
Atlanta Curb AppealAtlanta Curb Appeal
Beautiful outdoor kitchen with Custom Granite Surround Big Green Egg, Granite Countertops, Bamboo Accents, Cedar Decking, Kitchen Aid Grill and Cedar Pergola Overhang by East Cobb Contractor, Atlanta Curb Appeal
Deck Project
Deck Project
Dandy Landscape ConstructionDandy Landscape Construction
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Orange County with a fire feature and no cover.
Large roof terrace in London
Large roof terrace in London
Town and Country GardensTown and Country Gardens
This is a larger roof terrace designed by Templeman Harrsion. The design is a mix of planted beds, decked informal and formal seating areas and a lounging area.
Bucktown Contemporary Rooftop Deck
Bucktown Contemporary Rooftop Deck
Reveal Design LLCReveal Design LLC
Modern pergola on Chicago rooftop deck. Minimal materials used and clean lines define the space and pergola. Lounge seating under retractable mesh shade panels on a track system. Roof deck materials are composite and built on frame system. Contemporary rooftop deck. Bradley Foto, Chris Bradley
Potrero Hill Backyard
Potrero Hill Backyard
Paul English LandscapingPaul English Landscaping
To make the most of this small hillside yard, it was leveled out by excavating one side and building up the other. The LED lighting adds hours of enjoyment. photo by Kingmond Young lights provided by FX Luminaire and Urban Farmer store
Rooftop Oasis
Rooftop Oasis
Flavin ArchitectsFlavin Architects
Modern mahogany deck. On the rooftop, a perimeter trellis frames the sky and distant view, neatly defining an open living space while maintaining intimacy. A modern steel stair with mahogany threads leads to the headhouse. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography
Oakland Contemporary Outdoor Space
Oakland Contemporary Outdoor Space
Form + FieldForm + Field
Photo of a contemporary terrace in San Francisco with no cover and feature lighting.
Deck | Upper Black Eddy, PA
Deck | Upper Black Eddy, PA
Fascella ConstructionFascella Construction
Photo of a large contemporary back ground level metal railing terrace in Philadelphia with no cover.

Contemporary Brown 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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