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Contemporary Roof Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Islington
Islington
Staging-SpaceStaging-Space
Inspiration for a contemporary roof glass railing terrace in Other with a potted garden and no cover.
Penthouse Terrace Pergola with Waterproof Louvred Roof
Penthouse Terrace Pergola with Waterproof Louvred Roof
Urban SkiesUrban Skies
This penthouse apartment situated in the heart of the capitol demanded a stunning and inviting roof garden to really give the client a stunning outside space in the ultimate Urban setting. Working with the Landscaper, we helped develop this amazing covered seating pergola. The design incorporated an extruded aluminium framework with motorised aluminium louvres to give the client shade control but to give the space weather protection. We then included remote operated LED perimeter lighting within the roof along with an integrated heater.
Ático DT
Ático DT
FFWD ArquitectesFFWD Arquitectes
Medium sized contemporary roof rooftop metal railing terrace in Barcelona with a pergola and feature lighting.
Tiered Landscape Planters
Tiered Landscape Planters
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary roof terrace in Chicago.
ATTICO - DUEPIÙUNO
ATTICO - DUEPIÙUNO
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
cucina esterna sul terrazzo ci Cesar Cucine e barbeque a gas di weber pensilina in vetro e linea led sotto gronda. Parete rivestita con micro mosaico di Appiani colore grigio.
The River House
The River House
Linebox StudioLinebox Studio
This is an example of a large contemporary roof terrace in Other with a pergola.
Penthouse Rooftop
Penthouse Rooftop
Mia Rao DesignMia Rao Design
This Lincoln Park penthouse house has a large rooftop for entertaining complete with sectional for TV viewing and full kitchen for dining.
Expansive contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen and an awning.
Urban Lanai
Urban Lanai
Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.
The Urban Lanai enjoys refreshing summer breezes and cool shade amidst the surrounding urban canopy. Photography: Van Inwegen Digital Arts
This is an example of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with an awning.
Greenpoint Outdoor Dining in Style
Greenpoint Outdoor Dining in Style
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
Check out one of our latest roof garden designs in Brooklyn! We love wood and metal hybrid pergolas for their slender, contemporary feel. Also, the grey pendant light with its rose-colored interior is to die for! Our redesign of the space included porcelain pavers, a pergola, custom bench seating, artificial turf, composite fencing with built-in lattices, a custom outdoor kitchen, and contemporary fiberglass planters filled with lush plantings. Porcelain pavers come in dozens of different finishes, including this one which resembles grey wood. See more of our projects at www.amberfreda.com.
Maracanã balcone
Maracanã balcone
Mariana MartiniMariana Martini
MCA estudio
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Milan.
South Philly Roof Deck Kitchen
South Philly Roof Deck Kitchen
Airy KitchensAiry Kitchens
Medium sized contemporary roof terrace in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen and an awning.
Pacific Heights
Pacific Heights
Studio TerpelukStudio Terpeluk
Photo of a large contemporary roof terrace in San Francisco with a fire feature and no cover.
A Roof with a View
A Roof with a View
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
Linda Oyama Bryan
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Silverado Addition
Silverado Addition
InchoateInchoate
Design ideas for a small contemporary roof terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.
Rooftop Living Lincoln Park
Rooftop Living Lincoln Park
Rooftopia, LLCRooftopia, LLC
At the onset of this project, we found a roof deck garden in dire need of repair after a strong wind storm blew over an older pergola and screen system previously attached to limestone parapet caps. Our goal was to design and install a sturdier low maintenance screen system to protect against any future wind storms. We replaced limestone parapet caps, repaired the roof membrane and flashing, painted the walls and then replaced old stone tiles with sleek porcelain pavers. Our one of a kind hardwood screens add privacy from the windows of the adjacent high rise. Other details include a custom outdoor kitchen, lots of LED lighting to add warmth and illumination in the evening and a variety of gorgeous plants and ornamental trees, some reclaimed from the old garden. All plants are on an automated irrigation system.
Oswal's residence
Oswal's residence
SPACES ARCHITECTS@kaSPACES ARCHITECTS@ka
Mr. Bharat Aggarwal
Photo of a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Delhi with a bar area.
Albert Park Roof top garden
Albert Park Roof top garden
Paal Grant Designs In LandscapingPaal Grant Designs In Landscaping
Design ideas for a contemporary roof terrace in Melbourne.
Terrassenwohnen Elbbahnhof, Magdeburg
Terrassenwohnen Elbbahnhof, Magdeburg
arc architekturconzept GmbHarc architekturconzept GmbH
Foto: Adrian Schulz, Berlin
Medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Other with a potted garden and no cover.
Outdoor Kitchen with Steel & Wood Pergola
Outdoor Kitchen with Steel & Wood Pergola
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tony Soluri Photography
Photo of a large contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with a pergola and an outdoor kitchen.
Personal Sky Garden
Personal Sky Garden
Scenario ArchitectureScenario Architecture
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary roof terrace in London with a potted garden and no cover.

Contemporary Roof 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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