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Contemporary Rooftop Terrace Ideas and Designs

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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.
4-Season Roof Garden
4-Season Roof Garden
Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.
Mechanical pergola louvers, heaters, fire table and custom bar make this a 4-season destination. Photography: Van Inwegen Digital Arts.
This is an example of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with a pergola and a bar area.
Small Chicago garage rooftop
Small Chicago garage rooftop
Chicago Green Design Inc.Chicago Green Design Inc.
This Small Chicago Garage rooftop is a typical size for the city, but the new digs on this garage are like no other. With custom Molded planters by CGD, Aog grill, FireMagic fridge and accessories, Imported Porcelain tiles, IPE plank decking, Custom Steel Pergola with the look of umbrellas suspended in mid air. and now this space and has been transformed from drab to FAB!
Rénovation d'un appartement et création d'une terrasse à Saint-Denis
Rénovation d'un appartement et création d'une terrasse à Saint-Denis
BAT & COBAT & CO
Design ideas for a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Paris with a potted garden and a pergola.
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.
Contemporary roof terrace, Marylebone, London
Contemporary roof terrace, Marylebone, London
Hampstead Garden DesignHampstead Garden Design
Sarah Oxby @ hampsteadgardendesign.com
Photo of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with fencing.
roof top terrace
roof top terrace
UserUser
ipe deck, outdoor fireplace, teak furniture, planters, container garden, steel windows, roof deck, roof terrace
Inspiration for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York.
Sausalito, CA
Sausalito, CA
SFID San Francisco Investment DevelopmentSFID San Francisco Investment Development
Full House Remodel, paint, bathrooms, new kitchen, all floors re placed on 6 floors and a separate Painter's Lower Level Studio.
This is an example of a large contemporary roof private and rooftop glass railing terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Sky Garden
Sky Garden
Jannat Vasi Interior DesignJannat Vasi Interior Design
This is an example of a contemporary rooftop mixed railing terrace in Mumbai with no cover.
Chelsea Penthouse
Chelsea Penthouse
NH Design StudiosNH Design Studios
Photo of a contemporary roof rooftop wood railing terrace in New York with no cover and a bbq area.
Villa Maserati
Villa Maserati
Marco Richter PhotographyMarco Richter Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Palma de Mallorca with no cover.
Un patio de ville
Un patio de ville
UserUser
Un projet de patio urbain en pein centre de Nantes. Un petit havre de paix désormais, élégant et dans le soucis du détail. Du bois et de la pierre comme matériaux principaux. Un éclairage différencié mettant en valeur les végétaux est mis en place.
Roof terrace
Roof terrace
Garden Club London LtdGarden Club London Ltd
Tony Woods
Small contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with no cover.
PLACE DU TERTRE_MONTMARTRE PARIS 18EME
PLACE DU TERTRE_MONTMARTRE PARIS 18EME
THIERRY POUBEAU - Architecte d'intérieurTHIERRY POUBEAU - Architecte d'intérieur
Photos : Eric Laignel
Medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Paris with a potted garden and no cover.
De Haro House
De Haro House
Levy Art + ArchitectureLevy Art + Architecture
Cesar Rubio
Medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Rooftop in Bermondsey
Rooftop in Bermondsey
Charlotte Rowe Garden DesignCharlotte Rowe Garden Design
Charlotte Rowe Garden Design. Cedar seating area with views of the city. Built-in planters contain Choisya and olive trees under-planted with rosemary.
Noe Valley Residence
Noe Valley Residence
Martinkovic Milford ArchitectsMartinkovic Milford Architects
Photo Copyright: Thien Do
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Smart Home 2KR
Smart Home 2KR
in_design architekturin_design architektur
Alexandra Lechner
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Frankfurt with a potted garden and no cover.
Rooftop Gardens
Rooftop Gardens
Aralia: Innovation in Landscape DesignAralia: Innovation in Landscape Design
Aralia Gardens Limited. www.aralia.org.uk
Photo of a small contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Hertfordshire with a fire feature.
Boston, MA Urban Townhome
Boston, MA Urban Townhome
CHARLES STREET DESIGN, LLCCHARLES STREET DESIGN, LLC
A collaborative design with Jean Brooks Landscapes, Cambridge, MA
Design ideas for a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Boston with a potted garden and no cover.

Contemporary Rooftop 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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