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Beachside
Scot Eckley, Inc.Scot Eckley, Inc.
John Granen
Inspiration for a contemporary back terrace in Seattle with a potted garden and no cover.
An Urban Courtyard for Entertaining
An Urban Courtyard for Entertaining
Lee BestallLee Bestall
Inspiration for a contemporary terrace in Other with a bbq area.
Chicago Wicker Park Garage Rooftop Deck
Chicago Wicker Park Garage Rooftop Deck
Reveal Design LLCReveal Design LLC
This view of this Chicago rooftop deck from the guest bedroom. The cedar pergola is lit up at night underneath. On top of the pergola is live roof material which provide shade and beauty from above. The walls are sleek and contemporary using two three materials. Cedar, steel, and frosted acrylic panels. The modern rooftop is on a garage in wicker park. The decking on the rooftop is composite and built over a frame. Roof has irrigation system to water all plants. Bradley Foto, Chris Bradley
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City Rooftop
City Rooftop
Little Miracles Designs - TorontoLittle Miracles Designs - Toronto
Design ideas for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Toronto.
Far Pond
Far Pond
Bates Masi Architects LLCBates Masi Architects LLC
Bates Masi Architects LLC
Design ideas for a contemporary back terrace in New York with no cover.
Stained Decks
Stained Decks
Ogne Remodeling & RoofingOgne Remodeling & Roofing
Stained with Seal It Green Xtreme Exotic Clear Tint Link to website for product: http://sealitgreen.com/cid-22-1/xtreme-exotic-wood-sealants.html Seal It Green Deck Clean used to clean this deck before application of sealer Link for Deck Clean: http://sealitgreen.com/pid-69/deck-Cleaner.html
LAKE VIEW VILLA
LAKE VIEW VILLA
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
terrazza del piano primo con vista sul lago; rivestimento pavimento in erba sintetica
Inspiration for a large contemporary first floor terrace in Other with no cover.
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AQUA 33
AQUA 33
Liquid InteriorsLiquid Interiors
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in Hong Kong with a bar area.
Commercial: Rooftop cabanas, Arlo Hotels Wynwood, Miami, FL
Commercial: Rooftop cabanas, Arlo Hotels Wynwood, Miami, FL
Azenco OutdoorAzenco Outdoor
The team was challenged by the Arlo Hotel Wynwood to maximize the luxurious feel of its resort cabanas. To achieve this, each pool cabana was designed with a custom Azenco R-Shade fixed roof pergola. Azenco designers engineered a new style of privacy wall that opens and closes manually with added flexibility to the fixed-roof design. This innovation facilitates the tropical breeze when open and provides privacy when closed. These cabanas are perfect for architects and contractors seeking a professional yet luxurious atmosphere.
Commercial: Rooftop cabanas, Arlo Hotels Wynwood, Miami, FL
Commercial: Rooftop cabanas, Arlo Hotels Wynwood, Miami, FL
Azenco OutdoorAzenco Outdoor
The team was challenged by the Arlo Hotel Wynwood to maximize the luxurious feel of its resort cabanas. To achieve this, each pool cabana was designed with a custom Azenco R-Shade fixed roof pergola. Azenco designers engineered a new style of privacy wall that opens and closes manually with added flexibility to the fixed-roof design. This innovation facilitates the tropical breeze when open and provides privacy when closed. These cabanas are perfect for architects and contractors seeking a professional yet luxurious atmosphere.
Upgraded second story deck in Littleton, Colorado
Upgraded second story deck in Littleton, Colorado
Archadeck of the FoothillsArchadeck of the Foothills
Second story upgraded Timbertech Pro Reserve composite deck in Antique Leather color with picture frame boarder in Dark Roast. Timbertech Evolutions railing in black was used with upgraded 7.5" cocktail rail in Azek English Walnut. Also featured is the "pub table" below the deck to set drinks on while playing yard games or gathering around and admiring the views. This couple wanted a deck where they could entertain, dine, relax, and enjoy the beautiful Colorado weather, and that is what Archadeck of Denver designed and built for them!
Balmain Terrace House
Balmain Terrace House
Annie Bowen DesignAnnie Bowen Design
Graced with character and a history, this grand merchant’s terrace was restored and expanded to suit the demands of a family of five.
This is an example of a large contemporary back terrace in Sydney with a bbq area.
Murray View
Murray View
Sketch Building DesignSketch Building Design
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in Melbourne.
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Complete Outdoor in Long Grove
Complete Outdoor in Long Grove
OnDeck | Indoor & Outdoor Living Space BuilderOnDeck | Indoor & Outdoor Living Space Builder
We've built this outdoor space that includes: Renson aluminum motorized pergola top, outdoor kitchen, composite decking Azek, cable railing Feeney and Under Deck ZipUp ceiling with lighting effect
Potager Green Wall
Potager Green Wall
Maïtanne Hunt Garden & Landscape DesignMaïtanne Hunt Garden & Landscape Design
Design ideas for a contemporary terrace in London.
Hyde Park
Hyde Park
Mosmo LivingMosmo Living
Inspiration for a contemporary terrace in Adelaide.
Treetop Retreat
Treetop Retreat
Shambhala LandscapesShambhala Landscapes
At the rear of the home, a two-level Redwood deck built around a dramatic oak tree as a focal point, provided a large and private space.
Medium sized contemporary back first floor wood railing terrace in San Francisco with no cover and fencing.

Contemporary 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.
Terrasse maison de ville
Terrasse maison de ville
Paris TerrasseParis Terrasse
Design ideas for a contemporary terrace in Paris.
Hawthorn
Hawthorn
St Georges ConstructionsSt Georges Constructions
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in Adelaide.
OUTDOOR, ALFRESCO, PATIO, by Moda Interiors Perth
OUTDOOR, ALFRESCO, PATIO, by Moda Interiors Perth
Moda InteriorsModa Interiors
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in Perth.
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