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The Courtyard
The Courtyard
OneAbode Landscape DesignOneAbode Landscape Design
Small contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with fencing.
Inside Outside
Inside Outside
Bright Green GardenBright Green Garden
The old feather-board fence was renovated, clad with vertical battens and painted, making a smart backdrop for the plants. The vertical stripes and colour scheme reflect elements from within the house, to create a cohesive environment both inside and out. © Deb Cass
Family garden with deck
Family garden with deck
Simon Orchard Garden DesignSimon Orchard Garden Design
© Simon Orchard
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Hampshire with a pergola.
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Margaret Street
Margaret Street
Little ConstructionsLittle Constructions
This is an example of a contemporary back terrace in Geelong with a pergola.
Tiburon Extensive Upgrade
Tiburon Extensive Upgrade
Richard WodehouseRichard Wodehouse
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with a roof extension.
Trex Transcend Deck with Pizza Oven and Pergola, Lighting
Trex Transcend Deck with Pizza Oven and Pergola, Lighting
Archadeck of Central IowaArchadeck of Central Iowa
Harold Cross This spacious deck north of Des Moines in Ames features low-maintenance, Trex Transcend decking. Stairs wrap around the full front edge of the bayed deck, with a Belgard Urbana hardscaped landing easing the transition to the backyard. A cedar pergola sits over a portion of the deck and Belgard Tandem Wall columns and a planter box define the ares of the deck nicely. A Belgard Pizza Oven is the cooking centerpiece of this space. We integrated Belgard’s Tandem Wall stone into the pergola columns to provide more countertop space for this outdoor kitchen area. Lots of outdoor lighting on this space make it great for evening pizza parties.
Hanging Out In The Trees
Hanging Out In The Trees
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
photography by Tre Dunham
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Austin with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Canyon Meadows Contemporary
Canyon Meadows Contemporary
VisionScapesVisionScapes
Surrounded by 30 year old trees, the homeowners were looking for an organic, modern, low maintenance finish to their outdoor environment. Utilizing the pre-existing mature apple tree in the backyard VisionScapes developed a tranquil retreat that extended the sq.ft of the home through a series of terraced concrete and wood decks. Pathways and patio systems were locally sourced from a quarry on the edge of the Rocky Mountains. Photo credit: Jamen Rhodes
Alphington
Alphington
C.O.S DesignC.O.S Design
Tim Turner Photography
Contemporary back terrace in Melbourne with a water feature and no cover.
Townhouse - Primrose Hill
Townhouse - Primrose Hill
UserUser
Cedar batten fencing tops paint and render blockwork walls to the perimeter of the Central London garden oasis. A perimeter rill and cascading water feature circles the composite timber deck whilst a compact english country garden adds a splash of colour to the foot of a mature silver birch tree. Photography By Pawel Regdosz © SigmaLondon
Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Michael Norpell's Wall To WallMichael Norpell's Wall To Wall
Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan
This is an example of a small contemporary back terrace in Other with no cover and a bar area.
Jardin Perelada
Jardin Perelada
Elena Ruiz (Ruiz Narvaiza Ass)Elena Ruiz (Ruiz Narvaiza Ass)
Inspiration for a large contemporary side terrace in Other with 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.
Porch and Deck
Porch and Deck
Deckscapes IncDeckscapes Inc
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Charlotte with a roof extension.
Appartement duplex Suresnes
Appartement duplex Suresnes
Design 2LDesign 2L
Stefan Meyer
Photo of a medium sized contemporary terrace in Paris with a living wall.
Décoration d'une villa sur les Parcs des Vautes, Nord de Montpellier
Décoration d'une villa sur les Parcs des Vautes, Nord de Montpellier
LEWISA home - Architecture & DécorationLEWISA home - Architecture & Décoration
LEWISA home
Inspiration for a contemporary terrace in Montpellier with an outdoor kitchen.
Contemporary Deck
Contemporary Deck
Photo of a contemporary roof terrace.
Villa en Corse
Villa en Corse
Agence VezzoniAgence Vezzoni
© David Huguenin et Patrice Terraz
Expansive contemporary terrace in Marseille.
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.

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.
High Style Family Retreat
High Style Family Retreat
Fifth Season Landscape Design & ConstructionFifth Season Landscape Design & Construction
Chauncey Freeman
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Other with feature lighting.
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