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Barcode House
Barcode House
Cravotta InteriorsCravotta Interiors
Photo: Ryann Ford Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary terrace in Austin.
Fiberon Deck
Fiberon Deck
Wize Home DirectWize Home Direct
Spiced Rum flat patio deck, featuring the spiced rum color and white under hanging. The sand is laid and ready for pavers to be set, completing this back yard.
Custom Designed Deck - Vinyl Railings, Solar Post Caps & Stair Lights
Custom Designed Deck - Vinyl Railings, Solar Post Caps & Stair Lights
Miracle Contractors, LLCMiracle Contractors, LLC
Section of trex stairs with lights off and viinyl railings with solar post caps
Inspiration for a large contemporary back wood railing terrace in Baltimore with a roof extension.
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Cest La Vie
Cest La Vie
Atelier Design N DomainAtelier Design N Domain
Sebastian Zachariah
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in Mumbai.
Designhaus am Waldrand
Designhaus am Waldrand
MOO CONCEPT HomeStaging & ReDesignMOO CONCEPT HomeStaging & ReDesign
Monica Keßler
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Other with no cover.
Wohnhaus M, Ostterrasse im Grenzabstandsbereich
Wohnhaus M, Ostterrasse im Grenzabstandsbereich
Architekten Lenzstrasse DreizehnArchitekten Lenzstrasse Dreizehn
Architekten Lenzstrasse Dreizehn
Inspiration for a contemporary side terrace in Other.
14 Monroe Street - Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn Brownstone "Gut" Renovation
14 Monroe Street - Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn Brownstone "Gut" Renovation
All Renovation Construction LLCAll Renovation Construction LLC
This is an example of a small contemporary back terrace in New York with no cover.
Inside Outside
Inside Outside
Bright Green GardenBright Green Garden
A lower deck, further down the garden, provides a shady spot to sit among the plants. © Deb Cass
Design ideas for a small contemporary back terrace in Surrey.
A Roof with a View
A Roof with a View
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
Linda Oyama Bryan
This is an example of an expansive contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Deck of One's Dreams
Deck of One's Dreams
R & R Custom Carpentry & CabinetryR & R Custom Carpentry & Cabinetry
Expansive contemporary back terrace in Philadelphia with a pergola.
Deck of One's Dreams
Deck of One's Dreams
R & R Custom Carpentry & CabinetryR & R Custom Carpentry & Cabinetry
This is an example of an expansive contemporary back terrace in Philadelphia with a pergola.
Rooftop Terrace
Rooftop Terrace
paulmariecreationpaulmariecreation
Photo of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York with no cover.
Patio and Multi-Level Deck
Patio and Multi-Level Deck
J. M. Bryson Construction Management Inc.J. M. Bryson Construction Management Inc.
Upper and lower level deck
Photo of a large contemporary back terrace in Providence with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Entertainers dream!
Entertainers dream!
Canberra DecksCanberra Decks
Our clients in Chifley are definitely ready to host the ultimate BBQ with their amazing new outdoor space complete with a SolarSpan flyover pergola with dimmable downlights and an outdoor servery/bar table.
Nikhil Patel Pent House
Nikhil Patel Pent House
Dipen Gada and AssociatesDipen Gada and Associates
Photo of a contemporary terrace in Other.
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.
APPARTAMENTO TLL
APPARTAMENTO TLL
UserUser
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary terrace in Milan with a potted garden and a roof extension.
Mandvi House
Mandvi House
SPASMSPASM
Photo of a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Mumbai with feature lighting.
Olana Drive
Olana Drive
Hills & GrantHills & Grant
Photo: Lisa Petrole
Large contemporary back terrace in San Francisco.

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.
Hanging Out In The Trees
Hanging Out In The Trees
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
dimmable LED lighting • bio fuel fireplace • ipe • redwood • glulam • cedar to match existing • granite bar • photography by Tre Dunham
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Austin with a fire feature and a roof extension.
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