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Renson Lamellendach
Renson Lamellendach
Huber GmbH - Mein LebensgefühlHuber GmbH - Mein Lebensgefühl
Lamellendach Eine innovative, modular aufgebaute Terrassenüberdachung mit Lamellendach, die mit einem windfest integriegter - je nach Wunsch - Senkrechtmarkise, Schiebewände aus Glas, Schiebeläden oder einer Kombination dieser Optionen an den Seiten geschlossen werden kann.
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.
Une extension en bois côté jardin
Une extension en bois côté jardin
OMBRE & LUMIERE Atelier d'ArchitectureOMBRE & LUMIERE Atelier d'Architecture
Antoine Vallet
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary side terrace in Other with no cover and a potted garden.
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Lake View Modern
Lake View Modern
Thomas Shafer Architects LLCThomas Shafer Architects LLC
Steve Hall @ Hedrich Blessing Photographers
Large contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with a potted garden.
Pitzely deck and patio
Pitzely deck and patio
Woodscape ConstructionWoodscape Construction
This this outdoor living area was designed to give two distinct and separate areas. The deck uses low maintenance Trex Transcend decking and railing. we also installed Trex Rain Escape under deck drainage system. The patio below the deck is cut flagstone set on a concrete base.
Sun Deck with Custom Planters
Sun Deck with Custom Planters
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tony Soluri Photography
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with a potted garden and a pergola.
MAISON CONTEMPORAINE BIOCLIMATIQUE
MAISON CONTEMPORAINE BIOCLIMATIQUE
JOSE MARCOS MAÎTRE D'OEUVREJOSE MARCOS MAÎTRE D'OEUVRE
SALON DE JARDIN
Large contemporary back terrace in Montpellier with a potted garden and a pergola.
Ground Level Pool Deck
Ground Level Pool Deck
Back To Nature DecksBack To Nature Decks
Small contemporary back terrace in Philadelphia with no cover.
Multi Level Deck and Patio Creates a Seamless Flow Over in Towaco, NJ
Multi Level Deck and Patio Creates a Seamless Flow Over in Towaco, NJ
Deck Remodelers.comDeck Remodelers.com
The client wanted a deck to be connected to the rest of the yard and transition to the upper deck 10ft of grade to the patio on grade. The centrally located circular kitchen area services both the patio and the upper deck and gives lots of options whether it’s just the family or a party for 50. Minimizing rails and stairs during the transition from the upper deck to the lower deck on grade was critical to the clients. Adding the kitchen to the project without obstructing the view out the rear patio doors was also an important request from the client. The WOLF PVC Black Walnut accents and fascia really sets off the Driftwood field. Dutch Quality weathered ledge stone was used in the kitchen with a granite counter. Custom welded aluminum rails and EP Henry Bristol pavers are also featured. The built in flower beds extend the feel of the patio area and allow for plantings to be added. This project turned an unusable back yard and disconnected elevated deck into cohesive multi-level living space.
Trellis & Deck Area - West View
Trellis & Deck Area - West View
Krueger ArchitectsKrueger Architects
Unlimited Style Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary back terrace in Los Angeles with a fire feature and a pergola.
York River Deck Railing
York River Deck Railing
Feeney Inc.Feeney Inc.
Nat Rea Photography
Large contemporary back terrace in Portland Maine with no cover.
container gardens
container gardens
City & Estate GardenerCity & Estate Gardener
Small contemporary back terrace in Providence with a potted garden and no cover.
Superior Terrace
Superior Terrace
Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.
The city comes alive in the evening. Photo courtesy Van Inwegen Digital Arts
Photo of a medium sized contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with a fire feature.
Courtyard & the Smaller Gardens
Courtyard & the Smaller Gardens
Laara Copley-Smith DesignLaara Copley-Smith Design
Laara Copley-Smith
Inspiration for a contemporary back terrace in Surrey.
Gazebo's
Gazebo's
Hickory Dickory DecksHickory Dickory Decks
Drew Cunningham and Tom Jacques
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Toronto.
Terrassen-Überdachung RENSON Algarve, Lamellendach
Terrassen-Überdachung RENSON Algarve, Lamellendach
REISMANN MetallbauREISMANN Metallbau
Schützen Sie sich vor übermäßiger Sonneneinstrahlung, Regen, Wind oder Kälte. Sie werden es nicht bereuen! Diese stilvolle Terrassenüberdachung mit einem flachen, wasserabweisenden Sonnenschutzdach mit Alu Lamellen verwandelt Ihre Terrasse zu einem angenehmen Außenbereich, das ganze Jahr hindurch. Dank der einfachen Bedienung und der geräuschlosen Verstellfunktion der Lamellendach erzielen Sie im Handumdrehen den idealen Lichteinfall und die gewünschte Lüftung. Genießen Sie optimalen Wohnkomfort, bei jedem Wetter! Wenn Sie die Lamellen der überdachung bei Regen schließen, ist zusätzlicher Regenschutz gewährleistet. Die patentierten Lamellen sind so konzipiert, dass das Regenwasser nach einem Schauer beim Öffnen der Lamellen zur Seite abfließt, sodass die Terrassenmöbel geschützt bleiben. Die Seiten können mit beweglichen Wandelementen ausgestattet werden, die zusätzlichen Schutz bieten. Ausgezeichneter Gebrauchskomfort! Dank verschiedener Optionen kann die Terrasse oder Garten von frühmorgens bis spätabends genutzt werden. So kreiert man praktisch einen weiteren Wohnraum. Unter der Überdachung können Beleuchtungs- und Heizelemente und Lautsprecher angebracht werden. Ein Regen- und ein Windsensor sorgen für zusätzlichen Gebrauchskomfort.
Rooftop Gardens
Rooftop Gardens
Aralia: Innovation in Landscape DesignAralia: Innovation in Landscape Design
Aralia Gardens Limited. www.aralia.org.uk
Inspiration for a small contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Hertfordshire with a fire feature.
St Kilda East House
St Kilda East House
Taylor KnightsTaylor Knights
Fraser Marsden
Medium sized contemporary back terrace in Melbourne with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Revelry at the penthouse
Revelry at the penthouse
Chicago Green Design Inc.Chicago Green Design Inc.
Lounge at the bar area with a signature Kimera Fire table, Frosted glass for privacy.
Photo of a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with a fire feature and no cover.

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.
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