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Contemporary Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Think Designerz | Private Villa
Think Designerz | Private Villa
Ricken Desai PhotographyRicken Desai Photography
Ricken Desai Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Hyderabad with a pergola.
LONDON - Parsons Green
LONDON - Parsons Green
CityscapersCityscapers
Nigel Gomme
Design ideas for a small contemporary terrace in London.
2015 Midwest Home Luxury Home #4 - John Kraemer & Sons
2015 Midwest Home Luxury Home #4 - John Kraemer & Sons
Spacecrafting / Architectural PhotographySpacecrafting / Architectural Photography
Builder: John Kraemer & Sons, Inc. - Architect: Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd. - Interior Design: Martha O’Hara Interiors - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography
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Contemporary Deck
Contemporary Deck
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Boston with a pergola.
Sonoma in the City
Sonoma in the City
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tony Soluri Photography
Photo of a contemporary back terrace in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen.
Moolap Residencec
Moolap Residencec
Dylan Barber Building DesignDylan Barber Building Design
Builder: Clark Homes Photographer: Chrissie Francis Stylist: Mel Wilson
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary terrace in Geelong with a roof extension.
St. Michael's Road
St. Michael's Road
Bertolini ArchitectsBertolini Architects
Nathalie Priem Photography
Contemporary terrace in London with no cover.
Residence in Tel Aviv
Residence in Tel Aviv
Vered Blatman CohenVered Blatman Cohen
Amit Giron
Contemporary terrace in Tel Aviv.
Urban Movement
Urban Movement
Dean Herald-Rolling Stone LandscapesDean Herald-Rolling Stone Landscapes
Rolling Stone Landscapes
Contemporary back terrace in Sydney with a bbq area.
Venice project
Venice project
Paradise Design StudioParadise Design Studio
www.paradisedesignstudio.com This small space in between house and garage was all concrete with cracks. We built this small deck and used linear planting. This gives the space a green feel without taking up too much room. The bamboo we used was Called Golden goddess. I always use clumping bamboos in the ground. Bamboos that run should be used in large spaces or containers. the purple plant is black Alocasia, and the green pompom plant is giant papyrus. The red wood deck is finished in cherry with a glossy coat on top.
Sydare
Sydare
Brent BuildersBrent Builders
Contemporary terrace in Melbourne with a pergola.
Laurel Road: Evergreen Consulting and E2 Homes
Laurel Road: Evergreen Consulting and E2 Homes
Evergreen Consulting / 4EGCEvergreen Consulting / 4EGC
E2 Homes Modern ipe deck and landscape. Landscape and hardscape design by Evergreen Consulting. Architecture by Green Apple Architecture. Decks by Walk on Wood Photos by Harvey Smith
Exterior Spaces
Exterior Spaces
Tandem Architecture & ConstructionTandem Architecture & Construction
Contractor Tandem Construction, Photo Credit: E. Gualdoni Photography, Landscape Architect: Hoerr Schaudt
This is an example of a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with a pergola and a bbq 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!
Higgins Lake House
Higgins Lake House
Jeff Jordan Architects LLCJeff Jordan Architects LLC
Photos by Jeff Garland Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary terrace in Detroit with an outdoor shower.
Private Residence
Private Residence
Jim TetroJim Tetro
Architect: Amy Gardner Gardner/Mohr Architects www.gardnermohr.com
Contemporary terrace in DC Metro with no cover.
QUARRY POOL HOUSE and CARPORT
QUARRY POOL HOUSE and CARPORT
Matt Garcia DesignMatt Garcia Design
CASEY DUNN
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary terrace in Austin with an outdoor shower and a roof extension.
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.
Cumberland - John Maniscalco Architecture
Cumberland - John Maniscalco Architecture
John Maniscalco ArchitectureJohn Maniscalco Architecture
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with a potted garden 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.
Penthouse - West Hampstead
Penthouse - West Hampstead
Wickenden HutleyWickenden Hutley
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with no cover.
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