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Contemporary Terrace with a Potted Garden Ideas and Designs

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Lake View Modern
Lake View Modern
Thomas Shafer Architects LLCThomas Shafer Architects LLC
Steve Hall @ Hedrich Blessing Photographers
Photo of a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with a potted garden.
Family Loft
Family Loft
ZeroEnergy DesignZeroEnergy Design
A private roof deck connects to the open living space, and provides spectacular rooftop views of Boston. Photos by Eric Roth. Construction by Ralph S. Osmond Company. Green architecture by ZeroEnergy Design.
Andersonville Flexible Deck and Garage Space
Andersonville Flexible Deck and Garage Space
Reveal Design LLCReveal Design LLC
The back deck and garage was designed to accommodate an active families needs. Dining and grilling space close to the house for every day use, and an open rooftop space with plenty or serving and flexible space for the families ever changing needs. The deck was made with IPE decking, and the clients are going to let it grey out rather than try to oil it yearly. The grey color will contrast perfectly with the polished stainless steel cable railings. The pergola has two areas with permanent shade panels. One area is completely covered with aluminum roofing to keep the young area dry, while the other side has loved shade panels made out of cedar to let light and air through, while also blocking the to afternoon sun. The planters are position to bock unwanted views and also to define exterior rooms.
TGA HOME
TGA HOME
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
La terrazza al piano di circa 30 mq è collegata con una porta finestra ampia. Una finestra realizzata senza montanti apre la vista verso l'esterno. Tavolo da pranzo in marmo con gambe in ferro. Ombrellone 3x3 di Emu con palo decentrato.
Gartenlaube
Gartenlaube
Thomas Becker Architekten GmbH/ BDAThomas Becker Architekten GmbH/ BDA
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Other with a potted garden and a roof extension.
Emilceramica Millelegni
Emilceramica Millelegni
EmilgroupEmilgroup
Emilceramica Millelegni Scottish Oak 40x120 20mm
Large contemporary roof terrace in Berlin with a potted garden and no cover.
TER
TER
studioSAL_14studioSAL_14
Calogero Scardina
Design ideas for a large contemporary roof terrace in Catania-Palermo with a potted garden.
Plein cadre
Plein cadre
ARCHITECTURE ET BOISARCHITECTURE ET BOIS
Denis Svartz
Design ideas for a large contemporary back terrace in Lyon with an awning and a potted garden.
Maison Suresnes
Maison Suresnes
Design 2LDesign 2L
Stefan Meyer
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Paris with a potted garden and no cover.
NYC Terrace Design: Roof Garden, Bluestone Paver Patio, Deck, Planter Box, Fall
NYC Terrace Design: Roof Garden, Bluestone Paver Patio, Deck, Planter Box, Fall
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
Blue ceramic pots and a matching blue tile backsplash bring a touch of the Mediterranean to this rooftop terrace in the heart of New York City. This Park Avenue residence actually features three separate rooftop terraces. One terrace is made for entertaining and features a built-in fireplace, inset jacuzzi, bluestone patio, custom-built wood planters, an outdoor kitchen, and ceramic pots filled with boxwoods and flowers. The upstairs terrace feels like a private oasis surrounded by lush birch trees and roses that soften the view on all sides. Another smaller terrace off the master bedroom is charmingly intimate and features a mix of serene evergreens and comfortable lounge chairs. Read more about this garden on my blog, www.amberfreda.com.
Appartamento con vista - 140 MQ
Appartamento con vista - 140 MQ
ERREBI.StudioERREBI.Studio
2013 - © Daniela Bortolato Fotografa
Photo of a large contemporary roof terrace in Turin with a pergola and a potted garden.
Contemporary Terrace
Contemporary Terrace
Photo of a small contemporary back terrace in London with a potted garden and a pergola.
Projects
Projects
Urbaniak Construction, LLCUrbaniak Construction, LLC
Photo of a small contemporary back terrace in Orange County with a potted garden and no cover.
New York
New York
Gogoleyed LLCGogoleyed LLC
This is an example of a large contemporary roof terrace in New York with a potted garden and no cover.
La Smart Home
La Smart Home
Conception DomotiqueConception Domotique
Inspiration for a contemporary back terrace in Paris with a potted garden and a roof extension.
Rooftop Terrace
Rooftop Terrace
David Andrew InteriorsDavid Andrew Interiors
A beautiful outdoor living space designed on the roof of a home in the city of Chicago. Versatile for relaxing or entertaining, the homeowners can enjoy a breezy evening with friends or soaking up some daytime sun.
Modernisierung + Anbau Zweifamilienhaus Hamburg-Wellingsbüttel
Modernisierung + Anbau Zweifamilienhaus Hamburg-Wellingsbüttel
Christopher Cornehl ArchitektChristopher Cornehl Architekt
Foto: Dacian Groza
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Hamburg with a potted garden and no cover.
Classical London Roof Terrace by Aralia 'Knightsbridge'
Classical London Roof Terrace by Aralia 'Knightsbridge'
Aralia: Innovation in Landscape DesignAralia: Innovation in Landscape Design
Luxurious London roof terrace, originally designed for a leading London Property developer and then bought by private clients.
Photo of a small contemporary back terrace in London with a potted garden and a pergola.
20th Floor Rooftop Garden
20th Floor Rooftop Garden
Landscape CollaborativeLandscape Collaborative
Design by: Bruner/Cott & Associates Photo by: Rosemary Fletcher Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary roof terrace in Boston with no cover and a potted garden.
21st At Montana
21st At Montana
Pacific Cove DevelopmentPacific Cove Development
This is an example of a contemporary roof terrace in Los Angeles with a potted garden and no cover.

Contemporary Terrace with a Potted Garden 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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