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Contemporary White Terrace Ideas and Designs

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2nd Street | 3rd Floor Addition
2nd Street | 3rd Floor Addition
Studio CrowleyHall, pllcStudio CrowleyHall, pllc
Michael K. Wilkinson
Small contemporary roof rooftop terrace in DC Metro with a potted garden.
City Rooftop
City Rooftop
Little Miracles Designs - TorontoLittle Miracles Designs - Toronto
Design ideas for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Toronto.
Gathering Table
Gathering Table
Arterra Landscape ArchitectsArterra Landscape Architects
This is an example of a contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with no cover and fencing.
Urban Roof Terrace
Urban Roof Terrace
kokobo greenscapeskokobo greenscapes
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York with a pergola.
Sanchez Street Residence
Sanchez Street Residence
Elevation ArchitectsElevation Architects
View of ipe wood deck, full view of new climbing wall garden. Photo by Jason Wells.
Design ideas for a contemporary terrace in San Francisco.
Wicker Park Rooftop Balcony
Wicker Park Rooftop Balcony
Reveal Design LLCReveal Design LLC
Small balcony design and installation in Wicker Park, Chicago Built in 2013. Modular system built on pedestals. Groundplane elements include Ipe, Concrete pavers, and Live Roof sedum trays. Cedar bench seating with cushion storage underneath. Plants are boxwoods, sedums, Japanese maple, and feather reed grass.
Keler Deck
Keler Deck
Fascella ConstructionFascella Construction
With meticulous attention to detail and unparalleled craftsmanship, we've created a space that elevates your outdoor experience. From the sleek design to the durable construction, our deck project is a testament to our commitment to excellence. Step outside and immerse yourself in the beauty of your new deck – the perfect blend of functionality and aesthetics.
Thorburn
Thorburn
Origins DesignOrigins Design
Medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with a potted garden and no cover.
South Philly Roof Deck Kitchen
South Philly Roof Deck Kitchen
Airy KitchensAiry Kitchens
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary roof terrace in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen and an awning.
Dover Shores Modern Farmhouse
Dover Shores Modern Farmhouse
Anthology InteriorsAnthology Interiors
This Dover Shores, Newport Beach home was built with a young hip Newport Beach family in mind. Bright and airy finishes were used throughout, with a modern twist. The palette is neutral with lots of geometric blacks, whites and grays. Cement tile, beautiful hardwood floors and natural stone were used throughout. The designer collaborated with the builder on all finishes and fixtures inside and out to create an inviting and impressive home.Shak Cinema
moderne Klassik, Gartenplanung/Gartendesign
moderne Klassik, Gartenplanung/Gartendesign
KONZEPTGRÜN Gartendesign - GartenplanungKONZEPTGRÜN Gartendesign - Gartenplanung
Angela Schappner
Photo of a contemporary terrace in Dusseldorf.
Bento Box
Bento Box
AO Design StudioAO Design Studio
Photo of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.
Decks
Decks
Archadeck of West County - EllisvilleArchadeck of West County - Ellisville
By pairing a beautiful soft gray, low maintenance decking material with bold black rails, this second story deck has a contemporary look that blends with the scenery. Deck accent lights mounted on the posts provide evening ambiance with a safety feature. Deck project by Archadeck of West County and St. Charles County in St. Louis Mo.
Big Alpine
Big Alpine
Treeline Homes, Inc.Treeline Homes, Inc.
Emily Minton Redfield
Design ideas for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Denver with no cover.
Roof Top Deck
Roof Top Deck
T.W. Ellis LLCT.W. Ellis LLC
Roof top deck in Baltimore County, Maryland: This stunning roof top deck now provides a beautiful outdoor living space with all the amenities the homeowner was looking for as well as added value to the home. Curtis Martin Photo Inc.
DDB DESIGN Exteriors & Pools
DDB DESIGN Exteriors & Pools
DDB Design Development & BuildingDDB Design Development & Building
Exteriors of DDB Design Development & Building Houses, Landscape Design by COS Designs Creative Outdoor Solutions photography by Urban Angles.
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in Melbourne.
TORRE EN LA ZONA ALTA DE BARCELONA
TORRE EN LA ZONA ALTA DE BARCELONA
HOME DECO by JUDITH FARRANHOME DECO by JUDITH FARRAN
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Barcelona with a pergola.
Privatterrasse in Bad Homburg - Terrassendielen
Privatterrasse in Bad Homburg - Terrassendielen
CedralCedral
Gemütlichen Sommerabenden steht nichts mehr im Wege.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary side ground level mixed railing terrace in Other with no cover and feature lighting.
Terrasse parisienne contemporaine en bois
Terrasse parisienne contemporaine en bois
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Paris with a potted garden and a pergola.
Ausbau einer Dachgeschosswohnung zur Maisonette
Ausbau einer Dachgeschosswohnung zur Maisonette
fluidlab architektur designfluidlab architektur design
Fotos: Stephan Baumann ( http://www.bild-raum.com/) Entwurf: baurmann.dürr Architekten

Contemporary White 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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