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Contemporary White Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Water-tower project
Water-tower project
LeichtUSALeichtUSA
Attractive living as an architectural experiment: a 136-year-old water tower, a listed building with a spectacular 360-degree panorama view over the City of London. The task, to transform it into a superior residence, initially seemed an absolute impossibility. But when the owners came across architect Mike Collier, they had found a partner who was to make the impossible possible. The tower, which had been empty for decades, underwent radical renovation work and was extended by a four-storey cube containing kitchen, dining and living room - connected by glazed tunnels and a lift shaft. The kitchen, realised by Enclosure Interiors in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, with furniture from LEICHT is the very heart of living in this new building. Shiny white matt-lacquered kitchen fronts (AVANCE-LR), tone-on-tone with the worktops, reflect the light in the room and thus create expanse and openness. The surface of the handle-less kitchen fronts has a horizontal relief embossing; depending on the light incidence, this results in a vitally structured surface. The free-standing preparation isle with its vertical side panels with a seamlessly integrated sink represents the transition between kitchen and living room. The fronts of the floor units facing the dining table were extended to the floor to do away with the plinth typical of most kitchens. Ceiling-high tall units on the wall provide plenty of storage space; the electrical appliances are integrated here invisible to the eye. Floor units on a high plinth which thus appear to be floating form the actual cooking centre within the kitchen, attached to the wall. A range of handle-less wall units concludes the glazed niche at the top. LEICHT international: “Architecture and kitchen” in the centre of London. www.LeichtUSA.com
Telegraph Hill Townhouse
Telegraph Hill Townhouse
Matarozzi Pelsinger BuildersMatarozzi Pelsinger Builders
Joe Fletcher
Inspiration for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in San Francisco with a fire feature.
Upper East Side Penthouse
Upper East Side Penthouse
Cooper RobertsonCooper Robertson
Inspiration for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York with a fire feature and a pergola.
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.
Peninsula village modern
Peninsula village modern
Jaguar EstatesJaguar Estates
Lounge/ study space
Photo of a contemporary terrace in Vancouver.
Bungalow in Falkensee
Bungalow in Falkensee
Müllers BüroMüllers Büro
Südliches Flair kommt auf in dieser geschützten Innenhofsituation; Alle weiteren Räume sind um den zentralen Wohnbereich und die daran anschließende Terrasse angeordnet.
Cheyne Terrace, Chelsea
Cheyne Terrace, Chelsea
Randle SiddeleyRandle Siddeley
Contemporary terrace in London.
Upper West Side Roof Garden: White Planters, Terrace Deck, Paver Patio, Containe
Upper West Side Roof Garden: White Planters, Terrace Deck, Paver Patio, Containe
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
White planters were one of the most significant design trends in NYC gardens this year. This garden on Manhattan's Upper West Side also includes evergreen junipers, crape myrtle trees, hydrangeas, Japanese andromedas, rhododendrons, and a yellow-leaf Japanese maple. All of the planters contain automated drip irrigation and low-voltage lighting lines. Read more about this garden on my blog, www.amberfreda.com.
Contemporary London roof terraces
Contemporary London roof terraces
MyLandscapes - Amir SchlezingerMyLandscapes - Amir Schlezinger
Amir Schlezinger
This is an example of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London.
Oak Invisible Touch - Listone 190
Oak Invisible Touch - Listone 190
Listone GiordanoListone Giordano
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Los Angeles.
North Beach Home
North Beach Home
Contour Projects Pty Ltd - Custom Home BuildersContour Projects Pty Ltd - Custom Home Builders
Photo of a contemporary terrace in Perth.
Residencia de verano en Palos, Murcia
Residencia de verano en Palos, Murcia
Gastón y Daniela MálagaGastón y Daniela Málaga
Sonia Góngora. Decoración e interiorismo.Málaga
Design ideas for a contemporary terrace in Malaga.
The Music Box, Union Street, London SE1
The Music Box, Union Street, London SE1
Glazing VisionGlazing Vision
Architect Trevor Morris was keen to “reference the music” in the aesthetics of the project build, as well as bring as much natural daylight into the building as possible to create a feeling of openness throughout.
Casa Saüc
Casa Saüc
NOEMNOEM
Meritxell Arjalaguer
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in Barcelona.
Cronulla Residence
Cronulla Residence
Amber RoadAmber Road
Prue Roscoe
Contemporary terrace in Sydney with a roof extension.
Ático DT
Ático DT
FFWD ArquitectesFFWD Arquitectes
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop metal railing terrace in Barcelona with a fireplace and a pergola.
Spectacular Contemporary
Spectacular Contemporary
Parsons Construction IncParsons Construction Inc
Photo of a contemporary terrace in Other.
Ocean Beach Kitchen & Outdoor
Ocean Beach Kitchen & Outdoor
Marrokal Design & RemodelingMarrokal Design & Remodeling
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in San Diego.
Pier 4 Penthouse
Pier 4 Penthouse
George Gray PhotographyGeorge Gray Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Providence with no cover and a bbq area.
UNE TERRASSE A PARIS
UNE TERRASSE A PARIS
LOUP&COLOUP&CO
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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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