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Contemporary Yellow Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Howe Street Remodel
Howe Street Remodel
Johnston ArchitectsJohnston Architects
Sozinho Imagery
Photo of a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Seattle with a potted garden and no cover.
Boerum Hill, Brooklyn Rooftop Terrace with Fountain and Custom Built-in Bench
Boerum Hill, Brooklyn Rooftop Terrace with Fountain and Custom Built-in Bench
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
This Boerum Hill, Brooklyn rooftop terrace garden features a zinc fountain flanked by corten steel planters, custom-built ipe wood planters, bench seating, and a bed of Mexican beach stones. Many people enjoy outdoor fountains for the relaxing sound they provide, which can also help to drown out noises from A/C units or other jarring sounds of the city. We also designed these beautiful ipe (pronounced e-pay) wood planters and a comfortable built-in bench with storage under the seats. Check out the before photo at www.amberfreda.com.
Zero Marlborough Penthouse
Zero Marlborough Penthouse
HacinHacin
Roof Terrace ©Michael Stavaridis
This is an example of a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Boston with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Sutherland Place
Sutherland Place
Home FotografyHome Fotografy
Lukasz Gorczynski
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with no cover.
Hillside Basalt
Hillside Basalt
AXIS ProductionsAXIS Productions
An outdoor lounge overlooking downtown Basalt and Mount Sopris.
Design ideas for a large contemporary terrace in Denver.
Kips Bay 2016
Kips Bay 2016
Rikki SnyderRikki Snyder
Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2016 Houzz
This is an example of a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
South Austin Modern Boho
South Austin Modern Boho
Christen Ales Interior DesignChristen Ales Interior Design
Photo of a contemporary terrace in Austin.
Chevy Chase Contemporary Deck and Pavilion
Chevy Chase Contemporary Deck and Pavilion
Design Builders, Inc.Design Builders, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in DC Metro with a pergola.
McKinney Avenue
McKinney Avenue
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
This is an example of a contemporary terrace in Dallas with feature lighting.
Clerkenwell Flat
Clerkenwell Flat
Chris SnookChris Snook
Image: Chris Snook © 2014 Houzz
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with no cover.
2015 Street of Dreams | Sandhill Crane
2015 Street of Dreams | Sandhill Crane
Westlake Development Group, LLCWestlake Development Group, LLC
Blackstone Edge Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary back terrace in Portland.
4-Season Roof Garden
4-Season Roof Garden
Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.
Mechanical pergola louvers, heaters, fire table and custom bar make this a 4-season destination. Photography: Van Inwegen Digital Arts.
This is an example of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with a pergola and a bar area.
Notting Hill, West London
Notting Hill, West London
Adolfo Harrison GardensAdolfo Harrison Gardens
Photo by Andreas von Einsiedel einsiedel.com
This is an example of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with a potted garden and no cover.
My Houzz: A Basketball Court, a Rooftop Kitchen and More in Manhattan
My Houzz: A Basketball Court, a Rooftop Kitchen and More in Manhattan
Adrienne DeRosaAdrienne DeRosa
The addition of the kitchenette on the rooftop transformed the patio into a fully-functioning entertainment space. The retractable awning provides shade on the hottest days, or it can be opened up to party under the stars. Welcoming guests into their home is a way of life for the Novogratzes, and in turn was the primary focus of this renovation. "We like to have a lot people over on the day-to-day as well as holiday family gatherings and parties with our friends", Cortney explains. With both Robert and Cortney hailing from the South; Virginia and Georgia respectively, the couple have it in their blood to open their home those around them. "We always believe that the most important thing in your home is those you share it with", she says, "so we love to keep up our southern hospitality and are constantly welcoming guests into our home." Photo: Adrienne DeRosa Photography © 2014 Houzz Design: Cortney and Robert Novogratz
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!
Residential alterations and Additions, Thornbury, Australia
Residential alterations and Additions, Thornbury, Australia
Cathi Colla ArchitectsCathi Colla Architects
North facing kitchen and dining room opens up to the new deck and north garden. New building area at the east provides a multi-purpose room housing study, additional living area which converts to a guest room. Photographer: Greg Sims
Rooftop Oasis
Rooftop Oasis
Flavin ArchitectsFlavin Architects
Modern mahogany deck. On the rooftop, a perimeter trellis frames the sky and distant view, neatly defining an open living space while maintaining intimacy. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography
Modern: McKinney Avenue
Modern: McKinney Avenue
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
Harold Leidner Landscape Architects
Inspiration for a contemporary terrace in Dallas with a pergola and a bbq area.
Exteriorscapes
Exteriorscapes
CSDesign llcCSDesign llc
Design ideas for a contemporary terrace in Seattle.
Roof terrace Central London
Roof terrace Central London
Town and Country GardensTown and Country Gardens
Medium sized contemporary terrace in London.

Contemporary Yellow 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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