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Green Roof Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Concrete and Tigerwood Fireplace
Concrete and Tigerwood Fireplace
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Medium sized contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with a fire feature.
TriBeCa Rooftop Garden - Bamboo Fence, Artificial Turf, Cedar Bench, Planters
TriBeCa Rooftop Garden - Bamboo Fence, Artificial Turf, Cedar Bench, Planters
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
This TriBeCa roof deck includes brown bamboo fencing, a custom-built cedar bench with storage under the seats, an ipe deck, and artificial turf. The containers are a mix of grey fiberglass and ceramics, and the plantings include maiden grass, a smoketree, a variegated willow, and pink coneflowers. See more of our projects at www.amberfreda.com.
Skyhouse
Skyhouse
Ghislaine Viñas Interior DesignGhislaine Viñas Interior Design
Large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York with no cover.
Home Staging - Venice, CA
Home Staging - Venice, CA
| MARSHALL DESIGN GROUP || MARSHALL DESIGN GROUP |
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Los Angeles.
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.
Casa Lupacchini
Casa Lupacchini
Studio DaidōStudio Daidō
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Rome.
18th Ave City Homes
18th Ave City Homes
MB Architecture + InteriorsMB Architecture + Interiors
Photo of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Seattle with no cover.
The Garden Builders - Project Value £35,000 - £60,000 - Winner
The Garden Builders - Project Value £35,000 - £60,000 - Winner
The Association of Professional LandscapersThe Association of Professional Landscapers
Photo of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Berkshire with a potted garden and no cover.
Brook Street London
Brook Street London
Floraform LandscapesFloraform Landscapes
Integration of light wells
Design ideas for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Surrey with a potted garden and no cover.
Ash Residence
Ash Residence
VictorEric Design+BuildVictorEric Design+Build
Design ideas for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Vancouver with a fire feature and no cover.
Outside
Outside
Sara Bates Interior DesignSara Bates Interior Design
A hanging outdoor pendant defines this dining space and adds a indoor feel.
Inspiration for a large modern roof terrace in Los Angeles with no cover.
Lincoln Park Residence
Lincoln Park Residence
Bigane Construction CompanyBigane Construction Company
Mike Schwartz
Photo of a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with a pergola.
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.
1 Wren Residence
1 Wren Residence
Chris Pardo Design - Elemental ArchitectureChris Pardo Design - Elemental Architecture
Photos by Steven Begleiter
Photo of an urban roof rooftop terrace in Seattle with no cover.
Warren Street Deck in Tribeca
Warren Street Deck in Tribeca
Lena Lalvani, Custom Closet DesignerLena Lalvani, Custom Closet Designer
Lena Lalvani
Photo of a small bohemian roof terrace in New York with no cover.
Marylebone Penthouse
Marylebone Penthouse
L Works LtdL Works Ltd
This is an example of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with a bar area.
Wintergarten Köln
Wintergarten Köln
Studio PixelgoldStudio Pixelgold
Design ideas for a large urban roof rooftop terrace in Dusseldorf with a potted garden, no cover and all types of cover.
Columbus Avenue Terrace Retreat
Columbus Avenue Terrace Retreat
UserUser
Inspiration for a large modern roof terrace in New York with a pergola.
New York Penthouse Garden
New York Penthouse Garden
Verdant View, LLCVerdant View, LLC
Andre Baranowski
Photo of a large contemporary roof terrace in New York with a potted garden.
Contemporary Lakeview Roof Deck
Contemporary Lakeview Roof Deck
Rooftopia, LLCRooftopia, LLC
Large contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with a pergola.

Green Roof 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 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 design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a 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 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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