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Grey Roof Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Wandsworth Bridge Road
Wandsworth Bridge Road
GOATER JONES London LtdGOATER JONES London Ltd
Roof terrace
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional roof rooftop glass railing terrace in London with a roof extension and feature lighting.
Gartenprofi verwandelt Münchner Dachterrasse zum Blütenmeer
Gartenprofi verwandelt Münchner Dachterrasse zum Blütenmeer
Julia Pankofer LandschaftsarchitektinJulia Pankofer Landschaftsarchitektin
Inspiration for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Munich.
ATTICO - DUEPIÙUNO
ATTICO - DUEPIÙUNO
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
cucina esterna sul terrazzo ci Cesar Cucine e barbeque a gas di weber pensilina in vetro e linea led sotto gronda. Parete rivestita con micro mosaico di Appiani colore grigio.
302 Orchid
302 Orchid
Teale ArchitectureTeale Architecture
Photography: Ryan Garvin
Photo of a nautical roof rooftop terrace in Los Angeles with a roof extension.
Nautical Theme Beach House
Nautical Theme Beach House
Howser EnterprisesHowser Enterprises
Nautical roof rooftop terrace in Jacksonville with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
11th & T St.
11th & T St.
Ditto ResidentialDitto Residential
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in DC Metro 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
Moving through the kitchenette to the back seating area of the rooftop, a classic lodge-style hot tub is a pleasant surprise. Enclosed around the back three sides, the patio gains some privacy thanks to faux hedge fencing. Photo: Adrienne DeRosa Photography © 2014 Houzz Design: Cortney and Robert Novogratz
Printers Alley Loft Deck
Printers Alley Loft Deck
Hunter DesignHunter Design
Traditional roof terrace in Nashville with a pergola.
Roof top deck
Roof top deck
MB Design & BuildMB Design & Build
deck and patio design
Photo of a large classic roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with a pergola.
winter park mountain home
winter park mountain home
jennifer rhode designjennifer rhode design
Photo of a large rustic roof first floor metal railing terrace in Denver with a fire feature and a roof extension.
South Park
South Park
Seed Studio Landscape DesignSeed Studio Landscape Design
image: Travis Rhoads Photography
Design ideas for a small contemporary roof rooftop terrace in San Francisco with a fire feature and no cover.
Fruitful Roof Deck
Fruitful Roof Deck
Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.
Shaded nook perfect for a beach read. Photography: Van Inwegen Digital Arts.
Design ideas for a classic roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with a potted garden and a pergola.
Roof Deck
Roof Deck
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Rooftop lounge and dining, with a vent-less linear burner fireplace.
Photo of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with a fireplace and no cover.
Terraza con hierba falsa
Terraza con hierba falsa
HAPPYNESTHAPPYNEST
Design ideas for a large midcentury roof terrace in Madrid with no cover.
Roof terrace
Roof terrace
Garden Club London LtdGarden Club London Ltd
Tony Woods
Small contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with no cover.
Le perchoir de Pigalle
Le perchoir de Pigalle
Kevin Clare - PaysagisteKevin Clare - Paysagiste
Ouverture visuelle sur l'horizon parisien
Photo of a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Paris with a potted garden and no cover.
Classical Rooftop Conservatory
Classical Rooftop Conservatory
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Before the roof deck was added, there was nothing but a damp, empty roof... but with an awesome view! Photography by TC Peterson.
Inspiration for a classic roof terrace in Seattle.
Prospect Heights
Prospect Heights
Ali Reeve DesignAli Reeve Design
design by @alireevedesign photos by @christiantorresphoto & @whatevrdude project for @homepolish
This is an example of a traditional roof rooftop terrace in New York.
Penthouse in Bonn von Studio 1073
Penthouse in Bonn von Studio 1073
Annika Feuss FotografieAnnika Feuss Fotografie
Annika Feuss Fotografie
Photo of a modern roof rooftop terrace in Cologne with a potted garden and a roof extension.
East Soho Penthouse
East Soho Penthouse
PHT Lighting Design Inc.PHT Lighting Design Inc.
Travis Mark
This is an example of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York with no cover.

Grey 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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