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Modern Terrace with Feature Lighting Ideas and Designs

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Haus WI in München
Haus WI in München
Jacob&Spreng Architekten GmbHJacob&Spreng Architekten GmbH
Inspiration for a modern terrace in Munich with feature lighting.
小倉の里山荘
小倉の里山荘
株式会社エムズ・アーキテクツ株式会社エムズ・アーキテクツ
Modern side terrace in Other with no cover and feature lighting.
PENTHOUSE LOFT
PENTHOUSE LOFT
MM | STUDIO _ MIRIAM ENGELKAMPMM | STUDIO _ MIRIAM ENGELKAMP
Inspiration for a large modern roof rooftop terrace in Berlin with feature lighting.
North Hill House
North Hill House
Johnston ArchitectsJohnston Architects
Photo of a modern terrace in Seattle with feature lighting.
Lincoln Park Rooftop with soccer field
Lincoln Park Rooftop with soccer field
PITCH ConceptsPITCH Concepts
To score that winning goal feels like being on top of the world. And thanks to a bold vision and some great collaboration, this family can experience that feeling again and again.
The Lake House - Creative Space Architectural Design
The Lake House - Creative Space Architectural Design
Creative Space Architectural DesignCreative Space Architectural Design
This is an example of a modern terrace in Other with a roof extension and feature lighting.
Morro Bay Breezeway
Morro Bay Breezeway
Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape ArchitectureJeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture
Modern terrace in San Luis Obispo with feature lighting.
Modern Family Retreat
Modern Family Retreat
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Hot Tub with Modern Pergola, Tropical Hardwood Decking and Fence Screening, Built-in Kitchen with Concrete countertop, Outdoor Seating, Lighting Designed by Adam Miller
A new house in the land of prosecco
A new house in the land of prosecco
Tollot&C LLC.Tollot&C LLC.
Photo Zattarin Federico, design Martinelli monti pesavento
Photo of a large modern terrace in Miami with an awning and feature lighting.
Gover Lane
Gover Lane
Rossington ArchitectureRossington Architecture
Photo: Tyler Chartier
This is an example of a modern terrace in San Francisco with feature lighting.
Viewrail 2023
Viewrail 2023
ViewrailViewrail
Modern terrace in Other with feature lighting.
VILLA LA RICA
VILLA LA RICA
ORTHER architectsORTHER architects
Fachada Suroeste.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern side ground level terrace in Mexico City with feature lighting.
Modern Home in Sag Harbor
Modern Home in Sag Harbor
Hellas Trim DesignsHellas Trim Designs
Photo of a medium sized modern back terrace in New York with a roof extension and feature lighting.
Noe Valley Modern
Noe Valley Modern
Dolan's Lumber, Doors & WindowsDolan's Lumber, Doors & Windows
Cal Cade Construction
Inspiration for a large modern back terrace in San Francisco with no cover and feature lighting.
Camden
Camden
Urban Roof GardensUrban Roof Gardens
Urban Roof Gardens www.urbanroofagrdens.com Our clients wanted to maximise the space available on their terrace whilst also making it more child friendly. We replaced the existing skylight with walk on glass and built a slick BBQ unit at the rear of terrace. A useful kitchen garden and sink were also incorporated into the design. The clear contemporary furniture reflects light and adds to the feeling of space. The vertical green wall adds a fantastic vibrant block of colour to the terrace.
Angies Big Birthday Bash
Angies Big Birthday Bash
iceicepartybarsiceicepartybars
Here are a few of the shots of the birthday bash including the new iceicepartybar that proved so popular during the evening.Perfect for all the chilled drinks and just a great place to chill
ウッドデッキ
ウッドデッキ
株式会社HealTheGarden株式会社HealTheGarden
ライティングで彩るデッキガーデン Photo by:shigenori naito
Photo of a medium sized modern back terrace in Yokohama with no cover and feature lighting.
TERRASSEN DESIGN
TERRASSEN DESIGN
MM | STUDIO _ MIRIAM ENGELKAMPMM | STUDIO _ MIRIAM ENGELKAMP
Large modern roof rooftop terrace in Berlin with feature lighting.
N-HOUSE
N-HOUSE
株式会社　H建築スタジオ株式会社　H建築スタジオ
Design ideas for a modern ground level terrace in Nagoya with feature lighting.
Casa Bosque Real
Casa Bosque Real
STUDIO COCOONSSTUDIO COCOONS
Photo of an expansive modern roof terrace in Mexico City with feature lighting.

Modern Terrace with Feature Lighting 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 modern 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 modern design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a modern 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 modern 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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