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Orange Roof Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Rooftop Garden with Pergola and Fencing for Outdoor Seating Area
Rooftop Garden with Pergola and Fencing for Outdoor Seating Area
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
This rooftop garden on Manhattan's Upper East Side features an ipe pergola and fencing that provides both shade and privacy to a seating area. Plantings include spiral junipers and boxwoods in terra cotta and Corten steel planters. Wisteria vines grow up custom-built lattices. See more of our projects at www.amberfreda.com.
Noe Valley Residence
Noe Valley Residence
Martinkovic Milford ArchitectsMartinkovic Milford Architects
Photo Copyright: Thien Do
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Greenwich
Greenwich
UserUser
Paul Dyer
Design ideas for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in San Francisco.
Jackson Penthouse / Roof Deck, San Francisco
Jackson Penthouse / Roof Deck, San Francisco
De Meza + ArchitectureDe Meza + Architecture
This 1925 Jackson street penthouse boasts 2,600 square feet with an additional 1,000 square foot roof deck. Having only been remodeled a few times the space suffered from an outdated, wall heavy floor plan. Updating the flow was critical to the success of this project. An enclosed kitchen was opened up to become the hub for gathering and entertaining while an antiquated closet was relocated for a sumptuous master bath. The necessity for roof access to the additional outdoor living space allowed for the introduction of a spiral staircase. The sculptural stairs provide a source for natural light and yet another focal point.
Manhattan, NY Roof Deck
Manhattan, NY Roof Deck
Wolstenholme Associates, LLCWolstenholme Associates, LLC
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York.
Lake View Modern
Lake View Modern
Thomas Shafer Architects LLCThomas Shafer Architects LLC
Steve Hall @ Hedrich Blessing Photographers
Photo of a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with a potted garden.
Element_House
Element_House
SOLSTICE Planning and ArchitectureSOLSTICE Planning and Architecture
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Tampa with a fire feature and no cover.
Marquez Terrace
Marquez Terrace
BuildAppeal Design & RemodelBuildAppeal Design & Remodel
This is an example of a medium sized beach style roof rooftop terrace in Orange County with no cover.
Mandvi House
Mandvi House
SPASMSPASM
Photo of a large contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Mumbai with feature lighting.
Bucktown Contemporary Rooftop Deck
Bucktown Contemporary Rooftop Deck
Reveal Design LLCReveal Design LLC
Bradley Foto, Chris Bradley
This is an example of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Chicago with an awning.
Sea Cliff SF
Sea Cliff SF
Tamalpais Construction CompanyTamalpais Construction Company
Inspiration for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in San Francisco with no cover and fencing.
Parkside Residences
Parkside Residences
RisherMartin Fine HomesRisherMartin Fine Homes
Architect: Alterstudio Architecture Photography: Casey Dunn Named 2013 Project of the Year in Builder Magazine's Builder's Choice Awards!
Photo of a large modern roof rooftop terrace in Austin with no cover.
Chicago Green Design
Chicago Green Design
Chicago Green Design Inc.Chicago Green Design Inc.
Chicago Rooftop decks are challenging. This small but well thought out deck space is just the right size to enjoy some free time.
Photo of a contemporary roof terrace in Chicago with a bbq area.
Ático DT
Ático DT
FFWD ArquitectesFFWD Arquitectes
Medium sized contemporary roof rooftop metal railing terrace in Barcelona with a pergola and feature lighting.
Contemporary Deck
Contemporary Deck
Contemporary roof rooftop terrace in New York with a potted garden and a roof extension.
Resort Penthouse - Multi Residential Development
Resort Penthouse - Multi Residential Development
alsoCAN ArchitectsalsoCAN Architects
photo by Emma Cross
Design ideas for a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Other with a pergola.
2nd Street | 3rd Floor Addition
2nd Street | 3rd Floor Addition
Studio CrowleyHall, pllcStudio CrowleyHall, pllc
Michael K. Wilkinson
Small contemporary roof rooftop terrace in DC Metro with a potted garden.
Implementation of design projects cottage in Yalta
Implementation of design projects cottage in Yalta
JuliaJulia
Большой балкон с деревянным навесом, защищающим от солнца и атмосферных осадков. Для ночного освещения используется настенный светильник в форме фонаря. Ротанговая плетеная мебель в светлом оттенке дополнена мягкими подушками. Низкий столик со стеклянной столешницей. В целях озеленения пространства оформлена клумба с каменной отделкой.
Contemporary Patio
Contemporary Patio
This is an example of a contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Melbourne with a water feature.
Craftsman Beach House Gibsons BC
Craftsman Beach House Gibsons BC
Sunshine Coast Home DesignSunshine Coast Home Design
Design by Walter Powell Architect, Sunshine Coast Home Design, Interior Design by Kelly Deck Design, Photo by Linda Sabiston, First Impression Photography

Orange 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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