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Scandinavian Rooftop Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Rooftop Sauna
Rooftop Sauna
SALA ArchitectsSALA Architects
The industrious clients came to us with dreams of a new garage structure to provide a home for all of their passions. The design came together around a three car garage with room for a micro-brewery, workshop and bicycle storage – all attached to the house via a new three season porch – and a native prairie landscape and sauna structure on the roof. Designed by Jody McGuire Photographed by Corey Gaffer
Pergola sur le toit
Pergola sur le toit
EVA PALKOVA ARCHITECTEEVA PALKOVA ARCHITECTE
Adrien DUQUESNEL
Inspiration for a scandinavian roof rooftop terrace in Rennes with a potted garden and a pergola.
House on Sunset Ridge
House on Sunset Ridge
Resolution: 4 ArchitectureResolution: 4 Architecture
Photographer: © Resolution: 4 Architecture
Scandi roof rooftop terrace in New York.
IGUALTAT
IGUALTAT
Brákara StudioBrákara Studio
Large scandinavian roof rooftop wood railing terrace in Barcelona with a potted garden and a pergola.
Delstyling och styling av takterass
Delstyling och styling av takterass
InsboInsbo
Photo of a scandinavian roof rooftop terrace in Stockholm with no cover.
Solallén 11, Säro
Solallén 11, Säro
Svensk FastighetsförmedlingSvensk Fastighetsförmedling
Design ideas for a large scandi roof rooftop terrace in Stockholm with no cover.
Harbour Park, tagterrasse
Harbour Park, tagterrasse
Design CircusDesign Circus
Indretning + styling: Design Circus Foto: Mette Wotkjær
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian roof rooftop terrace in Copenhagen with no cover.
Dachterasse
Dachterasse
Schmidt Holzinger InnenarchitektenSchmidt Holzinger Innenarchitekten
Small scandinavian roof rooftop terrace in Frankfurt with no cover.
Scandinavian Inspired Wallingford New Construction
Scandinavian Inspired Wallingford New Construction
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Photo of a large scandinavian roof private and rooftop mixed railing terrace in Seattle with a roof extension.
Aménagement de combles et création d'un duplex à Maisons-Alfort
Aménagement de combles et création d'un duplex à Maisons-Alfort
tina merkes architecturetina merkes architecture
Design ideas for a scandi roof rooftop terrace in Paris with no cover.
Terraza Barrio Salamanca
Terraza Barrio Salamanca
Emma Sánchez Miranda InteriorismoEmma Sánchez Miranda Interiorismo
Zona de relax en terraza de azotea con una tumbona en metal y tela de color blanco y silla de metal con mesita de madera. Maceteros de piedra sobre el muro de la azotea con distintas plantas
Skandinavisk Terrasse & Altan
Skandinavisk Terrasse & Altan
Medium sized scandinavian roof rooftop terrace in Other with no cover.
Uggleberget 24
Uggleberget 24
Bjurfors GöteborgBjurfors Göteborg
Inspiration for a scandinavian roof rooftop terrace in Gothenburg with no cover.
Villa Råhøj
Villa Råhøj
C.F. MøllerC.F. Møller
Design ideas for a large scandi roof rooftop terrace in Aarhus with no cover and a potted garden.
Napols 236
Napols 236
DDA ArquitecturaDDA Arquitectura
This is an example of a scandi roof private and rooftop terrace in Barcelona.
Pindock Mews
Pindock Mews
Lis Eriksson DesignLis Eriksson Design
A roof of a Victorian coach house converted into a small but perfectly formed terrace in the middle of Little Venice. Designed with the view to create a very private and tranquil inner city haven, for a busy client working within the arts. Planting is wild, dark and moody from the foliage to flowers with the likes of Actaea Simplex Brunette, Agastache Black Adder, Agapanthus Poppin Purple and Astrantia Moulin Rouge. The maximalist effect of the plants is further enhanced by the backing of a bronzed mirror. As a contrast white washed timber fencing and limed oak decking opens up and gives the space a lightness whilst also managing to incorporate a custom made seating area covered by a pergola for shade, in such a compact space.
IGUALTAT
IGUALTAT
Brákara StudioBrákara Studio
This is an example of a large scandinavian roof rooftop wood railing terrace in Barcelona with a potted garden and a pergola.
Terraza Barrio Salamanca
Terraza Barrio Salamanca
Emma Sánchez Miranda InteriorismoEmma Sánchez Miranda Interiorismo
Sofá realizado a medida en madera con almacenaje y colchoneta y cojines respaldo tapizado en blanco. Macetero integrado en la parte posterior del sofá con bambús. Mesa de centro en madera envejecida y sillón de madera y ratán
Peaceful Reading Room in New Loft Extension, with Balcony over the Thames
Peaceful Reading Room in New Loft Extension, with Balcony over the Thames
ArchiNature PhotographyArchiNature Photography
Design ideas for a large scandinavian roof private and rooftop glass railing terrace in London with a roof extension.
Thiers
Thiers
Nomad ElevenNomad Eleven
crédit photo: @larochelleilederesothebys
Scandi roof rooftop mixed railing terrace in Other with a potted garden and no cover.

Scandinavian Rooftop 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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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