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World-Inspired Roof Terrace Ideas and Designs

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jeevanand by preethi architects
jeevanand by preethi architects
Kiran Nama PhotographyKiran Nama Photography
kiran nama
Photo of a world-inspired roof rooftop terrace in Bengaluru with a pergola and feature lighting.
ECO 37
ECO 37
ECOFIREPLACES FIREPLACESECOFIREPLACES FIREPLACES
Portable Ecofireplace with Stainless Steel ECO 36 burner and recycled, discarded agricultural plow disks weathering Corten steel encasing. Thermal insulation made of rock wool bases and refractory tape applied to the burner.
San Francisco
San Francisco
Envision Landscape StudioEnvision Landscape Studio
Photo Credit: Michele Lee Wilson
World-inspired roof rooftop terrace in San Francisco.
West Village NYC Roof Garden: Asian Shoji Screen, Terrace Deck, Containers, Priv
West Village NYC Roof Garden: Asian Shoji Screen, Terrace Deck, Containers, Priv
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
This Asian-influenced contemporary NYC rooftop terrace design uses a mix of ceramic and fiberglass planters and a custom-built Shoji screen. Plantings include bamboo, cherry laurels, hydrangeas, and rose of sharon. This rooftop garden is located in Manhattan's West Village. Read more about our projects on my blog, www.amberfreda.com.
Hale Ku Mana
Hale Ku Mana
JM DesignJM Design
Large world-inspired roof terrace in Hawaii with no cover.
Chinese Tea House, Boston, MA
Chinese Tea House, Boston, MA
Metal Roof NetworkMetal Roof Network
Custom copper diamond shingles top an ornate Chinese tea house on a roof-top oasis in Boston, MA.
World-inspired roof rooftop terrace in Boston.
Bluwaters 2
Bluwaters 2
Schemacraft Interiors Pte LtdSchemacraft Interiors Pte Ltd
Tacman Photography
World-inspired roof rooftop terrace in Singapore with a potted garden and a pergola.
Magical Oasis at Montage Residences
Magical Oasis at Montage Residences
Bassman Blaine HomeBassman Blaine Home
Medium sized world-inspired roof rooftop terrace in Hawaii with a roof extension and an outdoor kitchen.
Casa C. a Mondello
Casa C. a Mondello
Studio Agnello & AssociatiStudio Agnello & Associati
Design ideas for a large world-inspired roof rooftop terrace in Catania-Palermo with no cover.
Southaven 1 rooftop garden
Southaven 1 rooftop garden
Passionscape Pte LtdPassionscape Pte Ltd
World-inspired roof rooftop terrace in Singapore with no cover.
Queen Anne Upper Deck
Queen Anne Upper Deck
UserUser
Trio of matching containers in a tropical design.
Design ideas for a small world-inspired roof terrace in Seattle with a potted garden and no cover.
Orchid
Orchid
Blackband DesignBlackband Design
Interior Design: Blackband Design Build: Patterson Custom Homes Architecture: Andrade Architects Photography: Ryan Garvin
This is an example of a large world-inspired roof rooftop terrace in Orange County with a fire feature and no cover.
Tei
Tei
キリコ設計事務所キリコ設計事務所
Inspiration for a small world-inspired roof terrace in Other.
Estate - Utah County - (44)
Estate - Utah County - (44)
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Photo of a large world-inspired roof first floor metal railing terrace in Salt Lake City with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Apartment E - reforma de un ático en San Gervasi
Apartment E - reforma de un ático en San Gervasi
Elena Poropat - Arquitectura e InteriorismoElena Poropat - Arquitectura e Interiorismo
Elena Poropat
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired roof first floor terrace in Barcelona with a potted garden and no cover.
Asia Penthouse - Draussen zu Hause - Zengarten
Asia Penthouse - Draussen zu Hause - Zengarten
Interieursalon GmbHInterieursalon GmbH
Eben so extravagant wie schlicht beeindruckt die Aussengestaltung durch die Kombination von Aussenpool und Zengarten-Motiven. So entsteht eine eigene Welt, eine Wellness-Oase die den asiatischen Spirit nach Europa holt.
City roof terrace
City roof terrace
Diane Stein Design for Sheffield FurnitureDiane Stein Design for Sheffield Furniture
The perfect oasis in the city!
This is an example of a small world-inspired roof terrace in Philadelphia with a potted garden and no cover.
Apartment E - reforma de un ático en San Gervasi
Apartment E - reforma de un ático en San Gervasi
Elena Poropat - Arquitectura e InteriorismoElena Poropat - Arquitectura e Interiorismo
Elena Poropat
Medium sized world-inspired roof terrace in Barcelona with a potted garden and no cover.
Shoootin for Studio Tample
Shoootin for Studio Tample
ShoootinShoootin
Shoootin
Photo of a large world-inspired roof rooftop terrace in Paris with a potted garden and no cover.
Atico en Azuqueca de Henares
Atico en Azuqueca de Henares
queiruga Paisajistasqueiruga Paisajistas
El Creador de Paisajes
This is an example of a small world-inspired roof terrace in Madrid with a potted garden and an awning.

World-Inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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