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Contemporary Green Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Brevard Residence
Brevard Residence
Peter Tart ArchitectPeter Tart Architect
Baywood Trex Deck
Baywood Trex Deck
L & L Home Restoration, LLCL & L Home Restoration, LLC
The Trex Deck was a new build from the footers up. Complete with pressure treated framing, Trex decking, Trex Railings, Trex Fencing and Trex Lattice. And no deck project is complete without lighting: lighted stairs and post caps.
Croixwood
Croixwood
Divine Custom HomesDivine Custom Homes
Kirkland Outdoor Kitchen
Kirkland Outdoor Kitchen
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
Outdoor kitchen with built-in BBQ, sink, stainless steel cabinetry, and patio heaters. Design by: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com Built by: Crescent Builds Photos by: Julie Mannell Photography
Mini-piscine dans un jardin de ville
Mini-piscine dans un jardin de ville
La Nostra Secrets d’IntérieurLa Nostra Secrets d’Intérieur
Jardin existant avant travaux (démarrage travaux) Crédits photos La Nostra Secrets d'Intérieur, toutes utilisations est strictement interdite
MENIL - la tête dans les nuages
MENIL - la tête dans les nuages
maéma architectesmaéma architectes
Sonoma in the City
Sonoma in the City
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tony Soluri Photography
Small, Smart Canberra Renovation
Small, Smart Canberra Renovation
Architecture RepublicArchitecture Republic
The deck functions as an additional ‘outdoor room’, extending the living areas out into this beautiful Canberra garden. We designed the deck around existing deciduous trees, maintaining the canopy and protecting the windows and deck from hot summer sun.
Carroll Gardens Modern Terrace
Carroll Gardens Modern Terrace
New Eco LandscapesNew Eco Landscapes
Contemporary Deck
Contemporary Deck
The Bridge House
The Bridge House
UserUser
11th & T St.
11th & T St.
Ditto ResidentialDitto Residential
Patio Partition and more
Patio Partition and more
WWOO Concrete Outdoor Kitchens, LLCWWOO Concrete Outdoor Kitchens, LLC
Bird's eye view of 20' long WWOO Concrete e Outdoor Kitchen. Installed right beside the patio which helps enclose the patio. Equipped with small BGE, WWOO Stainless Steel sink, WWOO Cutting boards, and WWOO wooden boxes.
Oyster Bay
Oyster Bay
Creative Nature Landscape ServicesCreative Nature Landscape Services
Photography David McGowan, styling TUBU Collective. Bamboo screen from House of Bamboo.
Rooftop Terrace Sculpture
Rooftop Terrace Sculpture
David HarberDavid Harber
Charles Mayer Photography
Rooftop Terrace Sculpture
Rooftop Terrace Sculpture
David HarberDavid Harber
Charles Mayer Photography
Lot 6
Lot 6
Prentiss Balance Wickline ArchitectsPrentiss Balance Wickline Architects
Photography by Eirik Johnson
Kips Bay 2016
Kips Bay 2016
Rikki SnyderRikki Snyder
Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2016 Houzz
Sun Deck with Built-in Hammock
Sun Deck with Built-in Hammock
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tony Soluri Photography
Ipe deck with horizontal stainless steel cable
Ipe deck with horizontal stainless steel cable
Creative Fences & DecksCreative Fences & Decks

Contemporary Green 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 contemporary 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 contemporary design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a contemporary 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 contemporary 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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