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Contemporary Green Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Treetop Retreat
Treetop Retreat
Shambhala LandscapesShambhala Landscapes
At the rear of the home, a two-level Redwood deck built around a dramatic oak tree as a focal point, provided a large and private space.
Terrasse maison de ville
Terrasse maison de ville
Paris TerrasseParis Terrasse
Los Feliz
Los Feliz
Green Grounds Landscape ServicesGreen Grounds Landscape Services
Fort Greene Landmarked Brownstone
Fort Greene Landmarked Brownstone
Ben HerzogBen Herzog
Interior design: Starrett Hoyt Double-sided fireplace: Majestic "Marquis" Pavers: TileTech Porce-pave in gray-stone Planters and benches: custom
OUTDOOR LIVING
OUTDOOR LIVING
DDLA Design Landscape ArchitectureDDLA Design Landscape Architecture
Windsor Place Townhouse - Deck / Rear Facade
Windsor Place Townhouse - Deck / Rear Facade
Jane Kim ArchitectJane Kim Architect
Rear facade and deck. Photo: Nick Glimenakis
Gartenlaube
Gartenlaube
Thomas Becker Architekten GmbH/ BDAThomas Becker Architekten GmbH/ BDA
Patio and Multi-Level Deck
Patio and Multi-Level Deck
J. M. Bryson Construction Management Inc.J. M. Bryson Construction Management Inc.
Lower level deck and dining station
Terrasse urbaine
Terrasse urbaine
Potag'HomePotag'Home
David TRIGOLET
Terrassen-Überdachung Flachdach mit Glas
Terrassen-Überdachung Flachdach mit Glas
REISMANN MetallbauREISMANN Metallbau
Entspannen Sie auf Ihrer Terrasse und genießen Sie bestens geschützt vor starker Sonneneinstrahlung und Regen Ihren individuellen „Freiluftsitz“ in vollen Zügen. REISMANN Metallbau in Lüdinghausen bietet Ihnen hochwertige Terrassenüberdachungen. Für private Terrassen sowie auch in der Gastronomie planen und montieren wir für Sie passgenaue Überdachungssysteme.
Manalapan Deck & Patio
Manalapan Deck & Patio
New Outlooks ConstructionNew Outlooks Construction
Why pay for a vacation when you have a backyard that looks like this? You don't need to leave the comfort of your own home when you have a backyard like this one. The deck was beautifully designed to comfort all who visit this home. Want to stay out of the sun for a little while? No problem! Step into the covered patio to relax outdoors without having to be burdened by direct sunlight. Photos by: Robert Woolley , Wolf
East 7th St Apartment, New York
East 7th St Apartment, New York
PORCELANOSA GroupPORCELANOSA Group
Fossil Grey Texture 12”x24” – Exterior Balcony Floors (360 sq. ft) Architect: Eisner Design LLC Find a Porcelanosa Showroom near you today: http://www.porcelanosa-usa.com/home/locations.aspx
Noe Valley Custom Carpentry
Noe Valley Custom Carpentry
The Urban BuilderThe Urban Builder
Wintergärten Galerie
Wintergärten Galerie
moderne Bauelemente Ludwigmoderne Bauelemente Ludwig
San Francisco
San Francisco
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting GalleryFerguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery
Olathe Kansas Composite Deck with Cable Rail
Olathe Kansas Composite Deck with Cable Rail
Archadeck of Kansas CityArchadeck of Kansas City
This spacious custom deck in Olathe KS was built to specification for our clients. The deck features gorgeous Fiberon decking in Ipe finish, which offers the benefit of minimal maintenance with the aesthetic of real wood. The deck also features an aluminum deck railing system with low-profile cable infill for full visibility from the deck out into the yard's expanse.
Twilight Real Estate Photography
Twilight Real Estate Photography
TNHometour.comTNHometour.com
2020 Barrington Trex Deck
2020 Barrington Trex Deck
Daydream Construction, Inc.Daydream Construction, Inc.
Trex Transcend Black Railings with handrail, Trex Pebble Grey Treads, White Risers and White composite Border - Barrington NH
Simbiótica Living Roof, New York, NY
Simbiótica Living Roof, New York, NY
Christian Duvernois Landscape/StudioChristian Duvernois Landscape/Studio
Fitzroy North Project
Fitzroy North Project
ArchitectedArchitected
James Morgan Photography

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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