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Contemporary Rooftop Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Notting Hill, West London
Notting Hill, West London
Adolfo Harrison GardensAdolfo Harrison Gardens
Photo by Andreas von Einsiedel einsiedel.com
2016 Sunset Magazine Idea House: Berkeley/Oakland Hills
2016 Sunset Magazine Idea House: Berkeley/Oakland Hills
Robert Nebolon ArchitectsRobert Nebolon Architects
The view terrace is the signature space of the house. First seen from the entry, the terrace steps down to wind-protected fire-bowl, surrounded by tall glass walls. Plantings in bowl make for a terrific area to relax. House appearance described as California modern, California Coastal, or California Contemporary, San Francisco modern, Bay Area or South Bay residential design, with Sustainability and green design.
Penthouse - West Hampstead
Penthouse - West Hampstead
Wickenden HutleyWickenden Hutley
Lake View Modern
Lake View Modern
Thomas Shafer Architects LLCThomas Shafer Architects LLC
Steve Hall @ Hedrich Blessing Photographers
Sutherland Place
Sutherland Place
Home FotografyHome Fotografy
Lukasz Gorczynski
Red Hook, Brooklyn Rooftop Garden Pergola at Night
Red Hook, Brooklyn Rooftop Garden Pergola at Night
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
Home is where the heart is. We had a lot of fun designing this rooftop garden in Red Hook, Brooklyn. The design includes composite deck tiles, a wood and steel pergola, container plants, and up-lighting. See more of our projects at www.amberfreda.com.
ROOFTOP GARDEN
ROOFTOP GARDEN
O.A.I. Concept Interiors / ExteriorsO.A.I. Concept Interiors / Exteriors
Chelsea Penthouse
Chelsea Penthouse
NH Design StudiosNH Design Studios
Novogratz x Globe Arthur 12" Outdoor Wall Sconce, Graphite Arm, White Shade
Novogratz x Globe Arthur 12" Outdoor Wall Sconce, Graphite Arm, White Shade
Globe ElectricGlobe Electric
Featuring a classic shape, a playful design, a trendy style and a unique look, the Novogratz x Globe Arthur 12" Outdoor Wall Sconce Collection has it all. Each item has a striking matte finish that simply pops anywhere you place it. A highly curved arm is accented by a stark white metal shade that looks just as stunning against a plain brick wall in your Williamsburg Cafe-styled kitchen as it does against the colorful exterior of your home. Rich with color and texture, this wall sconce is the perfect blend of everything the Novogratz stands for. Light your home in style with the Novogratz and Globe Electric.
Laidley Street Cottage
Laidley Street Cottage
Red Dot StudioRed Dot Studio
John Lee
Rooftop Party Garden
Rooftop Party Garden
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
Zomnia Vasques
Greenpoint Outdoor Dining in Style
Greenpoint Outdoor Dining in Style
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
Check out one of our latest roof garden designs in Brooklyn! We love wood and metal hybrid pergolas for their slender, contemporary feel. Also, the grey pendant light with its rose-colored interior is to die for! Our redesign of the space included porcelain pavers, a pergola, custom bench seating, artificial turf, composite fencing with built-in lattices, a custom outdoor kitchen, and contemporary fiberglass planters filled with lush plantings. Porcelain pavers come in dozens of different finishes, including this one which resembles grey wood. See more of our projects at www.amberfreda.com.
Терраса на крыше
Терраса на крыше
ООО АндераООО Андера
Modern Contemporary La Jolla Home
Modern Contemporary La Jolla Home
Dewhurst & AssociatesDewhurst & Associates
Brady Architectural Photography
Pujabi Bagh
Pujabi Bagh
Essentia EnvironmentsEssentia Environments
Kips Bay 2016
Kips Bay 2016
Rikki SnyderRikki Snyder
Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2016 Houzz
Rooftop in Bermondsey
Rooftop in Bermondsey
Charlotte Rowe Garden DesignCharlotte Rowe Garden Design
Charlotte Rowe Garden Design. Cedar seating area with views of the city. Built-in planters contain Choisya and olive trees under-planted with rosemary.
High Line Penthouse, New York, NY
High Line Penthouse, New York, NY
Billinkoff Architecture PLLCBillinkoff Architecture PLLC
Mark LaRosa
Linden Gardens, Notting Hill, London, W2
Linden Gardens, Notting Hill, London, W2
Domus NovaDomus Nova
Take a trip up to the roof, where you will find the jewel of this property with its oversized orange planters that have been paired with the white chimneys. Different textures and shapes add further interest. http://www.domusnova.com/back-catalogue/22/inspiring-ideas-linden-gardens-w2/
My Houzz: A Basketball Court, a Rooftop Kitchen and More in Manhattan
My Houzz: A Basketball Court, a Rooftop Kitchen and More in Manhattan
Adrienne DeRosaAdrienne DeRosa
Moving through the kitchenette to the back seating area of the rooftop, a classic lodge-style hot tub is a pleasant surprise. Enclosed around the back three sides, the patio gains some privacy thanks to faux hedge fencing. Photo: Adrienne DeRosa Photography © 2014 Houzz Design: Cortney and Robert Novogratz

Contemporary 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 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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