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Penthouse Terrace Pergola with Waterproof Louvred Roof
Penthouse Terrace Pergola with Waterproof Louvred Roof
Urban SkiesUrban Skies
This penthouse apartment situated in the heart of the capitol demanded a stunning and inviting roof garden to really give the client a stunning outside space in the ultimate Urban setting. Working with the Landscaper, we helped develop this amazing covered seating pergola. The design incorporated an extruded aluminium framework with motorised aluminium louvres to give the client shade control but to give the space weather protection. We then included remote operated LED perimeter lighting within the roof along with an integrated heater.
Villa en Corse
Villa en Corse
Agence VezzoniAgence Vezzoni
© David Huguenin et Patrice Terraz
Flower garden udate
Flower garden udate
Blossoms+StoneBlossoms+Stone
The back deck was extended to increase the usable space. The hot tub was relocated to the other side of the yard and a built in kitchen was added to the far end. The decking is laid in a herringbone pattern with Trek boards. The sitting area has a openable metal pergola and gas heating for the winter.
Modern Pergola with Motorized Screens
Modern Pergola with Motorized Screens
Majestic OutdoorMajestic Outdoor
Beatiful New Modern Pergola Installed in Mahwah NJ. This georgous system has Led Lights, Ceilign Fans, Bromic Heaters & Motorized Screens. Bring the Indoors Out with your new Majestic StruXure Pergola
Now and Zen - Rooftop Deck
Now and Zen - Rooftop Deck
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
Just off the second-floor media room, a rooftop deck oversees picturesque Camelback Mountain and offers plenty of space for a family of four to chill out and relax. The furniture is from Restoration Hardware. Project Details // Now and Zen Renovation, Paradise Valley, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Brimley Development Interior Designer: Ownby Design Photographer: Dino Tonn Limestone (Demitasse) flooring and walls: Solstice Stone https://www.drewettworks.com/now-and-zen/
Sausalito, CA
Sausalito, CA
SFID San Francisco Investment DevelopmentSFID San Francisco Investment Development
Full House Remodel, paint, bathrooms, new kitchen, all floors re placed on 6 floors and a separate Painter's Lower Level Studio.
Manhattan Beach Modern
Manhattan Beach Modern
SoCal ContractorSoCal Contractor
Contemporary Deck
Contemporary Deck
West Side (4th) Story Rooftop Deck
West Side (4th) Story Rooftop Deck
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Built-in Planters with red ornamental grasses
A Roof with a View
A Roof with a View
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
Linda Oyama Bryan
Hanging Out In The Trees
Hanging Out In The Trees
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
dimmable LED lighting • bio fuel fireplace • ipe • redwood • glulam • cedar to match existing • granite bar • photography by Tre Dunham
Resort Contemporary
Resort Contemporary
Alm ArchitectsAlm Architects
A custom multi-level low maintenance deck by Hickory Dickory Decks.
A custom multi-level low maintenance deck by Hickory Dickory Decks.
Hickory Dickory DecksHickory Dickory Decks
Drew Cunningham and Tom Jacques
2015 Midwest Home Luxury Home #4 - John Kraemer & Sons
2015 Midwest Home Luxury Home #4 - John Kraemer & Sons
Spacecrafting / Architectural PhotographySpacecrafting / Architectural Photography
Builder: John Kraemer & Sons, Inc. - Architect: Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd. - Interior Design: Martha O’Hara Interiors - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography
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
Whitfield Ave
Whitfield Ave
Building Solutions and Design, IncBuilding Solutions and Design, Inc
Photo credit: Charles-Ryan Barber Architect: Nadav Rokach Interior Design: Eliana Rokach Staging: Carolyn Greco at Meredith Baer Contractor: Building Solutions and Design, Inc.
Circular Fire-Pit Deck
Circular Fire-Pit Deck
Miles Deck ConstructionMiles Deck Construction
Curved bench back makes seating comfortable.
Wagner Residence
Wagner Residence
Urban LandscapeUrban Landscape
Jeri Koegel
Villa en Corse
Villa en Corse
Agence VezzoniAgence Vezzoni
© David Huguenin et Patrice Terraz
Azalea - The New American Home 2012
Azalea - The New American Home 2012
UserUser
Azalea is The 2012 New American Home as commissioned by the National Association of Home Builders and was featured and shown at the International Builders Show and in Florida Design Magazine, Volume 22; No. 4; Issue 24-12. With 4,335 square foot of air conditioned space and a total under roof square footage of 5,643 this home has four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and two half bathrooms. It was designed and constructed to achieve the highest level of “green” certification while still including sophisticated technology such as retractable window shades, motorized glass doors and a high-tech surveillance system operable just by the touch of an iPad or iPhone. This showcase residence has been deemed an “urban-suburban” home and happily dwells among single family homes and condominiums. The two story home brings together the indoors and outdoors in a seamless blend with motorized doors opening from interior space to the outdoor space. Two separate second floor lounge terraces also flow seamlessly from the inside. The front door opens to an interior lanai, pool, and deck while floor-to-ceiling glass walls reveal the indoor living space. An interior art gallery wall is an entertaining masterpiece and is completed by a wet bar at one end with a separate powder room. The open kitchen welcomes guests to gather and when the floor to ceiling retractable glass doors are open the great room and lanai flow together as one cohesive space. A summer kitchen takes the hospitality poolside. Awards: 2012 Golden Aurora Award – “Best of Show”, Southeast Building Conference – Grand Aurora Award – “Best of State” – Florida – Grand Aurora Award – Custom Home, One-of-a-Kind $2,000,001 – $3,000,000 – Grand Aurora Award – Green Construction Demonstration Model – Grand Aurora Award – Best Energy Efficient Home – Grand Aurora Award – Best Solar Energy Efficient House – Grand Aurora Award – Best Natural Gas Single Family Home – Aurora Award, Green Construction – New Construction over $2,000,001 – Aurora Award – Best Water-Wise Home – Aurora Award – Interior Detailing over $2,000,001 2012 Parade of Homes – “Grand Award Winner”, HBA of Metro Orlando – First Place – Custom Home 2012 Major Achievement Award, HBA of Metro Orlando – Best Interior Design 2012 Orlando Home & Leisure’s: – Outdoor Living Space of the Year – Specialty Room of the Year 2012 Gold Nugget Awards, Pacific Coast Builders Conference – Grand Award, Indoor/Outdoor Space – Merit Award, Best Custom Home 3,000 – 5,000 sq. ft. 2012 Design Excellence Awards, Residential Design & Build magazine – Best Custom Home 4,000 – 4,999 sq ft – Best Green Home – Best Outdoor Living – Best Specialty Room – Best Use of Technology 2012 Residential Coverings Award, Coverings Show 2012 AIA Orlando Design Awards – Residential Design, Award of Merit – Sustainable Design, Award of Merit 2012 American Residential Design Awards, AIBD – First Place – Custom Luxury Homes, 4,001 – 5,000 sq ft – Second Place – Green Design

Luxury Contemporary 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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