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Contemporary Terrace with All Types of Cover Ideas and Designs

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Ballard Outdoor Living Space
Ballard Outdoor Living Space
Sawhorse Design & BuildSawhorse Design & Build
Nice combination of glass, metal and ipee, iron wood decking for northwest living. Beautiful backyard retreat
Midvale Courtyard House
Midvale Courtyard House
Bruns ArchitectureBruns Architecture
Tricia Shay Photography
Private residence - Toronto, Canada
Private residence - Toronto, Canada
RetractableAwnings.com Inc.RetractableAwnings.com Inc.
The architect requested an architecturally unique poolside guest retreat using a one span, 2-post waterproof patio cover system. The plan was to have rainwater drain in to the front beam and then through the internal invisible downspouts (in the posts) and exit through one small hole on one side of the unit. The purpose of the project was to design and cover a space adjacent to the architect client’s swimming pool, which can now be used year round as an outdoor guest retreat. Working with award winning designers Powell & Bonnell our contractor completely transformed a 1950s dilapidated summer pool side Cabana into an upscale modern all season guest house.
A place to sit in the sun
A place to sit in the sun
UserUser
A modern decked terrace was built-up from garden level to allow easy access from this old Devon Farmhouse. Gives wonderful views over the rolling hills. Colin Cadle Photography, Photo Styling, Jan Cadle
Contemporary Deck
Contemporary Deck
Modern: McKinney Avenue
Modern: McKinney Avenue
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
Harold Leidner Landscape Architects
Retractable Shade, Surrey
Retractable Shade, Surrey
ShadeFXShadeFX
ShadeFX worked with the homeowner’s local contractor to customize a 16’x12′ retractable canopy for their pergola. For a beautiful pop of colour, Harbour-Time Edge Nautical Blue was chosen for the canopy fabric. Photo Credit: Fraser Valley Virtual
Level 1 facing East
Level 1 facing East
Blue Spruce Construction ServicesBlue Spruce Construction Services
The River House
The River House
Linebox StudioLinebox Studio
City Beach
City Beach
Residential AttitudesResidential Attitudes
Penthouse Rooftop
Penthouse Rooftop
Mia Rao DesignMia Rao Design
This Lincoln Park penthouse house has a large rooftop for entertaining complete with sectional for TV viewing and full kitchen for dining.
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.
Custom Design Composite Deck, Solar Post Caps, Stair lights
Custom Design Composite Deck, Solar Post Caps, Stair lights
Miracle Contractors, LLCMiracle Contractors, LLC
View of deck, sunroom, stairs & siding without lights
South Hill Contemporary
South Hill Contemporary
Parsons Construction IncParsons Construction Inc
Oliver Irwin - Architectural - Real- Estate Photography - Spokane WA
South Philly Roof Deck Kitchen
South Philly Roof Deck Kitchen
Airy KitchensAiry Kitchens
SEU house
SEU house
建築設計事務所バケラッタ建築設計事務所バケラッタ
Outdoor Kitchen with Steel & Wood Pergola
Outdoor Kitchen with Steel & Wood Pergola
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tony Soluri Photography
Trellis & Deck Area - West View
Trellis & Deck Area - West View
Krueger ArchitectsKrueger Architects
Unlimited Style 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
Manning Road House
Manning Road House
Noxon GiffenNoxon Giffen
Peter Clarke

Contemporary Terrace with All Types of Cover 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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