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Expansive Contemporary Terrace Ideas and Designs

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NAHB The New American Home 2017 - Contemporary Outdoor Living
NAHB The New American Home 2017 - Contemporary Outdoor Living
National Association of Home BuildersNational Association of Home Builders
The roof terrace completes the outdoor living with a resort-size bar and grill with views of the community golf course, three lakes and stunning sunsets. Photography: Jeff Davis Photography
Cat Mountain Pool & Double Decker (Azek, Fortress)
Cat Mountain Pool & Double Decker (Azek, Fortress)
TimberTownTimberTown
Vertical cable railing by Fortress, Azek PVC decking and stained Douglas Fir siding and soffit come together to create an uniform aesthetic for this outdoor staircase. Built by Castle Crafters, LLC.
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
Contemporary Condo Roofdeck Common Area Brooklyn, NY
Contemporary Condo Roofdeck Common Area Brooklyn, NY
ElementLumber.comElementLumber.com
Ipe siding, ipe planters, porcelain deck tiles
A Roof with a View
A Roof with a View
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
Linda Oyama Bryan
View from Above: Green roof, Porcelain Tile Pavers, Linear Fire Table, LED Edge
View from Above: Green roof, Porcelain Tile Pavers, Linear Fire Table, LED Edge
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tony Soluri Photography
126 West 22nd Street | $9,995,000
126 West 22nd Street | $9,995,000
The Noble Black Team at Douglas EllimanThe Noble Black Team at Douglas Elliman
Enjoy incredible downtown panoramas that stretch all the way to One World Trade Center from this 1,365 s/f private rooftop terrace. Offering the ultimate in outdoor living, this luxurious oasis features a hot tub and outdoor kitchen. --Gotham Photo Company
Carmel Highlands Wildcat Canyon House
Carmel Highlands Wildcat Canyon House
Dan Curran Architecture, A.I.A.Dan Curran Architecture, A.I.A.
Kodiak Greenwood
Jada Windows Steel French Doors with Sidelites
Jada Windows Steel French Doors with Sidelites
Jada WindowsJada Windows
Custom thermally broken steel windows and doors for every environment. Experience the evolution! #JadaSteelWindows
New Peninsula Residence
New Peninsula Residence
Kaplan Architects, AIAKaplan Architects, AIA
Kaplan Architects, AIA Location: Redwood City , CA, USA Front entry deck creating an outdoor room for the main living area. The exterior siding is natural cedar and the roof is a standing seam metal roofing system with custom design integral gutters.
Project of the Month: August 2015
Project of the Month: August 2015
TCP Custom Outdoor LivingTCP Custom Outdoor Living
This stunning ceiling is a clear, smooth cedar with a natural finish. That finish was chosen to highlight the natural color variation in the cedar. The ceiling was framed to allow for the change in directions of the ceiling finish. The center was vaulted for the placement of an impressive chandelier and some indirect lighting. The vaulted area is finished with decorative tin.
Costa Rica
Costa Rica
Patdo Light StudioPatdo Light Studio
Guest Studio
Guest Studio
Spieler ConstructionSpieler Construction
ALLWETTERSCHUTZ - Wände
ALLWETTERSCHUTZ - Wände
Allwetterschutz.deAllwetterschutz.de
In 5 Stufen lassen sich die Lamellen der Windschutzwände synchron positionieren. Die reversible Windschutzwand ist ein Wetterschutz, Sonnenschutz oder Sichtschutz- ganz nach Ihrem Belieben!
Viareggio, 2016
Viareggio, 2016
Piergiorgio CorradinPiergiorgio Corradin
piergiorgio corradin fotografo
Wood Oasis in Mill Valley
Wood Oasis in Mill Valley
Clough ConstructionClough Construction
cable railing with wood cap and discreet lighting on wood deck with stunning views.
Penthouse Rooftop
Penthouse Rooftop
Mia Rao DesignMia Rao Design
This Lincoln Park penthouse house has a rooftop that includes a covered lounge area perfect for group TV viewing.
Salotti da Esterno
Salotti da Esterno
Valori Outdoor DesignValori Outdoor Design
Roswell Trex Deck
Roswell Trex Deck
DecksouthDecksouth
Contemporary Condo Roofdeck Common Area Brooklyn, NY
Contemporary Condo Roofdeck Common Area Brooklyn, NY
ElementLumber.comElementLumber.com
Ipe siding, ipe planters, porcelain deck tiles

Expansive 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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