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Rooftop à Vaugirard
Rooftop à Vaugirard
Swandy Wenker - PaysagisteSwandy Wenker - Paysagiste
Coline A. Wenker @surlaroute_
Verity II
Verity II
Vicky's HomesVicky's Homes
Gray stone accents, cozy hanging chairs, ribbon fireplace, maintenance free decking Roof top patio
Laguna Hills Custom Home
Laguna Hills Custom Home
Pacifica Wholesale Tile & StonePacifica Wholesale Tile & Stone
W17th St - Roof Deck
W17th St - Roof Deck
New York Roofscapes, Inc.New York Roofscapes, Inc.
www.nyroofscapes.com
Mediterranean Villa and Mexican Colonial Casita in La Jolla
Mediterranean Villa and Mexican Colonial Casita in La Jolla
Anna Rodé Designs, Inc.Anna Rodé Designs, Inc.
The large flat roof of the residence was made into a large entertainment center, with barbecue, bar, sofas, and socializing areas, The rooftop area has a view of the ocean, and is perfect for entertaining almost any day or night of the year.
Roof Top Decks
Roof Top Decks
Brion Jeannette ArchitectureBrion Jeannette Architecture
Balboa Island Newport Beach, California Eric Figge Photographer
New York
New York
Gogoleyed LLCGogoleyed LLC
Urban Farm
Urban Farm
E-Z Fine CarpentryE-Z Fine Carpentry
Atlantic Beach Modern
Atlantic Beach Modern
Content ModernContent Modern
Severine Photography
Urban Rooftop
Urban Rooftop
Kerstin Hellmann ArchitectureKerstin Hellmann Architecture
Shawn-Paul Luchin Photography
1926 Craftsman
1926 Craftsman
HQ ArchitectsHQ Architects
The 3rd floor attic loft is both quiet family refuge and sleepover haven. The vaulted space is flanked on ether side by windows giving views and a sense of airiness to the space. And while a fireplace invites cozy comfort on cold winter days, a roof top deck with views of the mountains offers spring time breezes and the perfect place for a summer grill. With a bar to round out the space, the loft becomes the ideal family hideaway and entertainment central.
Dauphine sur Seine
Dauphine sur Seine
Kevin Clare - PaysagisteKevin Clare - Paysagiste
Les plantations s'articulent autour de la grande verrière
Ultra-Modern 3-Story
Ultra-Modern 3-Story
Owen Homes LLCOwen Homes LLC
North London penthouse
North London penthouse
Samantha Watkins McRaeSamantha Watkins McRae
Terrazzo vista mare
Terrazzo vista mare
Basketliving Outdoor d'eccellenzaBasketliving Outdoor d'eccellenza
Un terrazzo con vista mare arricchito da preziose fioriere bianche e una vegetaizone molto sofisticata
New York
New York
Gogoleyed LLCGogoleyed LLC
einfamilienhaus in LICHTENSTEIN
einfamilienhaus in LICHTENSTEIN
scarchitektenscarchitekten
Swen Gottschall www.bloominds.com
Plage en toiture
Plage en toiture
Jean-Jacques DERBOUX PaysagisteJean-Jacques DERBOUX Paysagiste
JJ Derboux
Contemporary Lakeview Roof Deck
Contemporary Lakeview Roof Deck
Rooftopia, LLCRooftopia, LLC
New York Penthouse Garden
New York Penthouse Garden
Verdant View, LLCVerdant View, LLC
Andre Baranowski

Large Roof 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 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 design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a 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 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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