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Modern Terrace with a Living Wall Ideas and Designs

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Petite terrasse avec piscine
Petite terrasse avec piscine
SlowgardenSlowgarden
Attico di sulla con vista su Milano
Attico di sulla con vista su Milano
Progettare Spazi VerdiProgettare Spazi Verdi
Un attico dallo stile moderno con vista Milano. Questo spazio lo abbiamo pensato per cene e pranzi, abbiamo quindi inserito un tavolo allungabile ideale per adattarsi ad ogni occasione. Gli angoli sono arricchiti con 4 vasi in resina e sulla parete dell’edificio abbiamo inserito 3 pannelli di verde verticale. Per la pavimentazione abbiamo scelto una pedana di Iroko, legno ideale per l’esterno.
Montiverdi Estates, West Vancouver- Residential Renovation
Montiverdi Estates, West Vancouver- Residential Renovation
LCI DesignLCI Design
The large outdoor deck has a large barrel vault awning allowing for use all year round. The previous guardrails were all replaced with glass panels to allow for unobstructed views from the wrought iron lounge chairs.
TANK 2012 Client photographs
TANK 2012 Client photographs
Lynn Gaffney Architect, PLLCLynn Gaffney Architect, PLLC
These photographs were taken of the roof deck (May 2012) by our client and show the wonderful planting and how truly green it is up on a roof in the midst of industrial/commercial Chelsea. There are also a few photos of the clients' adorable cat Jenny within the space.
Living Walls
Living Walls
Landscaping by Steve BlaumLandscaping by Steve Blaum
Bayley Road 1
Bayley Road 1
SHELTER Custom-Built LivingSHELTER Custom-Built Living
Water front living is elevated with expansive glass walls and tiered views.
Modern
Modern
Top Deck MelbourneTop Deck Melbourne
Modern Deck
Modern Deck
Modern Pergola / Pergola moderne
Modern Pergola / Pergola moderne
Imagine Entrepreneurs/Patios, Balcons & CloturesImagine Entrepreneurs/Patios, Balcons & Clotures
New deck, Screen fence, Pergola with roof
New deck, Screen fence, Pergola with roof
Top 2 Bottom Carpentry ltdTop 2 Bottom Carpentry ltd
This Customer wanted somewhere nice to be able to relax out side, which would need to be a bit private and sheltered from the sun and rain. So we built them this fantastic area; Pergola with a UV rated roof, deck and privacy screening, All made from treated softwood.
TANK 2012 Client photographs
TANK 2012 Client photographs
Lynn Gaffney Architect, PLLCLynn Gaffney Architect, PLLC
These photographs were taken of the roof deck (May 2012) by our client and show the wonderful planting and how truly green it is up on a roof in the midst of industrial/commercial Chelsea. There are also a few photos of the clients' adorable cat Jenny within the space.
Albert Park
Albert Park
Uncommon Ground LandscapesUncommon Ground Landscapes
Shrayn Cairns
bélgica
bélgica
osb arquitectososb arquitectos
La terraza con su jardín vertical y el armario de iroko que alberga la caldera y el descalsificador.
Le Bijou MH6 Jacuzzi Penthouse at Münsterhof / Paradeplatz www.mh6.ch
Le Bijou MH6 Jacuzzi Penthouse at Münsterhof / Paradeplatz www.mh6.ch
Le BijouLe Bijou
Oliver Say
Samford Valley
Samford Valley
Saunders Building Company Pty LtdSaunders Building Company Pty Ltd
Lovelette Porch Addition
Lovelette Porch Addition
Rudy Polwin ArchitectsRudy Polwin Architects
Modern Pergola / Pergola moderne
Modern Pergola / Pergola moderne
Imagine Entrepreneurs/Patios, Balcons & CloturesImagine Entrepreneurs/Patios, Balcons & Clotures
Casa Herrera
Casa Herrera
Alberto Gisbert ArquitecturaAlberto Gisbert Arquitectura
Hampstead modernist house
Hampstead modernist house
Samantha Watkins McRaeSamantha Watkins McRae
London Maisonette
London Maisonette
Emma Tutill LtdEmma Tutill Ltd

Modern Terrace with a Living Wall 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 modern 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 modern design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a modern 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 modern 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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