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Roof Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Shenandoah Trex Pergola and Deck
Shenandoah Trex Pergola and Deck
Structureworks FabricationStructureworks Fabrication
A custom 30' wide by 16' projection Trex Pergola kit finished in Baltic Light with Vintage Lantern square columns rests on a waterproof rooftop made of Trex Decking. Integrated lighting sets the evening ambiance with Trex Furniture adding a comfortable place to relax. An easy, low maintenance, retreat that blends seamlessly into it's wooded surroundings.
New Home Bethany Beach, DE
New Home Bethany Beach, DE
Dewson Construction CompanyDewson Construction Company
Spacious Garage Deck Retreat
Spacious Garage Deck Retreat
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Riverfront Townhouse
Riverfront Townhouse
CIRCLE Design StudioCIRCLE Design Studio
Bill Hazlegrove
Hinckley House 3rd Floor Mansard Roof Historic Restoration
Hinckley House 3rd Floor Mansard Roof Historic Restoration
Killeen Studio ArchitectsKilleen Studio Architects
Linden Gardens, Notting Hill, London, W2
Linden Gardens, Notting Hill, London, W2
Domus NovaDomus Nova
Take a trip up to the roof, where you will find the jewel of this property with its oversized orange planters that have been paired with the white chimneys. Different textures and shapes add further interest. http://www.domusnova.com/back-catalogue/22/inspiring-ideas-linden-gardens-w2/
Park Ave Rooftop
Park Ave Rooftop
Hollander DesignHollander Design
Haus M
Haus M
Michael Moser ImagesMichael Moser Images
Michael Moser
Blue Jay Way
Blue Jay Way
Yoram LePair ArchitectsYoram LePair Architects
Midtown Manhattan Rooftop Garden
Midtown Manhattan Rooftop Garden
New Eco LandscapesNew Eco Landscapes
Lori Cannava
Desert Meets The Bay With Style
Desert Meets The Bay With Style
UserUser
This gated contemporary home has grand double entry doors which allow you to enjoy San Francisco city views that are framed in the dining room windows. Enjoy candlelight and wine dinners in the elegant dining room with hardwood floors and high ceilings. Romantic living room with fireplace and French doors opening to adjoining terrace that overlooks the lovely gardens. The ‘cooks kitchen,' is designed for people who like to cook and entertain at the same time. Kitchen opens to the family room with comfy sofa and flat screen T.V. Kitchen includes gas cook top, large double ovens, dual dishwashers, spectacular views and easy access to the garage. Master bedroom has walk-in closets, oversize shower and romantic spa-tub with views and fireplace. All day sun completes this special property that connects to the Ring Mountain Preserve for added privacy and hiking.
SOTO HOUSE
SOTO HOUSE
Chicago Green Design Inc.Chicago Green Design Inc.
This outdoor space provides all the comforts of home. A floating cantilevered fire table 46" Sunbrite outdoor TV on custom swivel mount, bags and a putting course with a major elevation change, a pet turf for the pups and a garden Adam and Eve would be envious of. Photos by Donald Maldonado
Cycle House
Cycle House
chadbourne + doss architectschadbourne + doss architects
The roof deck of the Cycle House by chadbourne + doss architects includes a cantilevered roof that provides covered space for outdoor lounging. photo by Benjamin Benschneider
Surry Hills House
Surry Hills House
Angus Mackenzie ArchitectAngus Mackenzie Architect
A tiny 65m site with only 3m of internal width posed some interesting design challenges. The Victorian terrace façade will have a loving touch up, however entering through the front door; a new kitchen has been inserted into the middle of the plan, before stepping up into a light filled new living room. Large timber bifold doors open out onto a timber deck and extend the living area into the compact courtyard. A simple green wall adds a punctuation mark of colour to the space. A two-storey light well, pulls natural light into the heart of the ground and first floor plan, with an operable skylight allowing stack ventilation to keep the interiors cool through the Summer months. The open plan design and simple detailing give the impression of a much larger space on a very tight urban site. Photography by Huw Lambert
Midtown Rooftop Garden
Midtown Rooftop Garden
Solow Design GroupSolow Design Group
Ric Solow
NYC Roof Garden: Paver Deck, Terrace, Container Plants, Grasses, Potted Plants
NYC Roof Garden: Paver Deck, Terrace, Container Plants, Grasses, Potted Plants
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
This West Village bachelor pad's rooftop garden features comfortable seating, a fire pit, stone spheres, an outdoor rug, a jacuzzi, metal planters, and lush garden plantings. It's the perfect spot for hanging out and enjoying the panoramic views of the city. Read more about this garden on my blog, www.amberfreda.com.
Buddhist Retreat
Buddhist Retreat
Imbue DesignImbue Design
Imbue Design
Exterior Spaces
Exterior Spaces
Tandem Architecture & ConstructionTandem Architecture & Construction
Contractor Tandem Construction, Photo Credit: E. Gualdoni Photography, Landscape Architect: Hoerr Schaudt
Alabama Lake Home
Alabama Lake Home
Lauren MikusLauren Mikus
Photo by Lauren Mikus © 2012 Houzz
roof top terrace
roof top terrace
UserUser
ipe deck, outdoor fireplace, teak furniture, planters, container garden, steel windows, roof deck, roof terrace

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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