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Roof Terrace Ideas and Designs

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une terrasse foisonnante!
une terrasse foisonnante!
L'esprit au vertL'esprit au vert
Chelsea Penthouse
Chelsea Penthouse
NH Design StudiosNH Design Studios
Villa Maserati
Villa Maserati
Marco Richter PhotographyMarco Richter Photography
ELEGANTE Y SOFISTICADO
ELEGANTE Y SOFISTICADO
Slow & Chic - InteriorismoSlow & Chic - Interiorismo
Carlsbad, CA
Carlsbad, CA
Nena Aziz InteriorsNena Aziz Interiors
Nader Essa Photography
Stainless Steel Cable Railing
Stainless Steel Cable Railing
Mullet's Aluminum ProductsMullet's Aluminum Products
Back Bay, Rooftop/Kitchen Garden
Back Bay, Rooftop/Kitchen Garden
Jean Brooks LandscapesJean Brooks Landscapes
This garden takes advantage of the chimney tops and attics spaces of the urban landscape of the Back Bay- we refer to it as "Mary-Poppinsville". Split in to two areas- seating and dinning/cooking. shrubs, perennials, annuals, and edibles including: herbs, tomatoes, The client is a gourmet chef and uses the foods in his cooking. With limited space, the most popular edible plants that clients ask for are tomatoes and herbs because the herbs can be used in daily cooking and theres nothing to compare to the homegrown tomato. Where space is generous, we also plant blueberries strawberries, raspberries, lettuces, peppers.
Un jardin en mode urbain
Un jardin en mode urbain
Les Mains de JardinLes Mains de Jardin
Manhattan Penthouse Garden
Manhattan Penthouse Garden
Dragonetti Brothers LandscapesDragonetti Brothers Landscapes
PLACE DU TERTRE_MONTMARTRE PARIS 18EME
PLACE DU TERTRE_MONTMARTRE PARIS 18EME
THIERRY POUBEAU - Architecte d'intérieurTHIERRY POUBEAU - Architecte d'intérieur
Photos : Eric Laignel
Albert Park roof top garden
Albert Park roof top garden
Paal Grant Designs In LandscapingPaal Grant Designs In Landscaping
Rooftop Terrace
Rooftop Terrace
David Andrew InteriorsDavid Andrew Interiors
A beautiful outdoor living space designed on the roof of a home in the city of Chicago. Versatile for relaxing or entertaining, the homeowners can enjoy a breezy evening with friends or soaking up some daytime sun.
De Haro House
De Haro House
Levy Art + ArchitectureLevy Art + Architecture
Cesar Rubio
Outdoor Kitchen and Fire Pit for Entertaining
Outdoor Kitchen and Fire Pit for Entertaining
Jeff King & CompanyJeff King & Company
Architecture: ODS Architecture / Photography: Paul Dyer
attico microscopico
attico microscopico
studio di architettura - b3b6bstudio di architettura - b3b6b
Rooftop in Bermondsey
Rooftop in Bermondsey
Charlotte Rowe Garden DesignCharlotte Rowe Garden Design
Charlotte Rowe Garden Design. Cedar seating area with views of the city. Built-in planters contain Choisya and olive trees under-planted with rosemary.
Noe Valley Residence
Noe Valley Residence
Martinkovic Milford ArchitectsMartinkovic Milford Architects
Photo Copyright: Thien Do
Smart Home 2KR
Smart Home 2KR
in_design architekturin_design architektur
Alexandra Lechner
Boston, MA Urban Townhome
Boston, MA Urban Townhome
CHARLES STREET DESIGN, LLCCHARLES STREET DESIGN, LLC
A collaborative design with Jean Brooks Landscapes, Cambridge, MA
Rooftop Oasis in River North
Rooftop Oasis in River North
Christy Webber LandscapesChristy Webber Landscapes
This roof deck is an extension of a 1,100 square foot condominium in the trendy River North neighborhood. Christy Webber Landscapes assisted with construction of this green roof which includes a fire pit, water feature, custom stone planters, and an arbor to provide shade. Plantings include perennials that can stand up to the sun and heat. This roof deck was featured on HGTV.

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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