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Roof Terrace with All Types of Cover Ideas and Designs

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Retractable Shade Structure
Retractable Shade Structure
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Dave Slivinski
Un Lujo deTerraza
Un Lujo deTerraza
Fernando Pozuelo Landscaping CollectionFernando Pozuelo Landscaping Collection
casa in centro
casa in centro
studio di architettura - b3b6bstudio di architettura - b3b6b
Reforma de ático con terraza en Sant Cugat del Vallès
Reforma de ático con terraza en Sant Cugat del Vallès
Mireia Masdeu DesignMireia Masdeu Design
Mauricio Fuentes
Garage getaway
Garage getaway
Chicago Green Design Inc.Chicago Green Design Inc.
This small but quaint Chicago rooftop allows the family to enjoy the outdoors in the city. With ample shade a dinning, play area for the kids, a kitchen and a small garden to grow some veggies/herbs in. Don Maldonado
Napa Retreat
Napa Retreat
IrekoIreko
Jim Rascoe
Exterior Spaces
Exterior Spaces
Tandem Architecture & ConstructionTandem Architecture & Construction
Contractor Tandem Construction, Photo Credit: E. Gualdoni Photography, Landscape Architect: Hoerr Schaudt
Bucktown Contemporary Rooftop Deck
Bucktown Contemporary Rooftop Deck
Reveal Design LLCReveal Design LLC
Modern pergola on Chicago rooftop deck. Minimal materials used and clean lines define the space and pergola. Lounge seating under retractable mesh shade panels on a track system. Roof deck materials are composite and built on frame system. Contemporary rooftop deck. Bradley Foto, Chris Bradley
Scandinavian Inspired Wallingford New Construction
Scandinavian Inspired Wallingford New Construction
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Bucktown Rooftop Living
Bucktown Rooftop Living
PITCH ConceptsPITCH Concepts
An intimate park-like setting with low-maintenance materials replaced an aging wooden rooftop deck at this Bucktown home. Three distinct spaces create a full outdoor experience, starting with a landscaped dining area surrounded by large trees and greenery. The illusion is that of a secret garden rather than an urban rooftop deck. A sprawling green area is the perfect spot to soak in the summer sun or play an outdoor game. In the front is the main entertainment area, fully outfitted with a louvered roof, fire table, and built-in seating. The space maintains the atmosphere of a garden with shrubbery and flowers. It’s the ideal place to host friends and family with a custom kitchen that is complete with a Big Green Egg and an outdoor television.
Kneebone Penthouse
Kneebone Penthouse
Magleby Construction - Sun ValleyMagleby Construction - Sun Valley
New York
New York
Gogoleyed LLCGogoleyed LLC
2018 Gold Award & Best in Category - Rooftop Design, Outhouse Design
2018 Gold Award & Best in Category - Rooftop Design, Outhouse Design
LDI (Landscape Design Institute)LDI (Landscape Design Institute)
Taipa Residence
Taipa Residence
Arcline ArchitectureArcline Architecture
Nicole Jecentho
Classical Rooftop Conservatory
Classical Rooftop Conservatory
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
The rooftop penthouse glows in the night, along with the gas fire pit. Photography by CGM Market & Turn.
Contemporary Lakeview Roof Deck
Contemporary Lakeview Roof Deck
Rooftopia, LLCRooftopia, LLC
West Side (4th) Story Rooftop Deck
West Side (4th) Story Rooftop Deck
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Large Outdoor Kitchen and Grill station
Attico con piscina G43/13
Attico con piscina G43/13
UserUser
Andreas Wallner
Rooftop Down-under
Rooftop Down-under
Chicago Green Design Inc.Chicago Green Design Inc.
Nightshot of this beautiful rooftop in Chicago's Bucktown area. Water, fire and friends is all this rooftop needs to complete one of the cities nicest and private rooftop. Photos by: Tyrone Mitchell Photography
Rooftop Teak Deck, Screen, and Arch, Hong Kong
Rooftop Teak Deck, Screen, and Arch, Hong Kong
Liquid InteriorsLiquid Interiors
Technology was installed via a home automation system making the surround sound totally wireless. The projection screen lowers to enable outdoor viewing. Concrete table is inset with an ice tray. The teak deck, screen and arch were custom made. The two rusted metal safes were found in the apartment before renovation by Liquid Founder, Rowena Gonzales and were kept as decorative side tables. Potted plants add a green element to the rooftop, and copper planters maintain the sleek atmosphere. The huge umbrella opens out to provide further shade.

Roof Terrace with All Types of Cover 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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