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Scandinavian Roof Terrace Ideas and Designs

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Maison du centre ville Reims - toit terrasse
Maison du centre ville Reims - toit terrasse
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Extension en bois avec toit terrasse
Piermont New York Scandinavian Modern
Piermont New York Scandinavian Modern
Design Farm GroupDesign Farm Group
Outdoor rooms were created in various strategic locations to provide gathering spaces for friends and family. Brazilian hardwood was chosen for it's durability and classic architecture with clean lines for this modern deck. Strategic placement provides direct site lines to the Hudson River in Piedmont. Photo Credit : Kristy Engels Carpenter : Joe Gambardella
Dachterasse
Dachterasse
Schmidt Holzinger InnenarchitektenSchmidt Holzinger Innenarchitekten
Haus S
Haus S
Stephan Maria Lang ArchitekturStephan Maria Lang Architektur
Fotos: Koy + Winkel
Central Park West
Central Park West
christophermichaelmyerschristophermichaelmyers
Simple and elegant dining area without any cushions. Lovely teak and easy to assemble. The faux boxwood is the perfect way to feel green without the maintenance.
Aménagement de combles et création d'un duplex à Maisons-Alfort
Aménagement de combles et création d'un duplex à Maisons-Alfort
tina merkes architecturetina merkes architecture
Gamla Tyresövägen
Gamla Tyresövägen
Francos Corner ABFrancos Corner AB
Skandinavisk Terrasse & Altan
Skandinavisk Terrasse & Altan
Hsiu's East London apartment
Hsiu's East London apartment
HomewingsHomewings
The lovely terrace of this East London home has been packed with character! The faux bamboo plants act as a clever screening to views of other flats and gives a sense of the jungle and greenery in the middle of London- we love it! The lovely compact dark grey table and chair makes it a perfect place to grow herbs and enjoy a cup of tea.
The Baluster
The Baluster
Studio TrejoStudio Trejo
With a roof deck over-looking Washington DC
Central Park West
Central Park West
christophermichaelmyerschristophermichaelmyers
View from the living room to the outdoor space. Featuring ceramic tiles/pavers, teak furniture, lightweight chic planters, drought tolerant plantings and faux boxwood to cover the parapet.
EXTENSION de 17m² sur une terrasse non accessible - aménagement de la terrasse
EXTENSION de 17m² sur une terrasse non accessible - aménagement de la terrasse
LPA architectesLPA architectes
DONDAIN
Dachterrasse
Dachterrasse
Studio FMStudio FM
Estilismo fotográfico para ático en venta en Almuñecar
Estilismo fotográfico para ático en venta en Almuñecar
Home & Haus | Home Staging & FotografíaHome & Haus | Home Staging & Fotografía
Uggleberget 24
Uggleberget 24
Bjurfors GöteborgBjurfors Göteborg
ELEGANTE Y SOFISTICADO
ELEGANTE Y SOFISTICADO
Slow & Chic - InteriorismoSlow & Chic - Interiorismo
Attico AB
Attico AB
Miro ArchitettiMiro Architetti
Vista della terrazza sul paesaggio bolognese Foto di Simone Nocetti
Filbert Street
Filbert Street
K InteriorsK Interiors
Brooklyn Townhouse
Brooklyn Townhouse
Insidesquad, incInsidesquad, inc
Villa Råhøj
Villa Råhøj
C.F. MøllerC.F. Møller

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

How do I decorate or design a Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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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